After years at the heart of London’s non-stop buzz, Ant McPartlin has quietly turned the page on city life, choosing the calm of leafy Surrey for his family’s next chapter.
The I’m A Celebrity presenter has splashed out on a vast new-build mansion on one of the county’s most exclusive private estates, paying more than £10 million for the property — a record price for the area. Insiders say the move alone is costing Ant over £1 million in stamp duty, underlining just how seriously he’s investing in a slower, more private way of life.
While the exact estate remains undisclosed, it’s understood to be in north Surrey, placing Ant within easy reach of London, Gatwick and Heathrow — ideal for his packed ITV presenting schedule. And he won’t be short of famous faces nearby either, with neighbours said to include Sir Cliff Richard, John Terry, Stormzy and Gary Lineker.
Ant, 50, and wife Anne-Marie Corbett, 47, welcomed their first child together just over 18 months ago, and Surrey’s reputation for elite schooling was a major draw. Prestigious institutions such as Surbiton School, Epsom College and Charterhouse School are all within reach, offering plenty of choice as the couple plan for the future.
Food lovers won’t be disappointed either. From Michelin-starred dining to cosy country pubs and riverside cafés, Surrey offers a refined but relaxed lifestyle — and for golf fan Ant, world-class clubs like St George’s Hill and Wentworth are practically on the doorstep.
The move comes just two months after Ant sold his Wimbledon home, following a tense planning dispute with neighbours over plans to fell protected trees. One local described the Surrey purchase as “all anyone is gossiping about,” adding that the sprawling acre-plus grounds mean he “shouldn’t have trouble with the neighbours any more.”
Financial worries are clearly not part of the equation. Ant recently signed a £30 million ITV ‘golden handcuffs’ deal with long-time TV partner Declan Donnelly, ensuring long-term security as he settles into family life.
Locals say Ant has already been spotted out and about with baby son Wilder, looking relaxed and content. One resident noted that he’s always happy to say hello, but added that in Surrey’s celebrity-packed villages, famous faces rarely cause a stir.
For Ant, the Surrey move marks more than a property upgrade — it’s a symbol of stability after years of personal upheaval, and a fresh start rooted in privacy, family and calm.
