River Cottage Australia

2013
4.6
30 reviews
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Season 1 episodes (8)

1 Episode 1
6/27/13
Season-only
Fifteen years after Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall moved into the first River Cottage in the UK, he's headed to Australia to spread the message of sustainability and to anoint an Aussie worthy of carrying on the River Cottage tradition. That job goes to former Tasmanian chef, Paul West, who'll set up River Cottage Australia on the picturesque NSW Far South Coast, with a little help from Hugh.
2 Episode 2
6/27/13
Season-only
With Hugh back in the UK, Paul finds himself alone at River Cottage and sets about getting his winter vegetable crop fed and that involves an organic fertiliser recipe that makes use of some of the farm's most unwanted products.
3 Episode 3
6/27/13
Season-only
With his cows, chooks and veggies thriving, Paul decides it's time to explore the nearby coastline and he discovers an abundant source of seafood delicacies. He meets a local lobster expert, and together they catch a crayfish brunch and Paul introduces him to a deliciously different way of eating them.
4 Episode 4
6/27/13
Season-only
With hardly any rain for weeks, and a malfunctioning water tank, Paul is suddenly faced with a farmer's worst fear - a critical shortage of water. His cows, pigs and veggies all depend on a steady supply, so Paul enlists the help of a local farmer to see if they can tap on old spring on the property.
5 Episode 5
6/27/13
Season-only
Paul's aim is to eventually make River Cottage totally self-sufficient - and he's well on the way. With his own herbs, vegetables and eggs and cream from Bessie the cow, he whips up his first ever "all from the farm" meal.
6 Episode 6
6/27/13
Season-only
River Cottage land-holder, Paul West, is keen to restore the gully which acts as a natural watercourse on his farm - but it's almost totally overgrown with blackberries. Paul learns he can hire a herd of hefty eaters to deal with the problem - but will they have the appetite for such a massive job?
7 Episode 7
6/27/13
Season-only
The local Country Women's Association ladies have a big job for Paul and there might be a sweet reward for him in return. If he can help them paint their headquarters, they've offered to share some of their well-guarded cake-making secrets with him. How will his Hazelnut Loaf Cake stand up against some of the finest in the district?
8 Episode 8
6/27/13
Season-only
It's been nearly four months since Hugh returned to River Cottage in the UK and left Paul to go it alone. But now he's back, and he's amazed at what he finds. The seeds of River Cottage Australia have well and truly been planted, and the future looks bright indeed.

About this show

Fifteen years ago, Englishman Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, embarked on an experiment in sustainability and self-sufficiency. The resulting TV series, Escape to River Cottage and more than a dozen series since has served as an inspiration to the millions of viewers who want to embrace a simpler, healthier life. Now, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is ready to take that experiment in downshifting and the message of sustainability down under, with River Cottage Australia.

Ratings and reviews

4.6
30 reviews
Ricardo Venero
October 8, 2021
It was a sad day for all viewers when River Cottage Australia ended. One of Australia's best lifestyle series ever. Paul West is obviously a great bloke who cares very much for the South Coast of NSW.
Rosalina Reardon
October 22, 2016
Very inspiring down to earth rural life. Well done Paul you're an inspiration. More success.
Eva Andrianopoulos
March 25, 2016
Could watch this over and over. We want to live like this