Fletchers' Family Farm returning to ITV after Kelvin Fletcher and his brood pull in record audience figures

Viewers are chomping at the bit to have them back on TV
Natasha Rigler

Kelvin Fletcher and his brood are once again letting the cameras back into their family farm after pulling in record numbers of viewers.

The former Emmerdale actor, his wife Liz and their kids have impressed ITV bosses so much they are returning for more.

It has been confirmed that two more series of Fletchers’ Family Farm will be made due to popular demand.

Fletchers’ Family Farm will be back after record success (Credit: ITV)

ITV says it is the “the best performing title” in its Sunday slot for the last decade. Impressive, or what?!

Fletchers’ Family Farm returning for two more series

Fletchers’ Family Farm began airing in 2023 and fans have so far tuned into four series of the clan’s antics.

This year alone, the reality show has been watched 6.3million times on ITV’s streaming platform, ITVX.

It has also earned the Fletchers a huge nod at his year’s National Television Awards. Fletchers’ Family Farm is nominated for Best Reality Docuseries. They will find out in September if they’ve won.

The cosy programme follows Kelvin, Liz and their four children as they navigate new life as farmers. It’s the life they have always dreamed of, but there is plenty of sacrifices and hard graft along the way.

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Given its huge popularity with fans, Fletchers’ Family Farm will continue to air new episodes into 2027.

Leanne Clarke, Assistant Commissioner, ITV Entertainment & Daytime, said: ‘”The response to this show has been incredible, so we’re thrilled to return to the farm for two more series.

“The show continues to capture family life in all its chaos and charm and there’s plenty more laughter, hard work and unforgettable moments still to come.”

Fletchers’ Family Farm has also been nominated for a National Television Award (Credit: ITV)

Kelvin and Liz Fletcher react to show news

Newfound farmers Kelvin and Liz are thrilled at the latest news about the future of their show.

The couple said: “We’re delighted to be returning for series five and six, what started as a simple desire to share our family’s journey has grown into something far bigger than we ever imagined.

“We’d like to thank ITV for their continued support and belief in the series and Daisybeck Studios for creating such a true account of our lives.”

Fans, meanwhile, are just desperate to have them back. A start date for series 5 is yet to be confirmed. It’s hoped it will return to screens later this year.

One viewer wrote on Instagram: “Sundays just aren’t the same without a new series on the TV. Pleasssssseee hurry back!!”

Another added: “Your family programmes are one of the best on tv, thank you, such a genuine lovely hard working family.”

And a third penned: “Missing watching you both and your beautiful family!”

TVGuide will let you know as soon as a return date for Fletchers’ Family Farm is announced. In the meantime, all episodes from series 1-4 can be watched on ITVX.

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Fletchers’ Family Farm is currently available to watch on ITVX and STV Player