Reuben Owen has issued a 'sad' update on the future of his Channel 5 series, Life in the Dales, as the season finale approaches. The young farmer, who rose to fame on Our Yorkshire Farm alongside his parents Amanda and Clive, has been sharing the highs and lows of his business in Swaledale, North Yorkshire, since 2024.
Final Episode Airs June 30
The last episode of the current season airs on Tuesday, June 30, with Reuben confirming the news on social media. The Life in the Dales team posted: 'Can't believe it's the last episode of the series… where have the last 8 weeks gone? It's been an incredible series, and we've been genuinely blown away by all the lovely comments and support you've given us along the way.'
The episode focuses on lambing, described as 'one of the busiest, most emotional and rewarding times in the farming calendar.' The team added: 'Hope you all enjoy it, we'll be back soon! Remember you can catch up on all the series so far at www.channel5.com.'
Fans React to the News
Several fans expressed disappointment at the season's end. One replied: 'We want more we want more I absolutely love this series.' Another said: 'Oh man. Not the last. That's sad. Thank you for sharing everything with us. Joy. X' A third wrote: 'Can't wait to watch it in-between the tennis. We've really enjoyed the series and look forward to the next one.'
Another fan echoed: 'Aww, l can't believe tonight is the last in this series! It's been lovely to watch you all working so hard, hurry up and make some more for us to watch!!!' Someone else commented: 'There is never enough time with Reuben, his friends and family. The only remaining "Must See TV".'
Emotional Season Highlights
This series has been particularly emotional, with Reuben, his girlfriend Jess, and friends Sonny and Capper facing challenging weather conditions. Sonny and Capper tearfully opened up about their mental health and the devastating deaths of loved ones. The two later shared gratitude for fans' support, which included donations to a men's mental health charity.
Capper said: 'I hope you all enjoyed watching our show on Tuesday night, it was a hard one to film but it's been well-worth doing. The positive feedback that we've had has been unreal.' He added: 'It struck a chord, it really did. I sound soft again but thank you very much, what we've raised so far has been brilliant.'
He echoed Sonny's words that 'every little helps', marking more than £4,000 in donations and stating: 'You may be proud of us but we're proud of you.'
Reuben Owen: Life in the Dales is available to watch on Channel 5.
