The story begins with Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough, the sharp-elbowed court adviser, who climbed from Lady of the Bedchamber to most trusted confidante (and rumoured lover) of Queen Anne.

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18th-century Baroque palace was the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and is today home to the 12th Duke and Duchess of Marlborough. Blenheim is well worth a visit at any time of year – but ...