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Daily Mail
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Amanda Owen opens up about how she wanted 'non scripted, no scene set up and accurate portrayal' of her family on new series of Our Farm Next Door - after locking horns with ex husband Clive
Amanda Owen has opened up about how she wanted a 'real' representation of her family on new series of her More4's Our Farm Next Door - just days after she branded her ex husband Clive a 'frustrating and horrible thing' in a dramatic fallout. The Owen family, consisting of Amanda, 50, Clive, 70, and their nine kids, have been on our screens for a number years, after opening their farm up to cameras on Channel 5 's Our Yorkshire Farm in 2018. The programme wrapped up in 2022, following on from the pair's separation after 22 years of marriage, and fans were over the moon when Our Farm Next Door was announced. The second series premiered last month and has seen the former couple navigate their new relationship, including the various ups and downs following their split. On Thursday English shepherdess Amanda took to social media to praise Channel 4 and production Wise Owl Films for helping create the programme and how her family has been portrayed. Amanda wrote on Instagram: 'Whilst on the theme of people behind the scenes involved in the renovation project it's important to acknowledge the talented folk who create the tv series Our Farm Next Door. 'Reality appears to be used very loosely in many instances but we wanted a non scripted, no scene set up, accurate portrayal of the realities of farming, families, friends complete with the flare ups, feuds and **** ups! *click bait provided* 'To be given this opportunity by @channel4 & @wiseowlfilms & to find ourselves working with a dedicated, devoted and it has to be said fearless team & crew has been brilliant. 'Nothing fazes them, be it snow drifts, incessant rain, ten people all talking at same time, swear words, incoherent mumblings & constant distractions they have taken it all in their stride & somehow managed to make sense of it all without going completely mad. 'They ignored all warnings of what not to work with, children & animals & have made what I reckon to be an aesthetically pleasing, gentle series that represents us, quietly explores the rich heritage of the area & what shaped our countryside. 'All whilst championing the often overlooked craftsmen & farmers who retain the knowledge, skills & understanding that was there long before our generation rebranded it & call it our own. 'Sustainable, regenerative, self sufficient , simple living, foods, comforts & a strong work ethic. 'I know that there were many less pleasant aspects & terrible hardships endured but we are fortunate that we can pick which elements of the past we take away & where we can make improvements. 'There's one overriding element that jumps out from the diary and that is that some aspects of life never change & it's these human, relatable diary entries that resonate with me the most. 'So thank you's going out to Paul, Jayne, Mark, Rebecca & Lindsay & all at @wiseowlfilms @channel4 & ultimately @jocantello1 who has never waivered or wobbled when I most certainly have.' Finishing the lengthy post, she joked: 'Don't worry, this is not an Oscar acceptance so I'm not to thank the farms namesake Anthony Clarkson.. he's dead.' Many rushed to the comments section to share the love. One said: 'Absolutely loving seeing you all back on our screens.' 'You have a great way with words Amanda, I'm absolutely loving this series,I often feel jealous of the wonderful places you live and work in, there is so much history, and you are adding to it with the loving way you are bringing that cottage back to life.' 'Well said ! It's a brilliant show , love watching you all.' 'We need programmes like this to take us away from grim reality of world news. I curl up on sofa & turn up volume & enjoy. Thank you!' 'Perfectly and honourably said.' It comes after Amanda branded her ex Clive a 'frustrating and horrible thing' as the pair locked horns over his 'unbearable' behaviour in the wake of his surgery on Tuesday's instalment of Our Farm Next Door. As viewers will know, in the first episode of the brand new season, Clive underwent a hip operation and he has been trying to recover from his surgery. And it appeared that there was a little bit of tension between the former couple, who broke up in 2022 after 22 years of marriage, while they were busy grooming their sheep at Ravenseat Farm, which is next door to Anty John. In one scene, Amanda said to him: 'Amanda brutally told her ex husband: 'You have been unbearable.' She recalled how at one point he was sitting in the kitchen in his underwear and said: 'You are a really frustrating, horrible thing.' Days before Amanda faced questions over a 'disgusting and disturbing' video of her son Reuben that she posted on Instagram.
Edinburgh Live
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Our Yorkshire Farm's Clive Owen sparks concern from fans as new trailer drops
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Clive Owen sparked concern among fans after appearing on crutches in a preview for 'Our Farm Next Door. '. The hotly awaited programme, 'Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids', is due to illuminate television sets tonight, with the Owens forging ahead with renovation works at Anty John's. Viewers expressed their apprehension for Clive's well-being after an Instagram clip from tonight's episode showcased his dialogue about his recent hip operation. An Instagram update from Wise Owl Films captioned the video: "In the opening episode of our new series, as he recovers from a hip operation, Clive contemplates a future where he can put his feet will Miles and Sid really buy into his succession plans? Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids – starts tomorrow on More4 at 9pm." In the shared footage, Clive was seen instructing his sons in farm duties while he mends. He humorously admitted to being a terrible patient due to his impatience, reports Gloucestershire Live. Displaying appreciation for his children's help during his recovery, he commented, "I couldn't have managed without these lads to do what needed doing. So yeah, they have done very well," as reported by Leeds Live. Clive also hinted at a potential handover of responsibilities, stating, "It means from now on they needn't hand the reins back to me, they can just carry on." Adding a touch of humour to the situation, he joked about becoming unnecessary, asking his son, "What do you think, Miley?". He rounded off, saying, "That is what family farms are all about, everybody has to help." Fans expressed their concern on social media after noting something amiss with Clive's appearance, with one commenting: "You can see the pain he is in." Another chimed in showing empathy for Clive's evident discomfort: "Yeah, he looks like he's in a lot of pain, poor Clive." Speculation arose among the comments, with one person asking: "Is that a knee replacement or the other hip?". On a Facebook fan page, a post highlighted concern for his recovery: "Hope Clive is getting there after his hip op." Further supporting messages included someone mentioning, "Such a great dad, and his boys are helping him," and another wishing well: "Aw, I hope Clive gets better soon." The latest episode description teases viewers with: "Amanda Owen and her family continue the task of turning an abandoned farmhouse into a 21st-century home." As summer unfurls in Swaledale, the Owens mark nearly a year into their renovation of Anty John's, and despite plentiful tasks ahead for Richard the builder and the family, they keep pressing on. While the children relish their summer holidays with picnics and stream play, father Clive faces a daunting recovery from his hip operation.
Daily Mirror
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Our Yorkshire Farm's Clive Owen sparks health fears with worrying comment as he's seen on crutches
Our Yorkshire Farm star Clive Owen was seen on crutches in a brief clip for the Channel 4 show's spin-off series Our Farm Next Door Fans have been left worried after Clive Owen was spotted on crutches in a sneak peek of the upcoming show Our Farm Next Door. The charming series Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids makes its anticipated return to our screens tonight, documenting the family's adventures as they take on new renovations. Concerns for Clive's well-being surfaced following an Instagram clip that reveals his struggle with a recent hip operation. Posted by Wise Owl Films, the caption accompanying the Instagram preview read: "In the opening episode of our new series, as he recovers from a hip operation, Clive contemplates a future where he can put his feet will Miles and Sid really buy into his succession plans? Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids – starts tomorrow on More4 at 9pm." It showed Clive giving his sons instructions for managing the farm during his recovery. Clive's sense of humour remained intact as he quipped, "I have definitely been a horrible patient because I am impatient." He praised his sons, stating, "I couldn't have managed without these lads to do what needed doing. So yeah, they have done very well," reports Leeds Live. Mulling over the changes, he reflected, "It means from now on they needn't hand the reins back to me, they can just carry on." Clive even made light of his situation, suggesting, "I could find myself redundant," before playfully enquiring about his son's thoughts: "What do you think, Miley? "That is what family farms are all about, everybody has to help," he added. Fans were quick to express their sympathy in the comment section, with a concerned follower noting: "You can see the pain he is in." Echoing this worry, another responded: "Yeah, he looks like he's in a lot of pain, poor Clive." One curious fan queried: "Is that a knee replacement or the other hip?". Another supporter expressed their well-wishes on a Facebook fan page, commenting: "Hope Clive is getting there after his hip op." Admiration for the family's unity was clear as one person noted: "Such a great dad and his boys are helping him," while another sent out a heartfelt message: "Aw hope Clive gets better soon." Tonight's episode promises to be an engaging one, with the synopsis teasing: "Amanda Owen and her family continue the task of turning an abandoned farmhouse into a 21st-century home. "It's summer in Swaledale and the renovation of Anty John's is about to hit its one-year anniversary, with plenty of work still to do for Richard the builder and the Owen family. "For the kids, the summer holidays mean picnics and playing in the stream, but dad Clive is laid low by a hip operation."
Daily Mirror
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Our Yorkshire Farm fans 'can't wait' as Amanda and Clive Owen announce new TV series
Amanda and Clive Owen will be back on TV screens with a new series of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids Fans of the hit show, Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids, can't contain their excitement as news of the second series has been revealed. The country life saga is set to return with Amanda and Clive – both initially famous for Our Yorkshire Farm – gracing our screens once more in a fresh chapter of the spin-off series, premiering on More4 on 29 April. This forthcoming series follows the family's journey as they breathe new life into an abandoned property nearby. With anticipation growing, production company Wise Owl Films teased: "The hard work there's also plenty of laughs in store." They continue, promising: "Balmy sunny days, a winter wonderland, goats in coats and the return of Tony the Pony as we enjoy Summer to Spring in the new series of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids." Social media channels are buzzing with eager comments, with one fan posting, "I'm so looking forward to this new series," and another adding, "Great to see the date of the start of the second series of this brilliant show." Due to the popularity of Our Yorkshire Farm, audiences were captivated by Amanda and Clive's eventful lives and their large brood, which consisted of Raven, Reuben, Miles, Edith, Violet, Sidney, Annas, Clementine, and Nancy. However, amid all the excitement, it's not forgotten that in 2022, the couple shared the somber news of ending their 22-year marriage. Fans might have been gutted about the split, but the dynamic duo have kept their friendship alive, continuing to collaborate professionally and successfully share parenting responsibilities, reports Leeds Live. Over the past three years, Clive and Amanda haven't shied away from discussing their separation publicly, making individual TV appearances to talk through the dissolution of their marriage. On ITV's Lorraine, Amanda spoke candidly about her ongoing friendship with Clive: "We've got a lot of room and a lot of distractions. First and foremost we're farming. "It's yet another diversification, we have our fingers in so many pies that it's just unbelievable. There is enough work to go around times a zillion." "It's tough trying to spin all the plates, but that's why this programme is relatable, that's why we've been so popular with viewers. You don't always get the happy ending you want, but it's how you negotiate it." Our Farm Next Door returns to More4 at 9pm on Tuesday, 29 April, and will be available to stream on Channel 4.
Daily Mail
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Our Yorkshire Farm stars Amanda and Clive Owen's return to screens finally confirmed after months of fretting from desperate fans
Our Yorkshire Farm stars Amanda and Clive Owen's return to screens has finally been confirmed after months of fretting from desperate fans. The show, Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids, aired its first series last year and followed the Owen family's life in the Yorkshire Dales. It saw Shepherdess Amanda and her husband Clive renovate a derelict farmhouse. The series came to an emotional end in November, but last month the production company confirmed there would be another season, much to the delight of viewers, but the return date was not confirmed at the time. Now, it has been revealed that the second instalment of the beloved series will launch in just a few days. Season two of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids will hit screens on April 29 at 9pm on Channel 4. Now, it has been revealed that the second instalment of the beloved series will launch in just a few days A clip released by Wise Owl Films reveals a sneak peak at the new instalment. The production company posted to Instagram: 'The hard work there's also plenty of laughs in store, balmy sunny days, a winter wonderland, goats in coats and the return of Tony the Pony as we enjoy Summer to Spring in the new series of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive & Kids – now coming VERY soon. And here's a taster...' In another upload they commented: 'And... breathe! Get ready for a return to Ravenseat, Anty John's and beautiful Swaledale across the seasons... the new series of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids will be on More4 - watch and stream - from Tuesday 29 April at 9pm.' The video shows all of the family get stuck into the renovation and lending a hand on the farm. Amanda says, 'We have made great strides but we're a long way from finishing yet.' She adds: 'What I want for these children is for them to be able to look back and be able to say, we did that.' It comes after the return was confirmed last month and a clip from series one was posted on social media with the caption: 'It's the last episode of the first series of Our Farm Next Door tomorrow, and the whole family get together to see the progress at Anty John's. 'The renovation has come a long way over the past 18 months, but there's still plenty to do. The series ended came to an emotional end in November and the production company behind the show previously confirmed there would be another season - much to the delight of fans 'Luckily you won't have long to wait to see how the family and their team of builders are getting on, as series 2 is coming soon!' The show has proved to be a hit with some viewers who were very happy with the news of another series. Many commented on a Facebook post including one fan who said: 'Really enjoyed the series - a wonderful family and great to see Amanda and Clive together - can't wait to see the finished house!' Another penned: 'Pleased Clive is involved. Hoping the new series will come to New Zealand.' Someone else wrote: 'Cant wait for new series.' While a fourth said: 'Can't wait to see the rest of the renovations. Meanwhile you all take care. Xx' One commented: 'Can't wait hurry up.' Another chimed in: 'Cant wait for the second series x x x.' Someone else said: 'Loved the programme and can't wait for the next series.' Previous series Our Yorkshire Farm was one of the most popular fly-on-the-wall shows on TV. The show followed life on the remote farm high in the Dales run by Amanda, sheep farmer Clive and their nine children but ended after five years in 2022. Amanda and Owen split in June 2022 after 22 years of marriage. However they still work closely together to co-parent and star on their TV shows.
