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Escape to the Chateau's Dick Strawbridge reveals 'real reason' for Channel 4 exit after sweary rant

Escape to the Chateau star Dick Strawbridge, 64, has revealed the "real reason" Channel 4 decided to finish his and wife Angel Strawbridge's popular home renovation series last year. Escape to the Chateau followed Dick and Angel as they worked on building their forever home within the old Chateau de la Motte Husson in France. The couple, together with their two children, Arthur, 10, and Dorothy, nine, got stuck in and tried their hand at all sorts of DIY works to turn the immense property into a stunning home for them all to live in.
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Escape to the Chateau's Dick and Angel Strawbridge tease new project after show axe
Escape to the Chateau stars Dick and Angel Strawbridge have teased their new project after announcing the end of their home-renovation show.The husband and wife duo's Channel 4 show will come to an end after the ninth series, which will later this year.The hit series follows the former Lieutenant Colonel and his wife as they renovated an idyllic chateau nestled in the French countryside.READ MORE: Escape to the Chateau axed as Dick and Angel Strawbridge issue shock announcementHowever, fans will be delighted to know that they'll still be able to get their fix of the Strawbridges after they announced that they will appear in a brand new spin-off show, Escape to the Chateau: Secret France, which will hit our screens in 2023.In a statement, Two Rivers Media, the production company behind the show, wrote: "For those who have followed their journey, fear not Channel 4 has commissioned Escape to the Chateau: Secret France due to air in 2023."It follows Dick and Angel’s adventures, unlocking the secrets of France and, with the couple’s desire to seek the unexpected and the extraordinary, anything could happen!"Dick and Angel also took to Instagram to share the news about the show's end as well as their excitement for the upcoming series.Fans rushed to leave a comment underneath the snap, sharing their excitement for the new show.One fan penned: "Very exciting news can’t wait to see you again. Another added: "Omg how fabulous.
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Escape to the Chateau axed as Dick and Angel Strawbridge issue shock announcement
Escape to the Chateau will come to an end after series nine, stars Dick and Angel Strawbridge have confirmed.The hit Channel 4 show follows the former Lieutenant Colonel and his wife as they renovated an idyllic chateau nestled in the French countryside.Launching in 2016, the popular series showed the ups and downs of the renovation of the ruined property located in the small market town of Martigné-sur-Mayenne.READ MORE: Angel Adoree 'put on the spot' by Escape to the Chateau husband over new projectDick and Angel had initially paid £280,000 when they bought the dilapidated castle, which has 45 bedrooms, 78 windows, 12 acres and one moat, back in 2015.In a recent newsletter to fans the couple announced the ninth season would be "starting soon in the UK".However, the headline was "The Ninth and Final Series of Escape to the Chateau".A statement from production company Two Rivers Media also confirmed the end of Escape to the Chateau but also teased there was more to come.The message read: "The 2022 season will be packed with more heart-warming family adventures, innovative renovations and spectacular celebrations from Dick and Angel and their children Arthur and Dorothy."But this year will also have special significance for, whilst it is not goodbye, it will be au revoir from the Chateau, because 2023 will see Dick and Angel focusing on their Secret France (wt) adventures."Dick and Angel will be focusing on a new show, although details are being kept under wraps.The pair promised there would also be "so much to see and so much more fun to be had", while thanking all fans who had supported them.They added: "Escape to the Chateau has been our family journey; our decision to buy a chateau with no water, electricity, heating
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Angel Adoree 'put on the spot' by Escape to the Chateau husband over new project
Escape to the Chateau's Angel Adoree told her husband off for "putting her on the spot" while she was planning a new project for their joint business.The pair shared a video of the latest goings-on at the Château de la Motte-Husson.The couple started a new project in lockdown, which had been to revamp the grounds of the chateau.READ MORE: Escape to the Chateau's Dick Strawbridge posts sweet tribute to latest addition to familyThis included the walled garden and they filmed some of their planning stages to share with fans.As Angel Adoree began to explain her vision to Dick Strawbridge, she told him off for putting her "on the spot".As he showed fans the garden Dick said: ""The door opens, and it looks ugly,""This gate has caused some problems because Angel wants something that is Chateau-esque here."He turned to his wife: "But you don't know what you want, do you?"Angel said: "I want something that is..." but she couldn't finish the sentence.She then said: "You're actually waiting to see for the first time what I would actually like."That's where you're putting me on the spot, I realise that now!"Dick admitted: "I've been waiting for a long time, I have no idea what she wants.""I would like it to be secret garden-eqsue." Angel went on."So I think it's going to be sort of cast iron, it's going to feel a bit magical."It's going to be ornate, see-through, without a doubt."Angel continued: "And unlike the other new gates that we have got in the garden to be rustic, I don't feel like this [would work]."Because it's facing onto the chateau and you can see it as you come in."This comes after the couple announced they will be heading to Australia and New Zealand for their new tour, Dare to Do It.Dick, Angel and their family have
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Escape to the Chateau stars leave fans gobsmacked with 'huge family announcement'
Escape to the Chateau's Dick and Angel Strawbridge have announced they will be heading to Australia and New Zealand for their new tour, Dare to Do It.The popular couple and their family have captivated Channel 4 viewers with their informative and entertaining programme since 2016 and will now be taking the show format across the globe early next year.Taking to Instagram, the couple shared their exciting news in a lengthy post along with a picture advertising the upcoming tour.READ MORE: Escape to the Chateau's Dick Strawbridge bids emotional farewell as he returns home They captioned the pic: "BIG NEWS from the Strawbridges!! Exciting Family Announcement! "We are coming to Australia & New Zealand with our 'Dare to Do It' Tour! "In February 2023 all four of us will be leaving The Chateau on a 'jet plane' with Grandma & Papi and coming to see you! "Australia & New Zealand were the first overseas countries to adopt 'Escape to the Chateau' and follow our adventures, which we really appreciate!!" They also expressed their excitement with seeing their fans in person. The caption continued: "We cannot wait to come and say hello in person, thank you for the love, have a giggle, and maybe even a drink! "It’s an honour to have the opportunity to embark on this adventure, and we cannot wait….we are all crazily excited, it’s in our chats every day, and Dorothy has already started planning outfits- for everyone! "For one week only, until the 22nd August, everyone that we are 'in contact' with can purchase tickets on pre-sale.
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Escape to the Chateau’s Angel on 'challenging’ issue at home and need to ‘take time out'
Escape To The Chateau star Angel Strawbridge has opened up about a "really challenging" issue she faces at her family home in France.The wife of Dick Strawbridge, 44, candidly admitted struggling finding "balance" in her hectic life, before revealing she needed to "take time out".Dick and Angel moved their family into the Chateau de la Motte Husson in Pays de la Loire in 2015.Since then the Chateau has opened its rooms to guests and become an in-demand wedding venue.It's understandable then that the couple have their hands full with their business, as well as taking care of their children, Dorothy and Arthur.In a recent interview, Angel candidly spoke about the importance of finding balance between both work and family life.The star said: "It's nice to work, but it's all about finding that balance within your life."She admitted it had been tough to reach a balancing point, but added that it's something they've found at last.Angel explained: "It has been really challenging for me but I think we are getting there."Especially with weddings, events and school, there are always things to do."It's about taking that time out," she added to House Beautiful.The family has had a busy year after returning to the UK for their Dare to do It! tour.Following a busy first-half of the year, they announced they were taking a much-needed break.Earlier this month, Dick and Angel took to Twitter to share a "big day" for their family.The couple told their 86,500 followers how the end of this week marked a big day for their children as it marked the end of a school year as well as one of their projects being released.They wrote: "It was a big day today for the Strawbridges...""The last day of school for Arthur & Dorothy and we are delighted to
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Escape to the Chateau's Dick and Angel Strawbridge tease upcoming 'exciting projects'
Dick and Angel Strawbridge have been a massive hit with Channel 4 viewers as they were given an inside look as they restored Château de la Motte-Husson on their hit programme Escape to the Chateau for several years.The couple regularly share updates from their social media pages when the show is not on and this weekend they have made sure to excite fans as they tease new projects.The couple shared a picture on their Twitter page along with employees who work for Chateau HQ outside the lovely French mansion.They captioned the post in view of their 57,400 followers: "A couple of weeks ago, a few of us from Chateau HQ took a trip to France to visit Dick, Angel, Arthur and Dorothy."We had a wonderful time catching up on everything we've missed over the past couple of years and we started on some very exciting projects that are coming soon."Many social media users rushed to the comments to share their excitement.Djpilates1 said: "How wonderful!!!"I wish I could go for a visit! I adore the Chateau and I love Angel & Dick’s fantastic energy & zest for life."OurSayMedia added: "Looking forward to any new series."Janesdonuts2 commented: "Great a new series!"This comes as Dick recently admitted that although they have made incredible progress on the interior of their home, he regrets not giving the outside more love."We wanted to give you a tour of our garden," Dick began while shooting a video on their website.
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'Make up for lost time' Escape to the Chateau's Dick and Angel celebrate family milestone
Escape to the Chateau's Dick and Angel have taken to twitter to share a poignant family milestone.The stars took to the platform to reveal that it was the first time in seven years that they had seen certain members of their family as they shared a snap of them reunited years after last having seen each other.In view of their 57,000 followers, the official Escape to the Chateau account shared the reunion.The post read: "A couple of weekends ago, the Strawbridges had a visit from Dick's younger brother!"Bobby and Andrea hadn't visited The Chateau since Dick and Angel's wedding - so they were busy making up for lost time!," it ended.The snap showed a smiling Dick next to his younger brother Bobby with Andrea in between them as they posed in front of the orangery.Dick and Angel married at their stunning Chateau de la Motte Husson in 2015 with the couple tying the knot in front of their two children, Dorothy and Arthur.Their big day was featured in the first series of Escape to the Chateau and saw over 200 friends and family members join in the celebrations.In 2020 Angel shared a series of snaps from their intimate day, giving fans a glimpse into their nuptials.The candid snaps were taken by friends and shared an insight into their special day.In a recent interview, Angel admitted that hers and Dick's parenting styles are "so different", while acknowledging concerns for their two children.Speaking to Nihal Arthanayake on BBC Radio 5 Live, Angel admitted that hers and Dick's attitudes were "very different" when it came to giving their children freedom while growing up.The Escape to the Chateau couple spoke to the BBC presenter about the challenge of raising their two children in France.When asked about their attitudes to
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'Anticipation of the unknown' Dick and Angel share 'daunting' moment in UK after time away
Escape to the Chateau stars Dick Strawbridge and Angel Strawbridge have opened up about the “daunting” task of putting on a show.The couple, who are known for their DIY skills at the French chateau, shared this in their latest update with fans of the Channel 4 series.Dick and Angel have just returned home from their six-week tour across the UK, which is the longest they’ve ever been away from the chateau.They were joined by their children Arthur and Dorothy for their show all about how they’ve been renovating their French chateau.Called Dare To Do It, this saw them visiting theatres in Belfast, London, Edinburgh and many more.It came to an end last week with a final show at the London Palladium.Now the family is back home, they’ve been updating their fans on what’s been going on.In their latest newsletter update, they shared a “humongous overdue hello and update”.Dick and Angel called the tour “an honour, a privilege and a pleasure” as they shared how lovely it was to meet fans.As well as this, they shared some photos of the time spent with their family across the country.However, the couple also candidly opened up about their opening night was a daunting moment for them.They penned: “In 2019 our tour manager told us that every night must be as good as the first and we have taken this very seriously.“However, there is something different about opening night because there is an underlying feeling of ‘anything can happen’...“Even after two days of rehearsals and testing everything technical is working, there is a small anticipation of the unknown.“It’s daunting and exciting in equal measure!”They went on to explain how they kept grounded, admitting their children were a big help.The couple continued: “At the start of every
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