Beloved television personalities Dick and Angel Strawbridge have touched the hearts of their fans with a deeply personal and emotional social media update. The married couple, who rose to fame through their popular Channel 4 series Escape to the Chateau, shared a heartfelt tribute to mark their son Arthur's milestone 13th birthday.
A Journey from Chateau Renovation to Family Celebrations
The Strawbridges first captured the public's imagination in 2016 with their show, which documented the ambitious renovation of their French chateau and the development of their events business. The series concluded in 2022, but the couple has remained in the public eye, sharing glimpses of their family life away from the cameras. Dick and Angel are parents to two children together, Arthur and Dorothy, while Dick is also a father to James and Charlotte from his previous marriage.
Nostalgic Photos and Sweet Captions Mark a Teenage Milestone
This week, the focus was firmly on family celebrations as Arthur entered his teenage years. The couple took to their official Instagram account to post a series of tender photographs chronicling Arthur's growth from infancy to adolescence. One particularly touching image shows a beaming Dick cradling his newborn son, while another captures the couple posing proudly with baby Arthur.
In an accompanying caption filled with parental affection, they wrote: "Happy 13th Birthday to our darling heart, Arthur! It may be a cliche to say that every stage of a child growing up is just as good as the next, but looking back through our photos and remembering the love and the cheeky giggles, reminds us how true that really is!"
A London Curry and Leopard-Print: Personal Touches in the Celebration
The Strawbridges elaborated on their family story, revealing charming personal details that resonated with their followers. They recounted how "mummy and daddy nipped out for a curry in Whitechapel, London, during the early stages of his birth", and noted that Arthur still enjoys hearing this tale. To celebrate his official entry into teenagerhood, the family recently returned to East London, the area where his story began.
"No prizes for working out that this is Arthur's leopard-print era," they humorously added, signing off with: "Happy Birthday Arthur! Thanks for being you."
An Outpouring of Fan Support and Affection
The emotional post prompted an immediate and warm response from the couple's dedicated fanbase. Supporters flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages and expressions of admiration for the growing young man.
- One fan remarked: "Oh my goodness! So tall and grown-up looking! The little boy look is now a young man."
- Another added: "Congratulations, what a credit he is to both of you and of course himself."
- A third simply stated: "Happy birthday Arthur can't believe you’re 13."
Looking Forward: A Return to Podcasting
This family celebration comes shortly after Dick and Angel shared another piece of exciting news with their audience. The couple recently announced they are returning to recording their podcast, Chateau Studio, and will now be filming the full episodes for fans to watch.
In their announcement, they expressed enthusiasm, saying: "After a little break from the world of podcasting, we're back... it honestly feels like having a date with each other and with you." This indicates that while they cherish their private family moments, they remain committed to connecting with their public through new creative projects.
