Kelvin Fletcher and his wife Liz have opened another lively chapter of their farming journey. Their latest episode of Fletchers Family Farm shows the messy, demanding, and unexpectedly tender moments that shape their days on the land. The former Emmerdale actor once played farmer Andy Sugden, but life on their one hundred and twenty acre Cheshire farm proves that the real thing is far tougher.

A Grim Task Leaves Kelvin Calling The Vet

Kelvin and Liz began the episode with a job that few viewers would envy. They needed to collect samples from their lambs for the vet. The ewes stayed calm. The lambs did not. Every attempt sent Kelvin in circles as he tried to avoid kicks, slips, and chaos.

Eventually he called the vet for guidance. The instructions were blunt. The vet said it required a glove and a single finger. If nothing appeared, a smaller hand might be needed. Kelvin tried his best, but the situation grew more awkward by the second. He had no choice but to call for Liz.

She climbed over the fence with a sigh and a spark of humour. She urged Kelvin to keep the lamb steady. When she realised there was still no sample, she joked about turning the tables and testing Kelvin’s patience instead. The uncomfortable task showed how far they were willing to go to care for their animals.

Trouble For A Set Of Twin Lambs

The mood shifted as Kelvin spotted a concerning problem with a mother ewe. The lambs were struggling to latch on. The lack of milk pointed to mastitis. It was a serious issue that needed antibiotics straight away. While waiting for the swelling to ease, the lambs had to be bottle fed.

Liz prepared the bottle with the same method she once used for their children. The process felt familiar and instinctive. It offered a calm moment in the middle of a stressful day.

A Touching Scene With The Children

A highlight came when Kelvin explained that their children are now old enough to understand more about farm life. Marnie and Milo proudly stepped in to help feed the lambs. He said they naturally adopted a caring role. He smiled as he watched them treat the small animals like fragile treasures. It was a pure moment that balanced out the harder scenes of the episode.

Recovery After Their Farm Fire

This episode arrives months after the family faced a devastating fire at their property. On a recent appearance on Lorraine, Kelvin and Liz shared that they pushed ahead with new plans despite the setback. Liz said they expanded their herd of cows and sheep. She mentioned that they even hosted their first wedding on the farm. It was a milestone that brought joy after a challenging period.

Kelvin added that more excitement is on the way. This season marks the start of sheep mating. He clarified with a laugh that the romance applies only to the animals. They are preparing their male sheep for the busy months ahead. If all goes well, new lambs will arrive in spring.