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Escape to the Country (2002 – ...)

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Escape to the Country — Series 26

  • Aug 18, 2025First aired
  • 50 episodesin this season
  • 43mavg. runtime
Season Trailer
#Episode nameAir dateRuntimeRating
0144mArgyll and ButeSeeking breathtaking vistas, a couple from suburban Cheshire discovered that exceptional scenery wasn't exclusively within reach of vast wealth. Property expert Sonali Shah located them a home on the Kintyre peninsula of Argyll and Bute, all within a £250,000 budget.Aug 18, 20258.0Aug 18, 202544m8.00244mDevonJules Hudson assists a pair of retired drama teachers in their transition from the bustling city of Sheffield to a tranquil rural existence in the picturesque Devon countryside.Aug 25, 20258.0Aug 25, 202544m8.00343mKentWith a budget of £350,000, a mother and son return from abroad, seeking a charming classic cottage nestled in the heart of Kent. Denise Nurse guides them as they embark on a new chapter in the Garden of England.Sep 1, 20258.0Sep 1, 202543m8.00443mThe MidlandsRichie Anderson is the newest addition to the *Escape to the Country* team, where he assists a couple of lifelong residents of Birmingham in their search for a property with distinctive character within the rural Midlands, his own familiar territory.Sep 8, 2025Sep 8, 202543m0543mNorth YorkshireSeeking respite and open spaces, a family of six – parents and their four children – find themselves drawn to the landscapes of North Yorkshire. There, Briony May Williams guides them toward a home that offers the space for growth and the freedom to flourish.Sep 15, 2025Sep 15, 202543m0644mShropshireNicki Chapman guides a couple from Wolverhampton in their search for a new home and a different way of life in Shropshire, culminating in a venture into an adventurous outdoor playground complete with a soaring zip line.Sep 29, 202510.0Sep 29, 202544m10.00743mNorfolk and Suffolk BorderSteve Brown facilitated the search for a family home for a couple residing in southeast London, ultimately leading them to properties nestled on the border between Norfolk and Suffolk. The selection included two buildings of architectural significance, designated as listed structures, alongside a particularly distinctive and eye-catching property known as Mystery House.Oct 6, 202510.0Oct 6, 202543m10.00843mHerefordshireA palpable current of emotion accompanies the search for a home in Herefordshire, as Sonali Shah guides a couple toward a new beginning in the rural landscape following a significant life change.Oct 13, 2025Oct 13, 202543m0943mCumbriaJules Hudson journeys to the heart of Cumbria, accompanying a dynamic couple seeking a new beginning. They harbor ambitions of establishing a carpentry business and embracing a life rich with outdoor pursuits.Oct 20, 202510.0Oct 20, 202543m10.01043mNorthumberlandWith thoughtful guidance, Denise Nurse assists a family – parents and grandmother alike – in their transition from the bustle of town to a fresh start nestled within the breathtakingly remote landscapes of Northumberland.Oct 27, 2025Oct 27, 202543m1143mNorth SomersetAlistair Appleton guided a young couple, on the cusp of marriage, to a countryside haven in North Somerset. Afterward, he sought quiet solitude for meditation amidst the tranquil expanse of the Somerset Levels.Nov 3, 2025Nov 3, 202543m1243mKentBeneath a bright sky, a couple sought respite in the rolling hills of Kent, embracing the promise of open air and liberation. Their journey led them to Nicki Chapman’s celebrated countryside estate, a place where history lingered within the walls of a medieval mystery house and vibrant blooms spilled from a stunning flower farm.Nov 10, 202510.0Nov 10, 202543m10.01343mThe Isle of ManJules Hudson journeys to the Isle of Man in *Escape to the County*, accompanied by a retired nurse whose intimate knowledge of the island surpasses his own. Breathtaking vistas and charming residences are in store.Nov 17, 202510.0Nov 17, 202543m10.01443mNorth YorkshireBriony May Williams encounters a Londoner seeking an idyllic Yorkshire cottage, a place for herself and her canine companion. She also finds herself among the locals – passionate coffee roasters who revel in life on the moorland's fringe.Nov 18, 20258.0Nov 18, 202543m8.01543mCornwallAlistair Appleton assisted a retired couple from the Wirral in their search for a perfect Cornish bungalow, one conveniently located near a pub. He also made a visit to a nearby seal sanctuary, where he encountered some truly remarkable creatures.Nov 24, 2025Nov 24, 202543m1643mPowysIn the heart of Powys, Jules Hudson assists a couple seeking a new home for their two dogs, three cats, and a motorcycle. His work also takes him to a forward-thinking farm project dedicated to cultivating a more sustainable future.Nov 25, 202510.0Nov 25, 202543m10.01743mDorsetGinny Buckley guides a London client toward her ideal home nestled in the Dorset countryside, and connects with a family who has revitalized a traditional fish canning business into a thriving coastal enterprise.Dec 1, 20258.0Dec 1, 202543m8.01843mGloucestershire and HerefordshireAlistair Appleton facilitates the relocation of a couple from Germany to the English counties of Herefordshire or Gloucestershire, and in doing so, encounters a writer who has embraced a fulfilling rural existence.Dec 2, 2025Dec 2, 202543m1943mCarmarthenshireIn the rolling hills of Carmarthenshire, Denise Nurse guides a retired couple from Jersey through a selection of remarkable properties. One estate, in particular, boasts an unusual amenity: a pair of beavers residing in the garden.Dec 8, 2025Dec 8, 202543m2043mCornwallJules Hudson accompanies two enthusiasts on a quest for an ideal home in Cornwall, ideally situated near the sea. Following a series of encouraging property viewings, they partake in a spirited round of gig boat racing in Padstow.Dec 9, 2025Dec 9, 202543m2143mOxfordshireNicki Chapman facilitates the search for a new home for two rock musicians in Oxfordshire, seeking a property with ample space for a recording studio. She also visits a village bakery, where she encounters a South American baker whose creations are proving remarkably popular.Dec 15, 2025Dec 15, 202543m2243mDevonRichie Anderson helps a retiree from Lincolnshire find her dream Devonshire home by the sea and the lifestyle she has always wanted.Jan 19, 2026Jan 19, 202643m2343mPembrokeshireBriony May Williams helps a buyer from Leeds with £250,000 to spend and an eye for something eco-friendly and inspiring to follow her intuition to move to Pembrokeshire.Jan 20, 2026Jan 20, 202643m2443mEast SussexAlistair Appleton helps a retired couple and their five sausage dogs find a perfect East Sussex home with room to rescue animals.Jan 22, 2026Jan 22, 202643m2543mCambridgeshire BordersFrom thatched charm to characterful new builds, Sonali Shah helps a young couple from a commuter town find their first and forever home in Cambridgeshire.Jan 26, 2026Jan 26, 202643m2643mDevonSteve Brown helps a couple find an eco-friendly Devon home, as well as meeting someone who has already made his own escape and turned a traditional village pub into something super-stylish.Jan 27, 202610.0Jan 27, 202643m10.02743mWest YorkshireGinny Buckley helps a theatre couple swap London life for a West Yorkshire home with rural sparkle and then meets a family who started a bold new life on a 30-acre farm.Feb 2, 2026Feb 2, 202643m2843mNottinghamshireDenise Nurse helps a house hunter escape to rural Nottinghamshire. She also visits Sherwood Forest to learn how its ancient oaks are overcoming the challenges of climate change.Feb 3, 2026Feb 3, 202643m2943mNorthumberlandJules Hudson helps Sarah from Newcastle to find peace, privacy and glorious views in Northumberland. On a break from the property viewings, they visit Capheaton Hall’s glorious walled garden.Feb 23, 202610.0Feb 23, 202643m10.03043mShropshireIn rural Shropshire, Alistair Appleton helps newlyweds from an Essex town find a traditional home and meets a local artist for some feather-filled poultry painting en plein air.Feb 24, 2026Feb 24, 202643m3143mHerefordshireSteve Brown helps a couple wanting space for animals to swap urban Gloucestershire for rural Herefordshire and also visits former escapees who now run a thriving organic farm.Mar 2, 202610.0Mar 2, 202643m10.03243mDevonNicki Chapman is in the West Country, helping three generations from the West Midlands to make a Devon escape. She also tries her hand at weaving with a local textile designer.Mar 3, 202610.0Mar 3, 202643m10.03343mCentral LowlandsIn Scotland's Central Lowlands, Sonali Shah helps a Canadian couple to make a rural escape and meets Californians who bought their dream home, sight unseen, and never looked back.Mar 9, 2026Mar 9, 202643m3443mNorth Wessex DownsRetired Jenny from Kent heads for the North Wessex Downs to be near her son and, with Jules Hudson’s help, she’s hoping to find a rosy cottage to call home.Mar 10, 202610.0Mar 10, 202643m10.03543mArgyll and ButeAlistair Appleton helps globetrotter Sabiha find an Argyll and Bute retreat, with a line-up that includes a magical home on an island, just a short ferry ride from the mainland.Mar 16, 2026Mar 16, 202643m3643mThe Peak DistrictBriony May Williams helps a Canadian couple find a Peak District cottage to call home and meets an octogenarian volunteer ranger who has spent decades caring for the National Park.Mar 17, 2026Mar 17, 202643m3743mCambridgeshireJules Hudson has a line-up of beautiful Cambridgeshire houses for a retired couple who want to relocate to be closer to family. Jules also visits the inspiring Great Fen Project.Mar 23, 20269.0Mar 23, 202643m9.03843mDevonNicki Chapman helps a retired couple find their dream Devon home by the sea and meets a Dartmoor family who map family-friendly walks in the National Park for all to enjoy.Mar 24, 202610.0Mar 24, 202643m10.03943mCornwallAlistair Appleton is in Cornwall, helping a couple to trade in city life for a coastal home. He also stops by a regenerative farm focused on nourishing land, body and mind.Mar 30, 2026Mar 30, 202643m4043mSussexDenise Nurse helps a couple who want a unique Sussex home, and the quirkier, the better Her line-up includes some wow-factor properties, any one of which could be the mystery house.Mar 31, 2026Mar 31, 202643m4143mDorsetSonali Shah helps Norman and Linda swap London for a breath of fresh sea air in Dorset, with a standout mystery house and a relaxing stop at a seaweed spa.Apr 7, 2026Apr 7, 202643m4243mCornwallJules Hudson helps a couple returning to the UK from Australia find a home in Cornwall with views and Cornish charm. He also visits a slate mine that has been turned into a stunning off-grid retreat.Apr 8, 20269.0Apr 8, 202643m9.04343mOxfordshireRichie Anderson helps a couple branch out to fulfil their forest school dream. He also meets an innovative artist who creates masterpieces on a bicycle-powered sewing machine.Apr 13, 2026Apr 13, 202643m4443mSuffolk and NorfolkAlistair Appleton helps a couple looking for a characterful, dog-friendly home in either Norfolk or Suffolk for them and their whippets. He then meets a willow farmer championing the sustainable crop.Apr 14, 2026Apr 14, 202643m4543mWorcestershireGinny Buckley is in rural Worcestershire, with a tempting property line-up to fulfil the dreams of her escapees. She also meets a family who left London to start a brewery.Apr 20, 2026Apr 20, 202643m4643mSomersetA couple look for a Somerset home for their young family that has room for chickens, llamas and maybe a pig. Denise Nurse lines up some wonderful rural options.Apr 21, 20269.0Apr 21, 202643m9.04743mSuffolkJules Hudson helps a family from the coastal city of Southend-on-Sea find a Suffolk home with a holiday let, then stops by a boatyard which lovingly restores historic boats.Apr 27, 202610.0Apr 27, 202643m10.04843mCornwallIn the Cornwall countryside, Briony May Williams helps a Sheffield couple find a countryside home with room for their impressive collection of book and film memorabilia.Apr 28, 2026Apr 28, 202643m4943mSomersetAlistair Appleton helps mother and daughter, Diana and Millie, seek out space to bloom in the Somerset countryside and also meets a couple who have planted their very own vineyard.May 11, 2026May 11, 202643m5043mSouth West WalesNicki Chapman helps Carol find a new home for her and her husband to be near the sea. It’s an escape featuring homes with roses around the door and breathtaking mountain views.May 12, 202610.0May 12, 202643m10.0