Quick Summary
Adrian and Serena, both new hosts, are trying to balance the demands of changeover days with ongoing renovations at the chateau. At the same time, absent equipment puts Kev and Tonia’s mobile art classes at risk of being seriously ruined.
About This Program ✦
The show centres on two inexperienced presenters, Adrian and Serena, as they step into their first major assignment. They're tasked with running a series of events while still finding their footing on camera, and the series follows their attempts to keep everything running smoothly despite their relative inexperience. They must coordinate with the crew, manage time pressures, and learn on the job, all while keeping a friendly on‑screen presence. In this episode they find themselves trying to balance the hectic turnover days with ongoing renovations at a chateau. At the same time, a shortage of essential equipment threatens to derail Kev and Tonia's mobile art classes, putting additional strain on the already busy schedule. The renovation work includes structural updates and interior design tweaks, which further complicates the schedule. The storyline underscores how the hosts' lack of experience compounds the logistical challenges, while the missing gear places Kev and Tonia's creative programme in jeopardy. Viewers see both teams scrambling to find quick solutions, highlighting the pressure of keeping the chateau work on track and ensuring the art classes can go ahead as planned. Both sides ultimately have to improvise, borrowing equipment where possible and reshuffling timelines to keep the projects afloat.
A New Life in the Sun broadcasts on Channel 4 HD at 4:00pm, Tuesday, 10 February 2026. (Subtitles)



