Clarkson's Farm star Harriet Cowan has revealed she was rushed to hospital on Monday following a horrific accident involving a log splitter that resulted in her chopping off the end of her finger, requiring immediate emergency surgery. The 24-year-old television personality shared several graphic photographs of the injury prior to medical intervention, alongside an image showing her finger after it had been successfully stitched back on by surgical specialists.
Graphic Details of the Farming Accident
Harriet Cowan explained to her concerned followers that she had experienced what she described as a "run in with a log splitter" that led to the traumatic amputation of her fingertip. She wrote candidly about the incident, stating: "Sorry I've been quiet! Been a crappy week. Had a run in with a log splitter chopped the end of my finger off, but a quick surgery they stitched it back on!!"
The reality television star added that lambing season is now actively underway on her farm, and she extended heartfelt gratitude to the medical professionals who treated her significant injury. She specifically thanked the team at the Pulvertaft Hand Clinic, writing: "Lambing starts now. A big thank you to the amazing team at pulvertaft hand clinic."
Career Developments Amid Recovery
This serious accident comes shortly after the Clarkson's Farm star secured a brand new presenting role on Channel 4, separate from the hit Amazon Prime reality series that made her famous. The popular documentary program, which follows Jeremy Clarkson's agricultural adventures at Diddly Squat Farm in the Cotswolds, premiered in 2021 and has since produced five successful series featuring various farmhands and agricultural experts.
New Television Venture with Channel 4
Harriet Cowan has landed a presenting position on Channel 4's innovative new program titled "Tiny Farmers," which launched on the broadcaster's YouTube channel on January 19, 2026. She will be joined by comedian Jessica Knappett on this digital-first production that focuses on children learning about poultry farming and egg production.
An official press release detailed the show's premise: "Tiny Farmers sees Harriet and Jessica joined by hen experts Avril and Michael who are sharing how to spot a happy hen and giving insight into an egg's journey from farm to table. Meanwhile four children are challenged to become egg farmers of the future - from taking on a challenge about looking after the hens to showcasing their cooking skills, this digital content will see how the tiny farmers get on. Will they thrive or scramble under pressure?"
Industry Reactions and Professional Transition
Stephen Parnell, Digital Commissioning Executive at Channel 4, expressed enthusiasm about the new program, stating: "Harriet and Jessica's infectious enthusiasm brings to life, connecting brilliantly with our young contestants as they compete to impress both hens and hosts. Working alongside Interstellar TV and The Happy Egg Co. has been a joy, and I can't wait to share this hilarious - yet heartwarming - show with viewers."
David Williams, Managing Director at Interstellar TV, added: "Who knew that chickens, children and cooking would be the perfect recipe for a show full of warm-hearted competition and fun! Harriet, Jessica and our fantastic four Tiny Farmers of the future were on cracking form delighting not just hundreds of happy hens, but everyone watching too."
From Nursing to Full-Time Farming
Harriet Cowan, who originally worked as a nurse before joining the cast of Clarkson's Farm during its fourth series while regular farmhand Kaleb Cooper was absent, has recently made a significant career transition. The Derbyshire native confirmed last year that she has left her nursing position to pursue farming and television work full-time after developing what she calls the "farming bug."
She explained her career shift: "The cat's somewhat out of the bag. It's true, I am no longer nursing because it appears I got the bug. You definitely know what the bug is right, yeah I got the farming bug. And I've always had it, but before, you know, I didn't really have any other income."
Harriet further revealed that she plans to utilize her additional free time to develop her YouTube channel "Harriet On The Farm," which launched on August 31st. She clarified that while she will maintain some connection to healthcare through occasional bank shifts in the NHS, her daily focus has shifted entirely to agricultural pursuits and media projects.
The glamorous farmhand became a fan favorite during her appearance on Clarkson's Farm, where she assisted Jeremy Clarkson with various farming operations. Her transition from balancing nursing shifts with farm work to embracing agriculture as her primary profession represents a significant personal and professional evolution that continues with her new Channel 4 presenting role.
