Escape to the Country — Series 23
A poignant chapter closed for *Escape To The Country* this season, marking the farewell appearance of beloved presenter Jonnie Irwin. A fixture on the show since 2009 – joining alongside Nicki Chapman for its tenth series – Jonnie’s presence will be deeply missed. Sadly, his departure came as a result of a battle with lung cancer, which he bravely faced before passing away just months after sharing his final episode with viewers. Alongside this emotional milestone, the show welcomed back Denise Nurse, whose last appearance graced screens way back in 2014 during series fifteen.
Today, Alistair Appleton traverses the borders of Herefordshire and its neighboring counties, assisting a client from Guernsey in her search for an ideal country estate suitable for entertaining, with a budget of £500,000.
Overwhelmed by the confines of their existing home, a couple with two young sons seek the assistance of Sonali Shah. Their goal: to allocate a budget of £450,000 towards a new residence nestled in the Somerset countryside.
Jules Hudson is called upon by three generations of one family to facilitate their relocation from London to Buckinghamshire, a county renowned for its tradition of chairmaking.
The allure of Cornwall, the sea's persistent call, and the invitation of Steve Brown draw a young couple with a passion for water towards the county's coast, accompanied by their young daughter. With a budget of £620,000, they seek to find …
Sonali Shah assists a young couple seeking a transition from Halifax's bustle to the tranquil life of North Yorkshire. Stepping away from property viewings, Sonali visits one of the region’s largest farm shops. There, she gleans insights fr…
In the Welsh county of Powys, Jules Hudson is assisting a couple seeking a property within a £650,000 budget. Their ideal home would accommodate an annexe for their parents and include at least half an acre of land. During his visit, Jules …
Today, Nicki Chapman journeys to Devon, assisting a couple from south London with a £500,000 budget as they seek a dream home in the countryside. Demonstrating her commitment to community, Nicki leads them to Appledore, where they meet the …
Two sisters, seeking to realize a shared ambition, plan to pool their resources in Somerset to acquire a secluded property with ample land – a place from which to launch their own music festival, albeit one of a more intimate scale than the…
After three decades spent living and working in Hong Kong, our protagonist now joins Jonnie Irwin in North Yorkshire, armed with a £350,000 budget for a new home. Beyond the hunt for property, Jonnie journeys into the Yorkshire Dales to exp…
Seeking the solace of the coast, a couple from Birmingham have chosen Cornwall as the ideal retreat, and Sonali Shah is poised to orchestrate their idyllic getaway. She encounters a curious question: what distinguishes a brick from mere bu…
Drawn to the landscapes of Wales, and especially the island of Anglesey, a Canadian couple commissions Briony May Williams to locate a stone cottage that has long been their aspiration, with a budget of £450,000. During her search, Briony a…
Today marks a new destination for Nicki Chapman and the Escape to the Country team as they journey to the beautiful island of Guernsey in the Channel Islands. Their mission: to discover a wonderful family home for a young couple with three …
In Ayrshire, Jonnie Irwin assists a retired couple seeking to rediscover their Scottish heritage. With a budget of £500,000, their ideal property would offer a view across the water. During his time in the region, Jonnie also uncovers a his…
In West Yorkshire, Steve Brown assists an artist yearning to escape London and embrace a life rooted in the countryside. During his travels, Steve also visits Todmorden, where he encounters an inspiring community initiative dedicated to cul…
With retirement approaching, a vicar and her husband seek the assistance of Sonali Shah in finding a new home amidst the picturesque landscapes of Gloucestershire. Shah's visit also includes Adam Henson, a figure beloved nationwide for his …
A family of six – a couple and their four children – are seeking to relocate from London to Derbyshire, and have turned to Denise Nurse for her expertise in navigating the county's countryside housing market. She will guide them in their se…
Today’s episode offers a respite, following Jules Hudson as he assists a couple from Cheshire in their search for a dream home on the island of Anglesey. Amidst the flurry of activity that characterizes the week-long house hunt,
Having spent twenty-three years in Canada, the prospective buyer is now returning to the UK permanently. With a budget of £400,000, she seeks a rural retreat in Devon, though she has yet to visit the county. This presents no obstacle, as Ni…
Briony May Williams encountered a couple from London, seeking a property in the rural landscapes of Oxfordshire or Wiltshire. Their primary requirement was ample space to accommodate themselves and their two young sons.
A spirited young couple, hailing from Nottinghamshire, are contemplating a move to the Scottish county of Argyll and Bute. There, Sonali Shah has curated a selection of remarkable properties for them to consider. During their visit, Sonali …
Today, in Cornwall's coastal reaches, Denise Nurse assists a couple in transforming their cherished holiday spot into a permanent residence, working within a budget of £475,000. Separately from this endeavor, Denise explores a new developme…
This episode presents a remarkable undertaking: Alistair Appleton assists a family spanning four generations in their search for two homes within a single village. It’s a considerable challenge, yet Alistair unveils a wealth of intriguing p…
Nicki Chapman has joined forces with a west London author seeking a fresh direction in the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside. Stepping away from the demands of property acquisition, Nicki journeys to a quiet village within the county to d…
Steve Brown is assisting a couple of newlyweds seeking a departure from South London, hoping to establish themselves in the picturesque countryside of Cumbria. Having already eliminated a dozen potential properties, Steve faces the challeng…
A talented singer hailing from southeast London, accompanied by a close friend, seeks a new home in Cambridgeshire with a budget of £360,000. Sonali Shah is readily available to offer assistance, and together they investigate a variety of a…
A couple living in urban Hertfordshire with a budget of £550,000 are dreaming of a move to the Somerset countryside, and Jules Hudson has curated a selection of beautiful properties to capture their attention. Yet, Jules has a surprising qu…
Nicki Chapman faces a demanding task: securing the ideal property in the picturesque county of Wiltshire for a couple who have recently sold their London home. Beyond the demands of house hunting, and with her own experience in broadcasting…
Today, Argyll and Bute awaits. Sonali Shah explores this Scottish region, seeking a home for a couple from Warwickshire with a budget of £340,000. Her journey nearly takes her onto the water of Loch Lomond, where she assists a team of volun…
A couple seeking a profound shift in their lives have set their sights on holiday lets or glamping accommodations in Wales. Steve Brown initiates their search in Powys with a curated collection of rural properties possessing strong business…
A couple, both with past lives as international rugby players, are seeking a rural haven in Dorset – a quintessential quest for the idyllic countryside, perfectly suited to the show's ethos. Alistair Appleton is their guide. Beyond the sear…
A pair of dedicated owners, keepers of six Irish wolfhounds, are seeking a property with more room to accommodate their beloved dogs and their perpetually muddy paws. Their search has led them to Suffolk, where they hope to find a greater m…
Guided by her mother and Jules Hudson, a property buyer based in suburban Surrey, she seeks a new family home—one with ample land. Her ambition? To establish a dog-training school in the southwest corner of Wales.
The recent arrival of grandchildren has prompted a change of heart for many who have long embraced a life of travel. These seasoned adventurers are returning to their homeland, seeking to establish permanent roots in the Herefordshire count…
A couple with a budget of £440,000 are eager to leave the commuter belt surrounding Buckinghamshire and establish a new life in a home on the Isle of Wight. Steve Brown assists them in their property search, and also explores the island's s…
Though Cheshire lies far from Miami, the couple relocating there finds a sense of belonging in the county, and Alistair Appleton is there to assist with their transition. Alistair, himself a resident of a region once renowned for silk, als…
Seeking respite from the bustle of Dorchester, a couple from Dorset yearns for a slower pace of life in the Devon countryside. Sonali Shah is assisting them as they begin their quest for a new home. In the process, she discovers the vital r…
Nicki Chapman assists a prospective homeowner with a budget of £450,000, seeking to leave behind her former council flat in south London and establish a new life in the Wiltshire countryside. Her priorities include a property offering more …
Steve Brown encounters a couple seeking an idyllic countryside retreat within the Peak District. With a budget of £450,000, they aim to trade their Essex life for the wooded valleys and expansive moorland of the national park. Brown also ex…
Alistair Appleton encountered a couple seeking a profound shift in their lives, drawn to the Cumbrian countryside. Their decision to relocate stemmed from a yearning to be nearer to their daughter, who had already established herself there.…
With her children grown and independent, the prospective buyer seeks a fresh start in a countryside dwelling with commercial possibilities. Her attention is drawn to the counties of Devon or Dorset, where Briony May Williams presents a sele…
Alistair Appleton accompanies a prospective buyer on a deeply felt search today: a woman with a £260,000 budget seeking refuge from her cramped flat near Heathrow. She yearns for tranquility, hoping the Wiltshire countryside holds the cotta…
Seeking a life close to the coast, today’s wanderers accompany Jules Hudson as he presents a curated collection of charming homes nestled within the landscapes of Devon and Dorset.
Today, Steve Brown is showing a prospective buyer around properties in Surrey. The buyer has a budget of £500,000 and is searching for a home that comfortably accommodates both herself and her dog.
In Norfolk, Sonali Shah is searching for a home with a prospective buyer who has cherished the county as a vacation destination. The buyer now aspires to make Norfolk their permanent residence and base for their business. Sonali envisions e…
Nicki Chapman finds herself in the alluring county of Cornwall, where she’s curated a selection of exceptional Cornish properties, ideally suited to entice a buyer from suburban Surrey seeking a new beginning for himself and his grandson. D…
Having finally secured the opportunity to find a permanent home and a more peaceful existence, a former Royal Marine and a retired civil servant possess £375,000 and the expert assistance of Jules Hudson. Jules has curated a compelling arra…
In Suffolk, Ginny Buckley is assisting a retired couple from Essex in their search for a new home within a vibrant village, constrained only by their £475,000 budget and a desire for proximity to the coast. Her day also includes a visit to …
Alistair Appleton finds particular pleasure in being back in his native West Sussex today, offering a glimpse of its many charms, including a curated selection of exquisite homes. He accompanies a married couple seeking to emulate his own p…
With each visit deepening their affection for Norfolk, the couple has resolved to make the county their permanent home. Denise Nurse will guide them in their search for the perfect property. She also finds herself at the helm of a newly re…
Having spent sixteen years in Australia, Jules Hudson assists a couple in their return to Britain. While their £450,000 budget may offer less purchasing power in Lancashire than it once did in Australia, Jules nonetheless presents a compell…
A couple, recently married and seeking a larger home than their town flat allows, have a budget of £400,000 and require Ginny Buckley’s expertise to locate a property in the Dorset countryside. Their priority is space – ample room to store …
Seeking a profound shift in their lives, a couple from Brighton are contemplating a relocation to the picturesque countryside of Fife.
Alistair Appleton assists a couple seeking to leave behind their Leicestershire existence, guiding them toward a relocation to the countryside of either Somerset or Devon.
Jules Hudson thrives as he navigates the beautiful landscapes of North and West Yorkshire with a couple from a market town in West Sussex. He presents them with an exceptional array of properties, and central to their desires is a spacious …


