Wise Owl Films has been given a double series order to make two new series of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids, following ‘Yorkshire Shepherdess’ Amanda Owen and her family as they continue to renovate a centuries-old derelict farmhouse into a modern home.
In the third and fourth series of Our Farm Next Door, cameras follow the Owen family as – with the exterior of the house finally finished – they set to work on their huge interiors project, planning what will go where and how things might look, not to mention installing plumbing and running water.
We also follow the day-to-day farming lives of Amanda, Clive and their nine rapidly-growing children in the remote Yorkshire Dales, as well as Amanda’s project to delve into the fascinating history of the house they’re renovating and its most famous resident, Swaledale map maker, Anthony Clarkson.
Amanda Owen said: “I am beyond delighted that we have been given the opportunity to showcase this unique and beautiful part of our British countryside and for people to join us on our exciting journey through the restoration of our farm next door. We’re grateful for Channel 4’s support and the effort and utter dedication of the film crew who have had to work in challenging weather conditions, coupled with the unimaginable chaos of both children and animals. This is a programme that I am seriously proud of.”
Jayne Stanger, commissioning editor for Channel 4, said: “Following the Owen family’s incredible work to renovate Anty John’s has been such a joy and I’m over the moon we’re able to continue the journey with two more series for More4. I can’t wait to see how the amazing transformation of the farmhouse continues as well as enjoying the magnificent Yorkshire scenery we’re treated to in every episode.”
Wise Owl series producer James Knight said: “Watching the 11-strong Owen family pulling together to transform this wonderful old barn has been an incredible ride so far. We’re so thrilled we’ll be there to cover the next chapter. As work begins inside to turn its four walls into a home, Amanda will be digging deeper into Anty John’s eye-opening back story, and we’re looking forward to spending more glorious days at both Ravenseat and Anty John’s.”
Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids is a 10×60’ commission for More4, airing as two 5×60’ series. It was commissioned by Jayne Stanger, Senior Commissioning Editor, Lifestyle, with Jo Street, Director of Commissioning, Nations and Regions and Channel 4’s Head of Lifestyle.
It is made by Leeds-based Wise Owl Films and is series produced by James Knight with Mark Robinson as executive producer. Wise Owl Films is a non-scripted label of Lime Pictures, part of All3Media. Amanda Owen is represented by Jo Cantello at Wolfsong Media.