Escape to the Country Young Jack has signed for Chelsea’s under nines, now the whole family want to swap their Ruislip suburban home for the Berkshire countryside. Jack wants a big garden for his football practice, mom wants a heart of the home kitchen. 2026-08-16 Comedian Scott is looking for a new country home close to his favorite cricket club, Somerset. But with girlfriend Lisa likely to make the move too, should he spend £250k and live mortgage-free or spend up to half a million pounds on a dream home? 2026-08-16 Up until now the Kent family’s enjoyment of the countryside was limited to weekends. They’ve sold their home in Bristol and need to find a new country home fast. It must be in the Forest of Dean and have three bedrooms and a large garden—for £250k. 2026-08-16 Jules explores barn conversions and visits a timber factory. 2026-08-17 Alistair reviews thatched properties and learns thatching. 2026-08-17 Alistair explores equestrian facilities and visits a horse sanctuary. 2026-08-17