Escape to the Chateau
Series following a British family through the process of buying and restoring a French chateau that has been empty for the past four decades. Dick Strawbridge and his partner Angel Adoree's new home has 12 acres of land, nine outbuildings, a walled garden and a moat--but it lacks electricity, heating, and water, and proves to be a far more complicated DIY project than they expected.
- 2016-2022
- 10 seasons
- HGTV
- Reality
- TV-PG
Series following a British family through the process of buying and restoring a French chateau that has been empty for the past four decades. Dick Strawbridge and his partner Angel Adoree's new home has 12 acres of land, nine outbuildings, a walled garden and a moat--but it lacks electricity, heating, and water, and proves to be a far more complicated DIY project than they expected.
Season 6 Episode Guide
11 Episodes 2019
Episode 1
Restoring the Dream
47 mins
The first of three specials revisiting the epic transformation of a 45-bedroom French chateau from a ruin to a sumptuous family home.
Episode 2
Designing the Dream
47 mins
This special edition of the show highlights Dick and Angel Strawbridge's creativity, with exquisitely designed rooms, stunning bathroom suites, and inspirational design tips.
Episode 3
The Great Outdoors
47 mins
A look back at how the Strawbridge family fell in love with rural life in France. With their children surrounded by nature and Dick turning the walled garden into a bountiful vegetable plot.
Episode 4
Winter Returns
Sat, Apr 10, 2021 47 mins
It is winter and time to return to the chateau. Dick and Angel build a new events kitchen with a half-tonne oven. There is a magical birthday party for young Dorothy.
Episode 5
A Boat in the Moat
Sat, Apr 17, 2021 47 mins
It is spring at the chateau and Dick has an ambitious plan to put a boat in the moat. Angel tackles some ancient wallpaper while Dick wrestles with an old rake in the meadow.
Episode 6
Weddings & Aviaries
Sat, Apr 24, 2021 47 mins
It is the wedding season and Dick and Angel are at their busiest while also trying to deal with a circus tent, two giant aviaries and planting water lilies.
Episode 7
The Party of a Lifetime
Sat, May 1, 2021
In the middle of weddings Angel organizes the wedding anniversary of her parents and Dick's oldest son giving a hand. Dick gets the family an Asquith Mascot van that he plans to transform into a family holiday van.
Episode 8
Camper Van
47 mins
It is the end of the summer. Dick and Angel host an event at the chateau featuring a fleet of vintage Citroen vans. Dick and Angel work on a vehicle of their own, an ex-wedding bus they call 'Mademoiselle Daisy'.
Episode 9
Autumn Renovation
Sat, May 15, 2021
Chestnut picking, as well as renovation of the Coach House. Phase 3 consists of converting the tack room to a grand entrance, which will have a staircase leading to Grandma's Cafe. The kids yearly growth rates are noted.
Episode 10
Riverboat
Sat, May 22, 2021
As Autumn arrives at the chateau, Dick and Angel start a new project, turning a 35-foot eight ton riverboat into luxury guest accommodation, with bespoke fabrics and decking.
Episode 11
At Christmas
Sat, May 29, 2021
After another very busy year, Dick and Angel prepare for Christmas at Chateau de la Motte-Husson. Dick with Arthur and father-in-law drive over 200 miles to the coast for a very important French menu item. The festive menu includes delicious home-made treats, and Angel creates some beautiful crafts. Dick treats himself to a very useful piece of equipment. They share their festivities with friends and family. Even Papa Noel makes a visit for the children.