Who inherits the chateau?


Who inherits the chateau? Dick's firstborn James, 38, followed by Charlotte, 36, come from his first marriage to British engineer Brigit. Which child would eventually inherit the chateau has been a hot topic for years but James has finally revealed that it will fall into the hands of his half-siblings.


Who is Phil from Chateau life?

Phil is the 'big jobs' person at the Chateau and always finding the ingenious way to solve the problems quickly and cheaply. He can usually be found somewhere with a large power tool or chainsaw or turning old pallets into something useful for the events!


Does Angels mum and dad live in the chateau?

Dick joked: “Angela's parents live in the coach house, so we have the best childcare in the world which is an enormous help!”


Can you stay at the chateau DIY?

Many of the Château you have seen on Channel 4's Escape to the Château DIY offer accommodations either in the main house or in gites on the property. Thanks to their exposure on the Escape to the Château DIY series of programmes many get booked up very early so be sure to plan well ahead of your desired dates.


Who has sold their chateau from Chateau DIY?

Château La Perrière has been part of Karen, Paul, and their kids Thomas and Katie's lives for over sixteen years. And visiting and restoring their home has been a labour of love – and an adventure too. Now they've sold up and are moving on to the next chapter of their lives.


How long have the Strawbridges owned the chateau?

We found The Chateau in October 2014 and purchase was completed January 2015. Our neighbours include members of the de Baglion family, who have been nothing but welcoming and continued to maintain the property even after we had paid our deposit.