FAQs

What time does the event open?

EV LIVE will be open from 10am - 5pm across all three days of the event.

Are all test drives pre-booked or can you turn up on the day?

EV LIVE offers both pre-booked and on the day test drives.

Whether a manufacturer wants to offer pre-booked test drives, across how many vehicles is a decision made solely by the manufacturer.

What information do I need to book a test drive?

Pre-booked test drives will officially open on 26th August 2024.

We recommend for all visitors who want to complete a test drive to create a DVLA Check Code (click here to visit the DVLA website) prior to visiting EV LIVE.

If you don’t have a DVLA check code, you can still complete a test drive. It just requires a little more paperwork!

How many test drives can I book?

You can book as many test drives as you like.

Again, we recommend leaving 30 minutes between book test drives, just to ensure that one test drive can finish before the next begins and to mitigate traffic or questions.

What information do I need to test ride an ebike?

If you are interested in test riding an ebike, you can simply turn up!

All test rides are available on the day, with helmets being provided for you by the test ride providers.

Will there be food served on-site?

There will be a selection of outdoor catering vendors, as well as Blenheim Palace catering options and benches / open spaces if you wish to bring your own food.

Directions for EV LIVE can be found here.

Do I need a parking pass?

Entry to Blenheim Palace includes parking. You do not need an additional parking pass.

Is there accessible parking on-site? 

Specific parking and shuttle services are available on-site. Please ensure your blue badge is clearly displayed within your vehicle on arrival.

You will be directed to a convenient parking area and provided with a complimentary shuttle service to the entrance of EV LIVE.

Blenheim Palace has made every effort to ensure that visitors with disabilities can enjoy as much of the estate as possible.

EV LIVE will be held across the main entrance to the Palace, the central drive and some of the parking facilities – all of which are on hard standing ground. One area of EV LIVE will be held on grass. We do strongly recommend that disabled visitors are accompanied by a companion to assist.

Please note that the Courtyards and Formal Gardens have gravel paths requiring extra care.

Specific parking and shuttle service are available for people with mobility concerns. Please ensure your Blue Badge is clearly displayed within your vehicle on arrival. You will be directed to a convenient parking area and provided with a complimentary shuttle service to the event entrance.

Assistance and support dogs are welcome at Blenheim Palace.

For more information on disabled access or how to hire a mobility scooter or wheelchair, please visit: www.blenheimpalace.com/visitus/accessibility