A fascinating insight into generations of the Royal family followed by a riverboat picnic. It’s a holiday highlight.Close to London and a pleasant drive, Hampton Court was the jewel in Henry Vlll’s crown. The chance to see it in situ with the baroque palace of William and Mary, built some 150 years later offers a unique insight into a span of English History like no other.As well as the magnificent architecture, the grounds and gardens of Hampton Court are world famous, from the maze to the huge