Mark’s godparents Jan and David live in Steeple Aston (Oxfordshire) in historical Cedar Lodge (once home to Novelist Iris Murdoch). We decided to head to Steeple Aston for a few days of relaxation before the wedding storm. Jan and David are amazing hosts – and fabulous cooks! We arrived just in time to help make some fresh scones …

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After scones it was out to feed Kissy the horse …

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Jan and David live on 5 acres of true English garden all years of hard work.

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Elsie picking a pear with Jan

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Elsie was instantly attached to David, who spent much time touring elsie around the gardens and playing games in the house – she was hooked!

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We had a beer at the local pub followed by another delicious dinner. Our rest was coming to an end.

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David realizing we had two true Sladden’s with us (who are notoriously late) helped us get on the road on schedule and we were off to Dorset.