Reuben Owen has returned to screens for a new season of his beloved Channel 5 farming show, Life in The Dales. The series follows the young farmer as he manages a machinery business at Ravenseat, the sprawling 2,000-acre family farm in Swaledale, North Yorkshire. This season, viewers are getting a closer look at his relationship with his girlfriend, Jessica Ellwood.
Who is Reuben Owen's girlfriend?
Reuben Owen has been dating Jessica Ellwood for nearly two years. The couple met at a young farmers' convention in October 2024 and quickly hit it off. Jessica is also a farmer, working on her parents' Brough Castle farm, which is home to hundreds of animals. Both from farming backgrounds, they share a deep understanding of each other's lives.
Their relationship on social media
The couple often shares loved-up posts on social media, celebrating occasions like Valentine's Day, their anniversary, and spending Christmas together. Jessica has spoken fondly of their bond, saying, "Ever since we first met, we just clicked. I think it's because I'm from a farming background, so's Reuben." She added, "I just love him to bits. Love his family, [I] get on great with them."
Family approval and future plans
Reuben has revealed that his family gets along well with Jessica. In an interview with the Mirror, he said, "Mum and Jess get on well, they talk about sheep together, they all approve and they all get along really well." The couple is also planning to move in together soon. Reuben explained, "We're just waiting for something to come up. I've got to try and get a nice place, get a bit of a farm somewhere one day."
A setback on the show
During the season three premiere of Life in The Dales, Reuben and Jessica faced a challenge while constructing a new sheep pen. A post ended up in the wrong position, causing difficulty. Reuben joked about the situation, saying, "Have we decided who made the mistake, Jess or Sonny here? Because we're going to have to sack someone here." Despite the hiccup, the couple's teamwork and humor shone through.
