Miles Owen has spoken about his father Clive 'slowing down' as he navigates his own future between the family farm and his brother Reuben's growing business. The revelations came in a repeat episode of Reuben Owen: Life in the Dales, airing on Channel 5 on Tuesday.
Miles Owen on Balancing Family and Work
Miles, the younger brother of Reuben, featured prominently in the latest repeat instalment, sharing his desire to become more involved in Reuben's groundworks and plant hire company. However, he emphasised the complexity of his situation, as he is also increasingly needed at home on Ravenseat Farm.
In an emotional moment, Miles told viewers: 'I really enjoy growing up on the farm. One of my jobs was doing chickens, collecting the eggs, looking after them, feeding them. I'm doing more work with the cows and sheep at the moment.'
He added: 'I've talked to Reuben about the digging side and me helping more and getting more involved with his company, which I wouldn't mind at all. But I've got to balance it because you know, Dad's getting on and he's slowing down a bit. So yeah, I've got to help Dad when it's needed, and can't leave him to manage, and then when Reuben needs it, and he gets stuck, so I need to help him, so it's about finding balance.'
Clive Owen Reflects on Turning 70
The episode also featured Clive Owen, who recently turned 70, reflecting on his future at Ravenseat Farm. In a prior repeat of Our Farm Next Door on Channel 4, Clive spoke candidly about being ready to 'pass on the baton' to his children. That series follows the Owen family as they work on the redevelopment of Anty John's, a project fraught with setbacks and hard graft.
Reuben Owen's Growing Business
Reuben first gained fame through Our Yorkshire Farm, alongside his parents Amanda and Clive. He has since focused on building his own livelihood, setting up a business in groundworks and plant hire, taking on practical, hands-on jobs that align with his upbringing in the Yorkshire Dales. Reuben Owen: Life in the Dales continues to track his journey as he establishes himself away from the family's earlier hit.
