Our Yorkshire Farm Star Amanda Owen Gives Surprising Relationship Update

Amanda Owen, the shepherdess who shot to fame on Channel 5’s Our Yorkshire Farm, has opened up about life, love, and relationships following her much-publicised split from husband Clive Owen. The 51-year-old TV personality, mother of nine, and author has given fans a rare glimpse into how she is coping post-separation — and revealed she is in no rush to find romance again.

The Split That Shocked Fans

Amanda and Clive became household names thanks to Our Yorkshire Farm, the fly-on-the-wall documentary series that followed their lives at Ravenseat Farm in North Yorkshire. With their children and flock of sheep, the couple became unlikely TV stars, admired for their hard work, blunt honesty, and the rugged beauty of their remote lifestyle.

But in 2022, after more than two decades together, the pair released a joint statement announcing their separation. The message emphasised that their children’s happiness and wellbeing would remain their top priority, even as they moved forward separately.

The news stunned loyal fans, many of whom had come to view Amanda and Clive as a TV power couple whose relationship had withstood the pressures of farming life, fame, and raising a huge family in an isolated setting.

Clive’s Painful Confession

In the aftermath, Clive, now 69, spoke candidly about the breakdown of their marriage. In a raw interview, he admitted that his own behaviour — particularly his “constant anger” — played a major role in pushing Amanda away.

“Looking back on it, I can see now that Amanda needed someone to talk to, someone she could trust, and at that stage, I wasn’t that person,” he told The Sun. “I was constantly angry, and I didn’t make life easy for her. I hold my hands up to that.”

His words painted a picture of a man filled with regret, acknowledging that he had failed to provide the support Amanda needed.

Amanda’s Side of the Story

Amanda has been more measured in her comments. Known for her no-nonsense approach, she recently revealed that while she and Clive are no longer a couple, their unique circumstances mean they continue to live in close proximity — albeit with some breathing space.

“If we were all under one roof in a tiny space, we probably would’ve killed each other, with real clashes of character and all the rest of it,” she explained. “But our ‘home’ is pretty spacious, there are a lot of fields between us. It takes a whole day to walk the perimeter of the farm, so there’s plenty of room to lose yourself.”

Her words underline the unconventional nature of their post-split arrangement. Far from being forced into awkward proximity, the vast expanse of Ravenseat allows them to coexist without constant tension.

Choosing to Stay Single

Perhaps most surprising to fans was Amanda’s refreshingly honest take on love and the prospect of moving on. At 51, she says she is not interested in desperately seeking a new partner — and would be perfectly content remaining single.

“Relationship-wise, it would take a certain person to be able to cope with the scenario,” she admitted. “And my ex Clive still being an enormous part of my life. It would take a good sense of humour, too!”

She added: “Love is honestly not something I’m missing. If it happens, great, if it doesn’t, there’s plenty for me to be getting on with, isn’t there?!”

For Amanda, her priorities lie with her children, her farm, and the many projects that continue to occupy her time — from farming and writing to occasional television appearances.

Life After the Cameras

Since the end of Our Yorkshire Farm in 2022, Amanda has maintained a relatively low public profile. Channel 5 replaced the series with Beyond the Yorkshire Farm, focusing more on her son Reuben as he struck out into farming in his own right.

Amanda continues to command public interest, not least because of her candid takes on parenting, farming life, and now relationships. Her books and appearances on talk shows ensure she remains in the spotlight even without a regular TV series.

Moving Forward

What is clear from her latest revelations is that Amanda Owen is determined to embrace independence and not define herself by her marital status. The farm, the children, and her work remain central to her life.

Fans who once tuned in to see her and Clive working side by side may be saddened by the separation. But Amanda’s remarks make it clear she has no regrets and no desperate need for a new relationship. For her, the vast open spaces of Ravenseat Farm — and the busy demands of family life — are more than enough.

As she put it herself, there’s plenty to be getting on with. And in typical Amanda fashion, she’ll be doing it her way.