RAVENSEAT, YORKSHIRE DALES — Britain’s most famous farming exes are back — and the sparks are flying once again. But not in the way you might think.

Amanda Owen, beloved as The Yorkshire Shepherdess, and her ex-husband Clive Owen are reuniting on-screen for a brand-new Channel 5 series — and the behind-the-scenes tension is already making headlines.

In a jaw-droppingly candid interview promoting the series, Amanda, 50, didn’t hold back when asked how things were going working alongside her ex-husband once more:

“He does my head in. Honestly, Clive’s been driving me up the wall since day one of filming.”

From Divorce to Dynamic Duo?

The pair, who rose to fame through Our Yorkshire Farm, captivated millions with their rustic, heartwarming, and often chaotic life raising nine children on the remote Ravenseat Farm. But in 2022, they stunned fans with the announcement of their separation after more than two decades of marriage.

While Amanda continued to work the land and raise the children, Clive largely retreated from public life — until now.

Their upcoming series, Clive & Amanda: Back to the Farm, follows the duo as they attempt to co-manage a new hill farming project, with cameras capturing the raw, often unfiltered reality of exes trying to share space, sheep, and screen time.

Amanda: “We’re Not Playing Happy Families”

Speaking from the stone barn she’s converted into a production base, Amanda made it clear: this isn’t a romantic reconciliation.

“There’s no fairy tale. No grand reunion. This is about doing what’s best for the farm and the kids — and keeping the roof on.”

“We may not be married, but we’ve still got livestock to feed and fences to fix. And Clive… well, he still talks to the sheep more than people. So that’s a plus.”

When asked whether the cameras were capturing awkward moments, Amanda smiled knowingly:

“They’ve got plenty. Clive’s got his old habits. I’ve got mine. He still insists on doing everything the slow way. And I still insist on winding him up about it.”

Clive Breaks Silence: “She’s Still a Force of Nature”

Clive Owen, 70, gave a rare interview to The Yorkshire Herald, admitting the reunion has been “challenging, but not impossible.”

“Amanda’s… Amanda. She’s stubborn as a mule and twice as fast. We’ve had our share of blow-ups, but we also know how to get the job done.”

He added with a grin, “She tells me I do her head in, and she’s not wrong. But I’m still here, aren’t I?”

Fans were quick to praise Clive for his calm and quiet presence in contrast to Amanda’s fiery wit.

Fans React: “Get the Popcorn!”

Social media has exploded with anticipation following Amanda’s now-viral quote, with thousands chiming in on what promises to be one of the most entertaining rural reality returns of the year.

“Amanda saying Clive ‘does her head in’ is the most Yorkshire breakup energy ever!” — @SheepishInLeeds

“I don’t care if they’re fighting over feed buckets, I’m watching every minute!” — @DalesDramaQueen

Some fans even began speculating that the tension could hint at deeper feelings still simmering beneath the surface — though Amanda firmly shut down any romantic suggestions.

“Just because we’re on telly together doesn’t mean we’re back together. It means we’ve got bills to pay and a barn to insulate.”

What the New Series Is About

Clive & Amanda: Back to the Farm focuses on a decaying parcel of land the Owens inherited from a distant relative. The show follows their efforts to rebuild dry stone walls, bring back ancient sheep breeds, and attempt to co-manage farm operations — all while navigating their very different approaches.

Each episode features hands-on tasks (often turned into competitions), reflections on their past, and commentary from their children, who remain involved in farm life — and increasingly, in production decisions.

Channel 5 describes the show as:

“Honest, gritty, and occasionally hilarious — a raw look at life after love, lived in mud-streaked boots and with wind in your face.”

Co-Parenting and Co-Farming

Despite the banter and barbs, both Amanda and Clive insist they remain committed to raising their nine children together and protecting the future of Ravenseat.

“We still sit down for tea together. We still argue over who left the feed trough out. And we still care about this place more than anything,” Amanda said.

IN THIS ISSUE:

🔸 PAGE 6 — “The Timeline of a Yorkshire Love Story: Amanda & Clive, From Fleece to Fallout”
🔸 PAGE 12 — “Meet the Owen Kids: What Are They Up To Now?”
🔸 PAGE 18 — “How Amanda Became a TV Powerhouse After the Divorce”
🔸 PAGE 24 — “Exes on Screen: Why Viewers Can’t Look Away”

COMING NEXT WEEK:

🟡 “I Found a Dead Stoat in the Aga” — Amanda’s Unexpected Kitchen Confessions
🟡 Reuben Reacts: What He Really Thinks of Mum and Dad’s TV Reunion
🟡 Behind the Scenes: How the Crew Keeps Up With the Owens