Harriet Cowan, the 24-year-old farmer from Derbyshire, has quickly become a standout figure in the latest series of Clarkson’s Farm, even though she has only appeared in a few episodes. Stepping in for Jeremy Clarkson’s usual farming partner, Kaleb Cooper, while he toured, Harriet was invited onto the Prime Video series by Clarkson’s land agent, Charlie Ireland.
Despite the buzz around her appearances, Harriet has admitted that she may not return for future seasons. In a pre-recorded interview with BBC Breakfast, she stated, “We’ve always left it very open. I’m here if he needs me, but no plans at the minute. If he needs me, I’m here.”
Outside of farming, Harriet works as a nurse, and she confessed to being “shocked” by the attention her role on the show has received. “I didn’t realise so many people are interested in me and what I do day to day. I’ve never really thought of it as anything exciting. It’s just my little life,” she told BBC Breakfast.
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Her daily routine of working on the farm, heading to her nursing job, and returning to farm life has become a surprising source of public interest. Harriet shared how even casual encounters with people on the street often lead to recognition. “It’s absolutely crazy,” she said.
Harriet is keen to break the stereotype of what a farmer looks like. “Just because I’m a small blonde who likes to curl her hair and wear make-up doesn’t mean I can’t be a farmer,” she said. “It’s really important for me to change that stereotype about farming. But I’m definitely still going to farm—you’re never getting me off this place!”
Interestingly, Harriet had not watched Clarkson’s Farm before joining the series. She found Jeremy Clarkson approachable and non-judgmental. “He’s just another farmer for me,” Harriet said, describing him as “a flat peak cap and checked shirt, and all that.” She added, “Genuinely, that man just wants to achieve something with his farm.”
BBC Breakfast airs weekdays at 6 a.m. on BBC One. Clarkson’s Farm is available to stream on Prime Video.