Escape to the Country Nicki Chapman: Her marriage and inside stunning home
Beloved British TV presenter Nicki Chapman has been a familiar face on our screens for many years. Her journey to stardom began in the music and PR industries before she became known as a judge on ITV's hit shows Pop Idol and Popstars.
Now 57, Nicki has hosted a variety of television programmes, including Holiday, BBC Breakfast News, Holidays at Home, The Morning Show, Sunday Style, and the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Presently, she is best known for presenting Escape to the Country, where she assists prospective buyers in finding their dream homes in the idyllic countryside of Britain.
Given her profession, it's no surprise that Nicki herself lives in a beautiful and vibrant home with her husband. But what do we know about her life away from the camera and her personal space?
Who is Nicki Chapman married to?The couple have been married since 1999 are happy in love after 25 years together (Image: Instagram)Nicki is currently married to music executive Dave 'Shacky' Shackleton. Their paths crossed while both were working at RCA Records.
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"Sizzling hot day at Syon House. Best day of my life. Feels just like yesterday. [Photo] taken on Wednesday night. His birthday celebration and an England win. Peeps normally post romantic pics from exotic locations. We've gone for our back garden in West London."
The esteemed BBC Radio 2 host has largely kept her personal life out of the public eye, but in a rare moment of openness, she disclosed her ordeal with a 'golf ball-sized' benign brain tumour removed back in 2019. The resilient broadcaster thanked her husband for his support throughout her health scare.
Nicki with her husband Dave 'Shacky' Shackleton. They met during their time in the music industry. (Image: Instagram)Nicki spoke candidly to the Mirror, saying: "Fortunately, my experience was a good one, my recovery was amazing, but I still take one day at a time."
Embracing positivity, Nicki remarked: "I'm a very positive person, so to always put a positive spin on life has helped keep me going."
On why Nicki went public with her illness, she said: "I decided to speak out after my operation as I felt not only had I received the best care I could have asked for from my local hospital and the NHS, but also that my story may help others going through something similar," she shared.
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Inside Nicki Chapman's homeWanted Down Under host and Escape to the Country presenter Nicki Chapman has revealed a glimpse of her stunning home (Image: Instagram)Famed for presenting property shows, Nicki Chapman's London abode in Chiswick is every bit the sanctuary you'd expect. She lovingly speaks of her home as her 'oasis,' having recently transformed her garden into a serene remote-working haven.
Her contemporary kitchen, complete with television, sky lights, and a grand dining table, fits ten peopleNicki praises it as "a beautiful open, spacious communal area" perfect for gatherings.
She's always got a home improvement project on the go, from giving the hallway a fresh lick of paint to planting vibrant hydrangeas outside.
Speaking to House Beautiful Magazine last year, she divulged her need for a serene and cosy space to unwind after a hectic day at work. "I love my house, but it's also a home. It's not a showpiece," she expressed.
Nicki treasures her bespoke paintings by Sheffield artist Pete McKee, which take pride of place on her walls. "He did some personalised pictures of my husband and I, and they're probably my most treasured possessions at home," she revealed.
Her home's most intriguing feature?
A 'panic room' that's actually a large wooden chest with hidden storage. "We've got bird food, cushions and blankets inside. I call it the panic room because if anything ever happened, we would dive into it," she described.
Despite the opulent appearance of her abode, Nicki opts for "middle-range carpet" as a practical choice. She reasons that "the cheapest carpet is not going to last you and you'll probably get bored with the most expensive one".
Nicki Chapman cooking inside her spacious home (Image: Nicki Chapman/Instagram)Her home exudes effortless elegance, adorned with white furniture, wood features, and splashes of colour from rugs and cushions, complemented by gold and green walls. The garden boasts lush shrubbery, a chic terraced area, and inviting outdoor sofas.
Nicki revealed on her Instagram the significant role her garden plays in her life, saying: "This small but beautiful garden has helped keep me happy over the past 13 years, more than ever in 2020."
She continued to express her pride and affection for her green haven: "Proudest moment was when we were able to film in it for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. I gave myself a gold medal. It's my escape, my sanctuary, my special place."
Escape to the Country Nicki Chapman: Her marriage and inside stunning home
Escape to the Country Nicki Chapman: Her marriage and inside stunning home
Escape to the Country Nicki Chapman: Her marriage and inside stunning home
Escape to the Country Nicki Chapman: Her marriage and inside stunning home
Escape to the Country Nicki Chapman: Her marriage and inside stunning home
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