Following a coffee stop at Hillier Garden Centre in Thatcham, we make our way to the Kings Head in the market town of Woodstock for lunch.

Blenheim Palace is the home to the 11th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Set in 2100 acres of beautiful parkland landscaped by ’Capability Brown’, this exquisite Baroque Palace is surrounded by sweeping lawns, formal gardens and a magnificent lake.