Fans of the beloved Channel 4 show Escape to the Chateau have been sent into a frenzy after stars Dick and Angel Strawbridge shared a major update on new filming, alongside pictures that reveal just how much their children have grown.
A Snowy Sunday Announcement
The excitement began on Sunday, November 23, when the Strawbridge family's official Instagram account posted a series of photographs. The images featured Dick and Angel standing proudly in the snow in front of their French chateau, accompanied by separate shots of their two children, Arthur and Dorothy.
The post's caption read: "Hello to you on this Super Sunday! Christmas came early this weekend at the Chateau...Not only did it snow and Arthur and Dorothy got to catch snowflakes with their tongues. We got to film something rather special with the perfect weather conditions! We can't wait to share it with you. Have a lovely evening!"
Fan Reaction to the Growing Family
Viewers of the programme were quick to respond, flooding the comments section with support and astonishment. The most common observation was the striking maturity of Arthur and Dorothy, whom audiences have watched grow up on screen since the show first debuted in 2016.
One fan exclaimed, "Oh my goodness how grown up are the kids now," while another noted, "Such beautiful pictures, Arthur and Dorothy are growing up so quick." Another follower humorously queried, "Are you two shrinking, or are these kids getting real grown up," highlighting the rapid passage of time. Other comments celebrated the family's return, with one writing, "Cannot wait to watch the Strawbridge Family Christmas magic again! ! ! Thank you so much for coming back to us!"
The Return of a Beloved Series
This new filming development follows the major announcement made last month that Escape to the Chateau will be returning for a tenth series. The family confirmed the news in October 2025, stating they were "officially back in production."
In their announcement, the Strawbridges explained their decision to take a break from filming in 2022, concluding Series 9 with a grand celebration. They described how the family has now "stepped into a new era" with Arthur and Dorothy happily settled into college, promising that Series 10 would bring "more change and growth than the Chateau has ever seen."
They also hinted at a potential Christmas Special, confirming that the time was right to invite the cameras back into their lives. The family has lived in the 19th-century estate for over a decade, having purchased it in 2015, and continue to share glimpses of their life and the stunning property on social media.
Escape to the Chateau is available to stream on Channel 4 online.
