Amanda Owen, the beloved star of Channel 5's hit documentary Our Yorkshire Farm, has broken her social media silence with a direct and urgent plea to her legion of fans. The shepherdess, known for raising her nine children on one of Britain's most remote farms, has been forced to address the public after an influx of attention began to disrupt the delicate balance of life at Ravenseat.
Taking to her official Instagram account, which boasts over 170,000 followers, Owen posted a candid message that cut straight to the point. She implored her supporters to refrain from sending gifts and letters directly to the farm, citing the immense logistical challenges it creates.
'Please, please, please do not send anything to the farm,' she wrote, her tone a mixture of gratitude and frustration. The reality of receiving parcels at such an isolated location, she explained, involves a gruelling 50-mile round trip to the nearest Post Office collection point.
The Strain of Sudden Stardom
This public appeal highlights the unforeseen consequences of her family's television fame. While the Owens have welcomed viewers into their world for years, the practicalities of their off-grid lifestyle are now clashing with their public profile.
'It is not as simple as a postman calling at the farm,' Amanda clarified, painting a vivid picture of the arduous journey required simply to collect the mail. This isn't a case of simple fan mail; the deliveries have grown to include larger, bulkier items that are impossible to manage.
A Family at a Crossroads
The plea comes during a period of significant change for the Owen clan. Amanda and her husband Clive, whose on-screen partnership charmed the nation, announced their separation in 2022 after 22 years of marriage. Despite this, they have remained committed to co-parenting their children and running their 2,000-acre farm together.
Fans of the show have been eagerly awaiting news on the future of Our Yorkshire Farm, which documented their unique life. While the main series has concluded, a new project, Beyond the Yorkshire Farm: Reuben & Clive, has since followed their eldest son and Clive on a new venture.
Amanda's message serves as a stark reminder that behind the idyllic television footage lies a working farm with very real challenges. Her appeal is a call for respect and understanding from the fans who admire her family's resilience, asking them to express their support in ways that don't add miles to her already demanding day.
