Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild (2013) Season 20 Episode 6 - The Isle of Wight

Airdate: 2025-Feb-25

Episode summary:

On the Isle of Wight, Ben meets Gav, Lucy, and their son Bo, who have carved out their own slice of wilderness on a cliffside. Ben is captivated by their stunning sea view and the permaculture principles the family has embraced. He pitches in with caring for the goats and shovelling mulch. Gav opens up to Ben about hitting rock bottom in his youth and how meeting Lucy inspired him to turn his life around. However, their dream of living an organic and simple life has faced numerous legal challenges from sceptical neighbours over the years. And their situation becomes even more precarious when it's revealed that their clifftop home is at serious risk of a landslide. 

About Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild (2013) series:

Adventurer Ben Fogle gets a taste of extreme escapism in this brand new series meeting those who have turned their backs on the daily grind. Each w...Show more >