Amanda Owen, the beloved star of Our Yorkshire Farm, has shared a captivating update on her family’s ongoing renovation project in the Yorkshire Dales. Alongside her former partner Clive, Amanda is breathing new life into Anty Johns, a historic farmhouse dating back to the 1800s near Ravenseat Farm.
Acquired in 2020, the once derelict property was in dire need of restoration, with a collapsed roof and years of repair work ahead. Now, the Owen family has taken residence in the farmhouse, and Amanda is giving fans an insider’s look at both the renovation challenges and the family’s active involvement.
On Instagram, Amanda proudly showed her 10-year-old daughter Clemmy engaging in electrical work, emphasizing the importance of practical, hands-on experiences. “Practical hands-on experiences, nurturing natural inquisitiveness, and the satisfaction of problem solving and finding solutions – that’s what life on the farm provides,” Amanda explained. She noted that these skills are lifelong and transferable across all walks of life.
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She humorously added, “A bit of patience is all that is needed. It takes nothing but a bit of time to ignite their enthusiasm (and the burner hopefully).” Reflecting on the scale of the renovation, Amanda acknowledged the professionalism required for the many trades involved, from plumbing to carpentry, deepening her appreciation for skilled craftsmanship.
“Our own efforts are small in comparison, but who knows – this spark of enthusiasm might kindle a future vocation for one of the children,” she said with hope.
Fans quickly flooded the post with encouragement and admiration. Comments praised the family’s dedication to teaching essential life skills and celebrated Clemmy’s achievements. One viewer wrote, “Brilliant! Your kids will always know what to do, how to fix things, and survive!” Another called Clemmy “a little star,” while others highlighted the importance of hands-on skills for young people.
Amanda Owen’s update not only reveals exciting progress in the Anty Johns restoration but also beautifully captures how farm life is enriching her children with vital, lifelong abilities.