TV star Alex Jones recently shared some devastating news that’s left her family heartbroken. While settling into their new countryside home perfect for raising kids amid nature, Alex and her husband Charlie Thomson, along with their children Ted, Kit, and Annie, embraced the joys of gardening and even welcomed a beloved flock of chickens to their household, affectionately naming their coop “Cluckingham Palace.”
However, the family faced a tough blow when a tragic incident wiped out their feathered friends. Alex revealed that forgetting to close the coop door overnight led to their chickens falling prey to a fox or perhaps a badger. “They were born at home, and we loved them dearly,” she shared, noting how hard it has hit both the parents and the children. “Charlie woke up with a feeling something was wrong—it was just horrific.”
Despite the sad loss, the Jones family is looking to the future with hope. They plan to adopt new chickens and are considering installing an automatic coop door to prevent such mishaps. Alex also reached out for advice on how to go about adopting more chickens to fill the void left by their much-loved flock.
The move to their current home in Berkshire was a thoughtful decision, taking four years to find the perfect spot. Alex has often explained it was all about the kids having “space to play outside and grow up in nature.” Even amidst heartache, the commitment to living sustainably and appreciating simpler joys remain at the heart of their family life.
Our hearts go out to Alex and her family as they navigate this tough time, and we’re sure more chicken adventures are on the horizon for the welcoming family at Cluckingham Palace.