Escape to the Chateau
Overview
Dick Strawbridge and Angel Adoree embark on an adventurous journey as they trade their modest Essex apartment for a sprawling, neglected chateau in France. Tasked with revitalizing the grand estate, the couple faces the challenge of transforming its 45 rooms and extensive grounds into a beautiful home. Their determination and creativity are put to the test as they navigate the complexities of renovation, uncover hidden treasures, and breathe new life into the historic property. Will their dream of a charming French lifestyle become a reality?
Episodes
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1
Pig Roaster, Versailles Loo and First Day at School
The chateau is hosting its inaugural paid event, and Dick is determined to transform an oil tank into a pig roaster. Meanwhile, Angel is busy designin...
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Fishing, Foraging and an Elevator
Eager to grow their enterprise, Dick and Angel Strawbridge explore options like fishing in the moat, foraging in the woods, and adding a lift. Can the...
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3
Christmas at the Château
With winter settling over the chateau and the Christmas season approaching, Dick and Angel Strawbridge hurriedly tackle an extensive to-do list in pre...
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Only 20 Rooms to Go
The couple dives into renovating the remaining 20 rooms that require work. Angel purchases a run-down van. Meanwhile, what changes have the tree surge...
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Spring
Dick purchases a tractor, intending to transform the walled garden. Meanwhile, Angel creates a boudoir featuring sleek black walls and mirrors. The pa...
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3
The Wedding Season
With wedding season in full swing at the chateau, Dick and Angel are preparing for an avalanche of activity. Meanwhile, the state of the barn, the van...
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Glamping
Dick and Angel eagerly unveil their French chateau as they embark on a new season, setting their sights on crafting an upscale glamping experience. Th...
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In the Attic
Angel envisions a beautiful studio in the attic. She and Dorothy embark on a mother-daughter adventure to Paris. Meanwhile, Dick is occupied with work...
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3
Parkour & Turret
Angel transforms the chateau’s pepper-pot turret into a stunning series of rooms filled with exquisite beauty. Meanwhile, Dick launches a parkour fi...
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4
Peak Summer
As summer reaches its peak, Dick and Angel find themselves in the midst of a bustling events season. With wedding cakes starting to melt in the heat, ...
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5
Cafe Grandma
As winter approaches, Dick turns over the wildflower meadow, a decision that Angel isn't completely on board with. Despite their differing views, they...
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6
Harvest Time
As autumn arrives, Dick and Angel gather their pumpkins. They take a break for some fun family wheelbarrow races and dive into sprucing up the basemen...
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7
Escape to the Chateau at Christmas
Dick and Angel host a festive Christmas gathering to show their gratitude to everyone who contributed to the restoration of the chateau. The celebrati...
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Restoring the Dream
The episode revisits the remarkable journey of Dick and Angel as they transformed their dilapidated 45-room chateau in France into a luxurious family ...
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2
Designing The Dream
The retrospective on Dick Strawbridge and his wife Angel's remarkable renovation of their 45-room chateau unfolds, highlighting how Angel's artistic v...
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Living The Dream
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4
The Party of a Lifetime
Dick and Angel are gearing up for a monumental occasion: Angel's parents' 50th wedding anniversary, which means hosting over 100 guests at a grand cel...
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5
Camper Van
At the opulent French château, Dick and Angel Strawbridge find little time to relax. As summer wraps up after their busiest season yet and the last w...
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6
Autumn Renovation
With autumn setting in, Dick Strawbridge shares his expertise in conker collecting with the family before diving back into their renovation project. D...
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7
Riverboat
With the arrival of autumn at the chateau, Dick and Angel embark on an exciting new venture: transforming a hefty 35-foot riverboat into lavish guest ...
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8
Escape to the Chateau at Christmas
As the year comes to a close, Dick and Angel get ready for Christmas, crafting a delightful holiday menu filled with seasonal dishes. They also engage...
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Supersized Workshop
With a lengthy to-do list and no guests, weddings, or events scheduled at the chateau this year, Dick Strawbridge and Angel Adoree turn their focus to...
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2
Sloe Gin, Library & Ceiling Rose
As fall approaches, the Strawbridge family seizes the opportunity to utilize the natural bounty available to them. Dick is eager to craft his own sloe...
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3
Wash House, Trench & Vintage Bike
Dick and Angel begin transforming the old wash house into a bathroom for their boat, which is moored in the moat. As they dig in, Angel’s creativity...
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4
Orangery, Daybeds & Unexpected History
Dick and Angel Strawbridge embark on a project to restore the orangery, enlisting the expertise of a roofing specialist and utilizing reclaimed slate ...
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5
Pop-Up Restaurant, Orangery, Celebration
The entire family pitches in to construct an open kitchen and set up a pop-up restaurant in the orangery, marking Dick and Angel's fifth wedding anniv...
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6
Escape to the Chateau at Christmas
In this holiday special, the Strawbridge family discovers a 19th-century ledger in their attic that sparks memories of Christmases gone by. Inspired b...
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Gardening & the Coach House
Dick, Angel, Arthur, and Dorothy return with more delightful stories from the Chateau as they press on with the restoration of their 19th-century fair...
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2
Chateau Roof & the Preserves Cupboard
Dick and Angel dive into their most ambitious and costly project yet at the Chateau: overhauling the entire original roof with repairs, new tiles, and...
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3
Great British Garden Party
Dick and Angel host a garden celebration for Arthur and Dorothy's friends, featuring classic games like oversized dominoes and a treasure hunt through...
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4
Storage & Memory Furnishings
Angel devises a clever strategy to increase their storage capacity, while the roof re-slating is underway. In the meantime, Dick and Angel take the op...
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Secret Space & a Celestial-Inspired Sky Bar
Angel uncovers a sprawling attic that stretches the entire length of the chateau and reaches up to the roof's peak. While Dick is pleased about gainin...
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Colour Boards, Rendering & an Old Gadage
Angel embarks on a project to bring the Chateau's walls back to their former beauty, utilizing computer simulations to replicate the original color. W...
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Mollusc Madness & Key Moulding
As renovations progress on the chateau's roof and outside walls, Dick and Angel stumble upon additional problems. Meanwhile, Papi Steve attempts to cr...
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Escape to the Château at Christmas
In this festive episode, Dick, Angel, Arthur, and Dorothy embark on a whimsical holiday journey inspired by the charming town of Colmar in Alsace, nea...
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Atelier de Mariage
The Strawbridges are back with even more touching experiences and creative makeovers. As wedding season approaches, Dick and Angel get ready, bringing...
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Natasha and Victoria's Big Day
Dick and Angel are gearing up to host guests again, diving into a flurry of activities to prepare the chateau for a wedding. From weeding to cleaning,...
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19th-Century Folly Retreat
Dick and Angel rejuvenate a charming 19th-century folly nestled in their walled garden, crafting a distinctive haven for the entire family. The space ...
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Summer Kitchen
During the summer at the chateau, Dick and Angel are busy preparing for a wedding while also working on a new outdoor entertaining space. They design ...
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Bling Birthday Party
After eight long years, the peach tree in the enclosed garden is finally bearing fruit, and Dick, Angel, Arthur, and Dorothy are eager to taste the ve...
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Games Room and Hidden Treasure
Dick and Angel explore a previously untouched corner of the attic, sifting through dust and cobwebs to unearth hidden gems of the chateau, including a...
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Winter Garden Room
Dick and Angel set to work on crafting a winter garden room reminiscent of a conservatory. At the same time, the chateau buzzes with preparations for ...
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Escape to the Château at Christmas
The Strawbridges are gearing up for their grand holiday festivities, eager to express gratitude to everyone who has supported them throughout their jo...
