Escape to the Chateau

I bet they have screaming rows off camera. Don't worry about the kids as I'm sure the grandparents are almost permanent babysitters. It's amusing but don't you find them annoying, affected, artificial, and acting to the camera - or is it just me?

Not sure if there's a newer thread about this, but I've just watched last Sundays episode. I watch lots of diy etc type programmes and I think Angel is the most creative person I've ever come across....

Very enjoyable programme. Love the whole family and shall look forward to this. Thanks for the heads up

Even though it’s put together from previous programmes/series, I still love it.

I believe the previous Mrs Strawbridge is also remarried, so everyone’s happy.

How do they protect the children from falling in the moat? Children and water!! An accident waiting to happen? or perhaps protective fencing is removed for the programmes!!

If I was in charge, the Strawbridges would be on every week, they are better than a tonic. We love this family, they are so clever and kind, appear to be very happy and the children are adorable. And the photography is stunning - last night there was a simply glorious shot just of trees reflected in the moat, but it's all wonderful.

Has Angela got a new dressing gown?

I didn't know this was back on a
So will l download it thanks ! Love it!

Looks like a rehash of old programmes .

I agree Jabberwok - both re the lack of arguments and water. DH and I would certainly —fight like cat and dog— find a project like that challenging, especially with the in laws living on site and being so involved

I used to feel like that about Dick Jane10, but since programmes about the renovations of the Chateau I have warmed considerably to him, although of course it must be carefully choreographed as I can't believe they never have a cross word!!!! and I do find the constant guffaws a tinse tiresome, but they are a delightful family and makes for positive TV!! It's a lovely property BUT I'm not sure that with young children I would be very keen on all that water surrounding it. Perhaps they've fenced it off or maybe the children are kept away from it by another method. It would worry me that's for sure!

I actually can't stand the self promoting Dick. I much preferred the spin off programme 'Escape to the Chateau DIY' in which he was much more incidentally involved. I enjoyed seeing all the other chateaus with their attendant problems.

I love love love this programme and the last series got me so inspired I put a ciel de lit above bed in French house with voile hanging down sides. Sadly I am not a creative person so will be looking out for more inspirations from Angel.

He's so clever and resourceful and she is wonderfully creative, having taken on such a monumental task that would surely daunt most mere mortals. They both seem full of good humour, possibly careful editing, but can't help admiring them both. Hope they continue living the dream, which I'm sure on occasions can also be a nightmare, nevertheless a very inspirational family.

Dick filmed a tv program with his elder son. They sailed round Britain, cooking and hi-lighting local produce and craftsmen/women.

Oh - and for anyone who loves Angel’s designs, Next have the chateau design she created for one of the bedrooms ?

Yes it’s his second marriage like so many other people. I don’t think they’ve been glossed over - his older children have visited in the Chateau series and they, along with Dick and his first wife, all appeared in a TV serious about living a green life a number of years back. He divorced from his first wife about 10 years ago if my memory serves me correctly.

I may have a slight crush on Mr Strawbridge and know a little bit more about him than I should

I'd heard that Angela was his second wife and that his first wife and family have been glossed over. I must say it put me off them a bit.

Dick is so clever, his brain is constantly looking for projects. I'm guessing we see more of Angel's lovely designs next week.

Loved seeing this family again. I hadn’t seen the episode with the lift being installed and despite the running commentary from DH on the principles of the lift I thoroughly enjoyed it . Thank again TOW x

Love it. The children are delightful and I like the way they get stuck in to all their projects without any negative attitudes and shrug off any problems that crop up.

Thanks for the reminder Tiredoldwoman
I had seen this in RT, but forgotten, so programme is now set to enjoy later.

I'm looking forward to this too.

Stephen was a”faulty towers” persona and Jenny tried to “control” him, always good for a fun night out gillybob....cheers I am having a glass of chilled white x

Oh I just knew they would be GrannyGravy . Might have a glass of vino to celebrate the new series ( even though it’s a school night )