Our Yorkshire Farm’s Amanda Owen Admits Being Newly Single Is “Tough” After Split From Husband Clive

Life in the public eye has never been simple for Amanda Owen, the “Yorkshire Shepherdess” who rose to fame on Channel 5’s Our Yorkshire Farm. Now, more than a year after confirming the end of her marriage to husband Clive Owen, Amanda is speaking openly about the realities of separation, single life, and raising nine children in the midst of major personal change.

In a revealing interview with Radio Times, the 49-year-old farmer and television star reflected on the pressures that led to the breakdown of her marriage and the challenges of navigating family life after the split.

“If We Thought Each Other Was Brilliant…”

“Look, there are two simple facts: if he thought I was brilliant, and I thought he was brilliant, then we wouldn’t have separated,” Amanda admitted. “It’s a fact, isn’t it? But, you know what, that’s not unique, it’s just how things are, pressures, all the rest of it.”

The remark cut through the speculation that has surrounded the couple since their split was announced in June 2022. For Amanda, the reasons were less about scandal and more about the everyday strain of running a farm, raising a large family, and maintaining a marriage in the spotlight.

Coping With Single Life

Though candid, Amanda acknowledged that the transition to single life has been “tough.” After 21 years with Clive, the shift has required not only emotional adjustment but also practical juggling.

“We have nine kids, with associated friends, girlfriends, and we just have to get on with it,” she said, pointing to the busy household that continues to dominate her life.

Her words reflect a sense of resilience, but also the reality that single parenthood — even when shared — is demanding. “When people ask if we’re co-parenting, I say, ‘Call it that if you want, but it’s just a buzzword, really,’” she explained. “It just means we take it in turns to shout at the kids.”

The humor, typical of Amanda’s plain-speaking style, only partly masks the difficulty of the arrangement. It underscores the balancing act that many separated parents face: finding a rhythm that works for the children while managing personal differences.

From Farm to Fame

Amanda and Clive’s marriage had long been seen as central to the appeal of Our Yorkshire Farm, which brought millions of viewers into their daily lives at Ravenseat. The couple’s teamwork — raising sheep, tending the land, and guiding their nine children — became a hallmark of the show’s success.

But as the program’s popularity grew, so did the pressures. Amanda became a household name, dubbed the “Yorkshire Shepherdess,” with books, speaking tours, and media appearances. Clive, by contrast, preferred a quieter existence. Friends and fans speculated that these different paths may have contributed to the strain between them.

A Shared Commitment to Family

Despite the end of their marriage, Amanda is quick to emphasize that both she and Clive remain committed to their children’s wellbeing. “At the end of the day, that’s what matters,” she has said in previous interviews. “We might not be together, but we are still a family.”

The couple’s nine children — ranging from toddlers to young adults — continue to live, study, and work across the sprawling Ravenseat farm. For Amanda, their energy and presence are both a challenge and a source of strength. “They keep me busy, they keep me going,” she said.

Public Scrutiny and Private Struggles

As with many reality television families, the Owens’ private lives have been subject to intense scrutiny. News of the split drew headlines across the UK, with fans divided between sympathy and speculation. Amanda has acknowledged that being in the spotlight has amplified the challenges of an already difficult period.

“People think they know you because they’ve watched you on TV,” she once remarked. “But they don’t see everything that goes on behind the scenes. It’s easy to forget that we’re just human.”

Moving Forward

For now, Amanda appears focused on moving forward — both with her family responsibilities and with her career. While Our Yorkshire Farm ended its run in 2022, Amanda has continued her media presence through documentaries, books, and public speaking engagements, often highlighting the beauty and challenges of rural life.

Though she admits single life is “tough,” her tone suggests a woman determined to find her own path. “It’s about getting on with it,” she repeated. “That’s what farming teaches you — things change, life changes, and you carry on.”

Conclusion

Amanda Owen’s frank reflections offer a rare glimpse behind the carefully edited scenes of reality television. The end of her marriage to Clive Owen marks a personal and professional shift, but her words convey a mixture of honesty, humor, and resilience.

For fans of Our Yorkshire Farm, her story is both sobering and inspiring: a reminder that even in the idyllic setting of the Yorkshire Dales, life brings its share of heartbreak, hard choices, and tough days. Yet, as Amanda continues to shepherd her children, her animals, and her own future, she does so with the same spirit that first endeared her to millions.