Few former child TV stars pivot as cleanly as Reuben Owen has. You likely first met him as the quietly capable son on *Our Yorkshire Farm*, but the 2026 version of Reuben is running his own groundworks firm, headlining his own Channel 5 series, and fielding more public curiosity about his love life than his digger work.
Age: 22 (as of Sept 2026) ·
Instagram followers: 109K+ ·
Business: Reuben Owen Ltd – Groundwork and Plant Hire ·
TV show: Reuben Owen: Life in the Dales (Channel 5) ·
Known from: Our Yorkshire Farm (Channel 5)
Quick snapshot
- Runs groundwork business Reuben Owen Ltd (The Northern Echo)
- Stars in own Channel 5 spin-off (Mirror)
- Parents Amanda and Clive separated in 2022 (Daily Express)
- Exact net worth figure is unconfirmed (The Northern Echo)
- Reason for split with Sarah is not officially stated (Digital Spy)
- Whether mother Amanda is in a new relationship (Mirror)
- Third series of Life in the Dales airs through June 2026 (The Northern Echo)
- New series announced for 11 Sept 2026 (Mirror)
- Marriage hints after 2026 reports (Mirror)
- Possible move-in with Jessica (Manchester Evening News)
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full name | Reuben Owen |
| Date of birth | c. 2004 (age 22 in 2026) |
| Parents | Amanda Owen and Clive Owen |
| Famous for | Our Yorkshire Farm (Channel 5) |
| Current show | Reuben Owen: Life in the Dales (2026) |
| Business | Reuben Owen Ltd – Groundwork and Plant Hire |
| Instagram handle | @reubenowen74 |
Are Ruben and Sarah still together?
No. Reports from 2026 confirm that Reuben and Sarah have split, with the relationship ending amicably. There is no official statement from either party explaining why, which has left fans speculating across social media.
- Reuben and Sarah are no longer together (Digital Spy)
- The relationship ended amicably (Mirror)
- No official reason for breakup has been confirmed (The Northern Echo)
Who is Sarah – Reuben’s ex-girlfriend
Sarah is a private individual who dated Reuben during his rise to fame. Little is known about her background, as she has maintained a low profile away from the cameras that follow Reuben.
What happened after the split
Following the breakup, Reuben has reportedly thrown himself into work and his new series. Friends say the split was mutual and that there is no bad blood, but neither party has given a public interview about the details.
The implication: For public figures in the early stages of fame, a no-drama breakup is the exception, not the rule. This quiet split keeps both brands clean and marketable.
Where is Reuben Owen living now?
Reuben still calls Yorkshire home, but the 2026 picture shows him stepping away from the immediate family farm spotlight into his own space.
- Reuben lives in Yorkshire (The Northern Echo)
- He works from a yard near his family’s farm (The Northern Echo)
- He has his own property but retains ties to Ravenseat (The Northern Echo)
Reuben’s move from Ravenseat
While his parents’ separation in 2022 shifted the family dynamic, Reuben has established his own base. His groundwork business operates from a yard, and he’s been open about enjoying the independence.
His current base for the groundwork business
The business, Reuben Owen Ltd, is registered as a groundworks and plant hire company operating from the head of Swaledale. This location keeps him close to the Dales filming locations and the rural clients who need his machines.
The pattern: Second-generation farmers and tradespeople often oscillate between family obligations and building their own identity. Reuben’s physical move is a visible marker of that tension.
Is Reuben Owen in a relationship?
As of summer 2026, Reuben is reportedly single. His previous relationship with Sarah ended, and a 2026 report indicated he was dating Jessica Ellwood, but that relationship also appears to have run its course.
- Reuben is currently single or keeping his personal life private (Digital Spy)
- No confirmed new partner as of late 2026 (Mirror)
Relationship status after Sarah
Reports from early 2026 suggested Reuben and Jessica Ellwood were an item, with a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway covered by the press. Yet by the time the third series was airing, those reports had cooled.
Public hints from social media
Reuben’s Instagram remains a mix of work and personal posts, but he has stopped sharing clues about a partner. Fans who track such things noticed that a “special someone” tag vanished from his bio in mid-2026.
The trade-off: A public break after a high-profile romance often leaves fans looking for clues. But Reuben’s silence on his love life suggests he is prioritizing the business over the tabloid headline.
What is Reuben Owen’s net worth and career?
Reuben is not a millionaire yet — at least not publicly. Reports estimate his net worth between £200,000 and £500,000, but these figures are speculative because his limited company does not publish full accounts on his celebrity income.
- Reuben runs Reuben Owen Ltd (The Northern Echo)
- Star in his own Channel 5 series (Mirror)
- Net worth is not publicly disclosed but speculated between £200k-£500k (The Northern Echo)
Groundwork and plant hire business
Reuben Owen Ltd is the foundation of his income. Operating at the head of Swaledale, the company handles groundwork, groundwork preparation, and plant hire for rural construction projects.
TV earnings from Life in the Dales
Channel 5 spin-offs typically pay less than the original series, but they provide steady work and a platform. For Reuben, the real value is the marketing boost for his groundwork brand.
Estimated net worth from public sources
Using Companies House filings and TV rates for similar Channel 5 programmes, the £200k-£500k range is a reasonable estimate. It reflects a young man who has converted screen time into a working business, not a lavish TV lifestyle.
Why this matters: For rural trades businesses, a TV show is a marketing budget that pays for itself. The exposure helps win contracts that dwarf the appearance fees.
Why did Amanda and Clive Owen separate?
The split between Reuben’s parents in 2022 was the event that reshaped the family’s public narrative. No single reason was ever given, though press reports at the time pointed to the strain of fame and the demands of running a hill farm.
- Amanda and Clive separated in 2022 (Daily Express)
- Clive Owen has a new partner (Mirror)
- Amanda has not announced a new relationship (Digital Spy)
Timeline of the split
The announcement came in early 2022. Clive and Amanda continued to work together on *Our Yorkshire Farm* for a period, but the co-parenting dynamic was complicated by the cameras.
Clive’s new partner
Clive has moved on with a new partner, though he keeps the relationship out of the spotlight. The press has respected this privacy more than it has for Reuben.
Amanda’s current partnership
Amanda has spoken openly about being single and focusing on the farm and the children. There has been no confirmed new partner as of late 2026.
The catch: For the Owen family, the split is a cautionary tale about mixing a very public job with the pressure of a farming business. It’s also why Reuben guards his own relationships so closely.
Timeline: Reuben Owen from farm boy to TV lead
| Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 2020-2022 | Featured on Our Yorkshire Farm as a teenager, learning farming and machinery work. |
| 2022 | Parents Amanda and Clive separate. (Daily Express) |
| 2023-2024 | Reuben starts his own groundwork and plant hire business, Reuben Owen Ltd. (The Northern Echo) |
| 2025-2026 | Stars in spin-off series Reuben Owen: Life in the Dales on Channel 5. (Mirror) |
| 2026 (summer) | Publicly known relationship with Sarah ends. (Digital Spy) |
What we know vs what’s still a rumor
Confirmed facts
- Reuben runs a groundwork business
- He stars in a Channel 5 show
- His parents separated in 2022
Still unclear
- Exact net worth figure
- Reason for split with Sarah
- Whether his mother Amanda is in a new relationship
Bottom line: The confirmed facts paint a clear picture of a young businessman on the rise; the rumors distract from what is actually documented.
Quotes: Reuben’s own words and family context
“I just got on with it, really. It’s my life, it’s what I know.”
— Reuben Owen, on his business and TV career (as reported by The Northern Echo)
“He’s found his own feet, and I’m so proud of the man he’s becoming.”
— Amanda Owen, on Reuben’s career (as reported by The Northern Echo)
Two voices, one theme: independence. Reuben has built a business that stands on its own, and his mother’s public support is a constant in his narrative.
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Reuben Owen: Frequently asked questions
Is Reuben Owen married?
No. Reuben Owen is not married, and he has no publicly known wife. As of late 2026, he is reportedly single.
Does Reuben Owen have a girlfriend?
As of the latest reports in summer 2026, Reuben is reportedly single. His previous relationship with Sarah ended, and his relationship with Jessica Ellwood was publicly covered in early 2026 but did not appear to last.
Who is Reuben Owen’s new girlfriend?
There is no confirmed new girlfriend. A 2026 report linked him to Jessica Ellwood, but the relationship did not seem to be current by the late summer.
Why did Reuben and Sarah split?
The split was described as amicable, but no reason has been given publicly. Reports indicate the breakup happened before the summer of 2026.
Who does Reuben Owen work for?
Reuben works for himself. He runs Reuben Owen Ltd, a groundwork and plant hire business based in Swaledale, North Yorkshire, as reported by The Northern Echo.
How old is Reuben Owen?
Reuben Owen was born in 2004, making him 22 years old as of late 2026, according to reports from The Mirror and The Northern Echo.
What is Reuben Owen’s net worth?
His net worth is not publicly disclosed. A 2026 report from The Northern Echo suggests an estimate of £200,000-£500,000, but this has not been verified.
Who is Reuben Owen’s mother?
His mother is Amanda Owen, the star of Our Yorkshire Farm, who co-parented Reuben with her ex-husband Clive Owen.
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Reuben Owen has turned a family farm show into a standalone personal brand, and the market is rewarding him with a growing business and continued TV deals.
For rural viewers and young tradespeople, Reuben’s trajectory shows that the gap between “TV fame” and “real business” is bridgeable when the business is real and the fame follows the work.
For Reuben Owen, the choice is clear: continue leveraging the television platform to grow the groundwork empire, or risk being remembered as just the farmer’s son on TV.
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Edward Davies Bennett is Editor-in-Chief and Responsible Publisher at Insight Britain, overseeing editorial standards, publication decisions and the corrections process.