COLEEN NOLAN, 61, PREPARES FOR EMOTIONAL GOODBYE AS NEW ROMANCE BRINGS A MAJOR LIFE CHANGE — THE REAL REASON BEHIND HER DECISION REVEALED

STAFFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND — November 12, 2026

Coleen Nolan is preparing to say an emotional goodbye to the countryside home she once dreamed of owning, as the 61-year-old television personality embraces a major new chapter with her boyfriend, Ryan Brockbank.

The Loose Women star has confirmed that her six-acre farm in the Staffordshire Moorlands is up for sale and that she plans to move into a smaller property further south with Ryan.

But despite the headlines surrounding her new relationship, Coleen insists that love is not the only reason behind the life-changing decision.

In fact, a major change within her own family had already forced her to reconsider whether she could continue managing the property.

THE FAMILY DECISION THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING

Coleen purchased her countryside farm in 2024, fulfilling a long-held dream of having a home surrounded by animals, open space and nature.

The property became an important part of her life, providing a place where she could spend time with her family and enjoy a quieter lifestyle away from television commitments.

Her daughter, Ciara, 25, also lived on the property in a separate annex with her fiancé, Max, and their young son, Sid.

However, that family arrangement was about to change.

Coleen revealed that months before she met Ryan, Ciara had told her that she and Max wanted to move out and establish a home of their own.

The couple are preparing to get married in 2027 and naturally want more independence as they build their family life.

Coleen completely understood their decision and supported them.

But there was one major problem: without Ciara helping around the property, managing the farm alone would become increasingly difficult.

Speaking on Loose Women, Coleen explained that even looking after the farm together had been challenging.

“The dream of it has been everything I wanted it to be but the reality is really hard,” she admitted.

She also acknowledged that the demands of running the property alongside her television career and family responsibilities had become overwhelming.

A NEW ROMANCE AND AN UNEXPECTED FRESH START

While the decision to sell the farm had already been taking shape, Coleen’s relationship with Ryan Brockbank gave her another reason to embrace a different future.

The television personality went public with her new romance in 2026 after meeting Ryan through Instagram.

The couple have since enjoyed their relationship, with Coleen previously revealing that they have even discussed the possibility of marriage.

Ryan was reportedly concerned about Coleen giving up her beloved farm, and the pair explored different ways they might make their relationship work without her having to leave the property.

However, Ryan has a young daughter of his own and needs to remain close to her.

That family consideration helped shape their decision to find a smaller home further south.

Writing in her newsletter to Mirror readers, Coleen confirmed:

“It’s true the farm is up for sale, but I’d been mulling over the decision long before I met Ryan. I’m going to be renting a smaller place down south with Ryan, which will be a lot more manageable.”

She also admitted that she felt both sad and excited about the change.

“It’s a weird feeling because on the one hand, I feel sad to be moving on, but on the other hand I’m so excited for a whole new beginning.”

Coleen made it clear that even if Ryan had never entered her life, she would still have considered leaving the farm. The main difference would have been where she chose to move.

THE HEARTBREAKING DECISION ABOUT HER BELOVED ANIMALS

One of the most emotional parts of the move involves the animals that have become such a big part of Coleen’s countryside life.

Leaving the farm means she cannot take every animal with her.

Coleen has confirmed that her horses have already found what she described as beautiful new homes.

Her dogs and cats, however, will be moving with her.

The goats, ducks and chickens are expected to remain on the property with its eventual buyer.

For Coleen, finding suitable arrangements for the animals has been an important priority as she prepares to leave.

Fans who have followed her life on the farm will undoubtedly feel the emotional significance of this decision.

The animals were not simply part of the property; they were part of the countryside dream she had worked so hard to create.

A DAUGHTER STARTING HER OWN FAMILY LIFE

Another important reason behind Coleen’s decision is the changing relationship between parents and adult children.

She explained that Ciara had felt guilty about moving out, but Coleen reassured her that it was the right decision.

She understands that her daughter and Max deserve the opportunity to establish their own home without feeling that they are still living under the same roof as a parent.

Although the family get along wonderfully, Coleen recognised that it was time for everyone to move forward.

She said she was proud of her daughter for taking this next step.

The move will also allow Coleen to be closer to her son Jake Roche, 34, and his family.

A NEW CHAPTER AT 61

Despite the sadness of leaving behind a home that represented a lifelong dream, Coleen appears determined to look forward rather than dwell on what she is losing.

She has described herself as fortunate that Ryan came into her life when he did, offering the opportunity to share a new adventure with someone special.

Reflecting on the uncertainty of the future, she explained that she no longer wants to spend too much time worrying about what tomorrow might bring.

“You don’t know what life is going to throw at you and I’m at an age where I can’t wait for tomorrow.”

She also made it clear that if the new arrangement does not work out, she will simply find another way forward.

For a woman who has experienced marriage, heartbreak, motherhood and major personal changes, the decision represents another important turning point.

Her countryside farm may soon belong to someone else, and some of the animals she once cared for will begin new lives with different owners.

But Coleen is not viewing this as the end of her happiness.

At 61, she is choosing a fresh start, supporting her daughter as she builds her own family and giving herself the chance to enjoy a new relationship.

Sometimes, moving forward means saying goodbye to something you once dreamed of.

And for Coleen Nolan, the next chapter is only just beginning.