Escape to the Country

In Shropshire, Chris Bavin assists a couple as they look for a new home. He also encounters a local chef who prepares seasonal, locally sourced dishes, many of which the chef forages himself. The chef’s menu showcases the area’s produce and wild ingredients.

Shropshire (Extended Version) is a television programme presented as an episode‑style feature. It follows a familiar format of a presenter guiding participants through a particular pursuit, set against the backdrop of the English county of Shropshire. The show blends property‑search elements with a focus on local food culture. In this instalment, presenter Chris Bavin assists a couple who are looking to purchase a new home in the county. While accompanying them on viewings and offering advice, he also spends time with a local chef who champions seasonal, locally‑sourced produce, much of which the chef gathers himself from the surrounding countryside. The property‑search portion sees Bavin touring a range of houses, highlighting the advantages of living in Shropshire and helping the couple weigh the practicalities of each option. His involvement is hands‑on, providing insight into what makes a suitable family home in a rural setting and pointing out features that align with the couple’s needs. The culinary segment introduces the chef’s commitment to using ingredients that are both seasonal and locally obtained. A significant part of the chef’s menu comes from foraged items, showcasing the region’s natural bounty and illustrating how the local landscape can directly influence the kitchen. Bavin’s interaction with the chef underscores the close relationship between the area’s food traditions and its environment.