If, like us, you’ve already binged the first load of episodes of Clarkson’s Farm on Prime Video and are eagerly awaiting the next batch to be released. Then never fear, as we’ve got something to keep you entertained until then. Channel 5’s Reuben Owen: Life On The Dales is Yorkshire’s answer to Clarkson’s show. And, whilst it may not be farming, it has many of the factors that keep you entertained!
In an era marked by the a lot of youth wanting jobs in social media, the new show is a refreshing antidote immerses you in the tranquility of rural Yorkshire. Channel 5’s Reuben Owen: Life On The Dales encapsulates the essence of a traditional, slower-paced way of life, and Rueben, his girlfriend Sarah and best friend Tommy’a youthful – young people in the beginnings of a business – make for refreshing viewing.
At the heart of the show lies Reuben Owen, who we’ve seen grow from a lad to a young man through his journey from helping out mum Amanda Owen and Dad Clive Owen on the farm at Ravenseat to a young hard working and affable businessman. Growing up alongside his eight siblings under the watchful eye of his parents, Amanda and Clive, Reuben learned the value of perseverance and determination from an early age – and those values come across in his new show Life On The Dales.
Reuben’s past experiences on Our Yorkshire Farm provided viewers with a glimpse into rural life and the challenges of sustaining a family farm. With his mother and father, Amanda and Clive, at the helm, the Owen family navigated the highs and lows of farming life, weathering storms both literal and metaphorical with unwavering resilience.
And Reuben and his pals are on their own project as they try to make a success of his heavy plant machinery business. In his second year the first episode showcases Reuben’s biggest contract yet will see him excavataing half an acre of silt at a pond on a country estate in County Durham.
Against the backdrop of rolling hills and stone walls, Reuben’s endeavours to tackle his new career, whilst also enjoying the old-style life in the Dales that made Our Yorkshire Farm such a captivating show. In an age where the relentless march of progress threatens to overshadow the simpler joys of life, these shows offer a welcome reprieve, inviting viewers to reconnect with nature, tradition, and each other.
Ultimately, Reuben Owen: Life On The Dales offers more than just a glimpse into a bygone era; it serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring beauty of simplicity, the power of human connection, and the timeless appeal of life in the countryside. As viewers immerse themselves in Reuben’s world, they are transported to a place where the values of friendship, hard work, and community reign supreme.
Watch Reuben Owen: Life On The Yorkshire Dales on Channel 5’s My5 here – and catch up on previous series Beyond The Yorkshire Farm With Clive & Reuben here.
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