Clodagh McKenna in Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram

Behind-the-scenes of Clodagh McKenna's new Downton Abbey estate home show

Clodagh McKenna is letting fans in on life at Broadspeare House, her picture-perfect cottage, which sits on the sprawling grounds of Highclere Castle.

The Cork woman is letting the cameras into her home, which was gifted to her by an earl who just so happens to be her father-in-law.

Clodagh: Cooking At Home will see the chef prepare dishes from her 300-year-old home, located on the same estate where Downton Abbey was filmed.

Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram
Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram

The 51-year-old shared behind-the-scenes shots of the filming process, revealing that her husband, Harry Herbert, will also feature in the ITV series.

"Over the next two weeks, I’ll be sharing a little behind the scenes of life on set, from what I eat during filming to what’s on my wardrobe rail, my go-to beauty products, the animals’ starring roles, and plenty of moments from around the kitchen and garden," Clodagh told fans.

Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram
Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram

The chef's Hampshire kitchen has a vintage feel, as she has made a hobby of collecting antiques over the years, including her reclaimed butler sink.

She combines these features with trendy furniture, including plenty of pieces from British brand OKA.

Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram
Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram

There is also an accidental colour scheme in the home, as Clodagh often admits she is simply drawn to "different shades of green."

Her love of the colour takes on a new form when it comes to the home's sprawling gardens.

Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram
Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram

With the help of her husband, who is closely linked to the royal family, she has managed to create a sustainable farm of over 100 acres.

The farm is home to chickens, ducks, woodland pigs, cattle, and bees, as well as Clodagh and Harry's beloved pups, Alfie and Teddy.

Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram
Broadspeare Cottage. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram

The land also houses fruit orchards, wildflower meadows, and flower gardens.

The couple's manicured lawns will feature in the upcoming ITV show.

She shared one clip of a camera videoing her while she carried vegetables into her pickling shed, while another showed Harry sitting down for a meal Al Fresco.

Clodagh McKenna and her husband Harry Herbert. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram
Clodagh McKenna and her husband Harry Herbert. Pic: Clodagh McKenna/Instagram

'Favourite day of filming so far… Sunday date night with my husband,' she captioned the post, as a member of the filming crew fixed Harry's hair.

Clodagh: Cooking At Home is set to air on ITV in October, though the official release date hasn't been revealed yet.

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