Alan Titchmarsh faces challenges with house sale in Hampshire
Alan Titchmarsh and his wife Alison are currently navigating difficulties with the sale of their Hampshire home, having recently reduced the asking price by £450,000. The couple originally listed their Grade II-listed, five-bedroom property in Holybourne for just under £4 million, but the market has proven challenging.
After moving to Surrey in December to be closer to their two daughters, Titchmarsh expressed that it was a “wrench to leave the Hampshire property but admitted it was time to downsize.” The decision to sell has not been easy, and the couple is now facing the uncertainty of attracting a buyer.
The new home features a one-and-a-half acre garden, which Titchmarsh describes as overgrown and overshadowed. He noted, “New gardens possess so many challenges,” as he begins the process of revitalizing the space. Titchmarsh is currently assessing which plants will be capable of flowering in the upcoming months of April, May, and June.
In preparation for the gardening season, Titchmarsh is monitoring the path of the sun, stating, “I am monitoring the path of the sun — at its lowest at this time of year — so that plants which require sun or shade can be catered for.” This meticulous attention to detail reflects his commitment to nurturing the new garden.
Additionally, Titchmarsh has found the best location for a greenhouse and has acquired planning permission for work in the conservation area surrounding his new property. This planning is crucial for ensuring that the garden can flourish in its new environment.
As he embarks on this new chapter, Titchmarsh will learn more about the potential of his new garden in the coming months. He remarked, “I will learn in April, May and June which shrubs and rhododendrons still have potential to flower,” indicating a hopeful outlook despite the challenges ahead.
While Titchmarsh’s gardening expertise may help him navigate the complexities of his new property, details remain unconfirmed regarding when the house will attract a bidder or if the price reduction will lead to a sale. The full extent of what will survive the winter in the new garden is also unverified.
Meanwhile, Titchmarsh’s popular Sunday morning magazine show, Love Your Weekend, returns to screens on March 8, continuing his long-standing presence in the gardening community, where he has presented the show for almost six years.
