Fans of the beloved Channel 5 series Our Yorkshire Farm have received an early Christmas present with the announcement of a festive special starring Reuben Owen. The young farmer will return to screens in Reuben Owen: Christmas in the Dales, set to air on December 16 at 8pm.
A Family Festive Affair
The one-off programme will see Reuben, who viewers watched grow up alongside his eight siblings, preparing for the holidays. This year, he is joined by his girlfriend Jessica, his younger brother Sid, and close friends Sonny and Capper. The show promises a blend of heartfelt celebration and the trademark hard graft of farm life.
Reuben and Jess are planning their first Christmas together, with the ambitious young businessman organising a yuletide party at Jess's farm to thank everyone for their support throughout a busy working year.
Chaos Before the Celebrations
However, the path to festive fun is never smooth. Before any celebrations can begin, Reuben and his workmates face a massive barn renovation project, aided by Jess's father, David. In a classic Owen family twist, the duo also find themselves rearing a flock of turkey chicks, only to have to save the day when their intended festive feast decides to fly off.
The challenges continue as Sonny and Sidney are tasked with felling a Christmas tree by hand after forgetting the chainsaw, followed by a comical struggle to drag it back across a turnip-filled field.
Overwhelming Fan Support
The announcement from Channel 5 has been met with a wave of excitement from the show's devoted audience. Social media quickly filled with messages of support and anticipation for the special.
One thrilled fan declared it "some good news," while another simply stated, "Fantastic news. So looking forward to watching." Others commented on the couple, with one writing, "Great news, looking forward to it, such a beautiful couple." The sentiment was widely echoed, highlighting the strong connection viewers feel with the Owen family.
The special is set to conclude on a magical note, with Santa making a special guest appearance on a tractor-towed sleigh to bring joy to all. Reuben Owen: Christmas in the Dales promises to deliver the perfect mix of rural reality and festive spirit that made Our Yorkshire Farm a national favourite.
