Dick and Angel Strawbridge supported after sharing rare heartfelt update with fans
Escape to the Chateau star Dick Strawbridge and his wife Angel have shared a rare update and fans says they 'could cry'
Dick and Angel Strawbridge left supporters feeling sentimental as they posted a photograph featuring themselves with their youngsters James and Charlotte - prompting their Instagram admirers to comment they were amazed at how mature the children appeared.
The couple from Escape to the Chateau expressed their heartfelt gratitude following their creation of "enchanting moments" during their Australian tour. In the fresh image, Angel looked stunning wearing a botanical green gown with an elevated neckline, whilst Dick sported a patterned jacket paired with a crimson waistcoat.
The children positioned themselves between their parents for an adorable family portrait, before the foursome made their way to the coastline and spent time with wallabies at a wildlife sanctuary.
The family wrote on social media: "Thank you Australia for the magical memories! More to come on our adventures... but we had to share some of our favourite pictures. We have hugged, laughed and swapped stories with so many... it's really been truly amazing," reports the Express.
Angel and Dick told fans they'd been busy "making memories"
They signed off the heartwarming post with: "Thank you for the love. Until the next time!" Supporters rushed to the comments area, with one posting: "I just want to cry. Looking at Dorothy and Arthur and how they have grown.
"I've watched your beautiful family from the beginning of the Chateau show (which I miss). They are beautiful. Dorothy is gorgeous and Arthur is exceedingly handsome."
Dick and Angel Strawbridge made an emotional announcement
(Image: Channel 4)
A second person added: "Cannot believe how much the kids have grown! Hope you all had a wonderful time." Another repeated: "The kids have grown up so quickly!"
While a fourth online user wrote: "We loved it! ! Can't believe how much bigger the kids were this visit... come back to Melbourne!"
Angel, Dick and their family have been spending some time Down Under
The Strawbridges have embarked on a tour Down Under with their Forever Home show, bringing the Channel 4 programme to Australia in an unprecedented way. The event promises "a highly interactive show", with participants vying for a chance to join the family on stage.
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Dick and Angel publicised the tour with a statement: "There is only so much of our story that can be told on the telly, and as life at the Chateau continues to evolve, we will share an insight into what it takes to build a forever home.
"Expect an interactive evening of fun, games, myth-busting, plenty of stories, and experience the Chateau like never before. We simply can't wait, and this time we get to hug you after!"
Escape to the Chateau and Escape to the Chateau DIY are still available to stream on Channel 4
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