It’s the best of both worlds for Robson Green whenever he hosts Weekend getaway. Not only does he get the chance to introduce viewers to the beauty of his native Northumberland, but the Grantchester star also works with members of his immediate family, whom he takes on adventures in the series.
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Robson’s uncle Matheson and nephew Daymon hit the road in the North East for the show, and the actor’s girlfriend, Zoila, is often on set with the rest of the crew, capturing the sweetest moments with her camera. Keep scrolling to see Robson’s most adorable family photos with his loved ones…
Robson Green and his girlfriend Zoila
Robson met his girlfriend Zoila in 2016, after a chance meeting at the gym. Although the couple does not plan to get married, they have been living together since April of that year, and often work together on the set. Most of the behind-the-scenes photos from Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes are courtesy of Zoila, who is clearly a keen photographer.
© Anthony Harvey/ShutterstockRobson and his girlfriend Zoila
Although the couple are extremely private, in 2019 Zoila made a rare appearance alongside Robson at the ITV Palooza, held at the Royal Festival Hall in London. The loved-up couple held hands throughout the event, and Robson couldn’t have looked happier.
© GettyRobson and Zoila during the opening of the 2022 Tay Salmon fishing season
Like her partner, Zoila likes to go fishing and last year she and Robson attended the Tay salmon fishing season in Meikleour, Scotland. They were joined by Grantchester the star’s close friend, Jim Murray.
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Robson is extremely close to his uncle Matheson. In a 2016 interview with The Guardian, the 58-year-old revealed that while Thor’s political views differ, “I love him very much and he’s my best friend. He’s also the one who taught me to fish – my great passion.”
© BBCRobson took his Uncle Matheson to visit Hadrian’s Wall in an episode of Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes
As Robson’s “best friend”, it is not surprising that Matheson appeared on Weekend getaway Multiple times. On one occasion, the actor took his uncle on a scenic walk to visit Hadrian’s Wall and the famous Sycamore Gap tree.
© BBCRobson took his uncle Matheson to learn more about beekeeping
In the same episode, Robson also convinced Matheson to try beekeeping, and while he may have seemed nervous at first, Matheson quickly took to it.
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Robson Green and his nephew Daymon
Robson isn’t the only celebrity in his family! The star’s nephew, Daymon Brittain, is an actor and director with over 200 hours on air.
© BBCRobson and his nephew Daymon kept laughing in an episode of Robson Green’s Weekend Getaway
During Daymon’s appearance on Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes, fans could see his close bond with Robson. Like his uncle, Daymon likes to be near water, and the pair barely made it through an episode without taunting each other. In particular, the duo’s visit to a butcher shop in Rothbury had Robson and Daymon laughing.
In the episode, Robson’s uncle Matheson joined them and they indulged in campfire singing.
Robson Green and his mum Anne
Although she didn’t appear on Weekend Escapes, Robson maintains a wonderful relationship with her mum Anne, who lives with Alzheimer’s disease. As an inspiration to him, in a 2012 interview with Mail Online, Robson called his mother “the most beautiful, charismatic and intelligent woman I’ve ever met.”
He explained: “Her philosophy is, ‘There are a lot of beautiful people in the world and you should try to meet as many of them as possible’.”
To mark Mother’s Day 2021, Robson shared a photo on Instagram from one of his many walks in the countryside with Anne. The caption read: “Happy Mother’s Day to my kindest and most loving teacher and cheapest therapist I know. Sorry for driving you crazy most of the time mom.”
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