Synopsis

Purple, green, and yellow ribbons fluttered as Michael Portillo, accompanied by the cheerful chime of ankle bells, found himself swept into a lively celebration in Stogumber – a ritual honoring fertility. He then explored the renowned Edwardian gardens at Hestercombe, uncovering the legacy of an unexpected collaboration and receiving instruction on the art of deadheading roses. The journey continued aboard England’s longest heritage railway line, followed by a chance to mark a new beginning with