Escape to the Chateau stars Dick and Angel Strawbridge delighted fans when they announced in October last year that their hit reality programme would be returning with a tenth season.
The popular series, which first premiered on Channel 4 in 2016, documented the family’s restoration of their derelict 19th-century chateau, which stood empty for 40 years. The show concluded with its ninth instalment in 2022, before returning to screens in May 2026.
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While the series is expected to arrive in the UK later this year, fans in South Africa now have access to the new episodes.
Sharing the exciting news on Instagram, Dick and Angel wrote in a joint post: “To all our South African friends, we have some exciting news! The new series of Escape to the Chateau is airing now in South Africa on @thehomechannel!
“Come join us back at the Chateau for more adventures, projects and family adventures,” they continued.
Sharing an update to fans in other countries, they added: “To our friends around the world – the series finishes with our Christmas Special, so you won’t be too far behind! We promise to keep you updated!”
Fans shared their excitement in the comments section, with one person writing: “So excited, we missed you guys on our screens.”
Viewers elsewhere were quick to share their anticipation, with one American fan noting they were “patiently waiting,” while a UK follower added: “Thought you were going to announce the UK. Oh well, best things are worth waiting for.”
The end of Escape to the Chateau
The show was originally due to end with its ninth season in 2022.
Opening up about their decision to end the series during an exclusive interview with HELLO