Fern Britton makes 'difficult' revelation about dating after split from ex-husband Phil Vickery

30.03.2022 - 14:13 / hellomagazine.com

Fern Britton has touched upon her personal life two years on from her split from ex-husband Phil Vickery. In an interview with woman&home magazine, the former This Morning host confessed bouncing back from the relationship was "difficult".MORE: Fern Britton makes rare comment about the breakdown of her first marriageThe 64-year-old split from the celebrity chef in 2020 after two decades together and said that she turned to "yoga, meditation and walking" in order to help herself heal.WATCH: Fern Britton makes rare comment about her daughters"People say they bounce back from a long relationship, but it takes a while," she explained.

"The rebound is difficult. You chuck the pebble in the pond, but the ripples go on for a very long time."MORE: Fern Britton puts 13-year feud with Phillip Schofield aside with heartwarming messageREAD: Fern Britton recalls heartbreaking moment her marriage to Phil Vickery fell apartShe added: "It's been a long time getting to the dawn, but I'm in another brand-new chapter and do feel it will be all right.

I have a lot of peace in my life. I'm doing more yoga, meditation and walking – a bit of self-care."Fern and Phil announced their separation in January 2020 by posting the same statement on social media, which read: "After more than 20 happy years together, Phil and I have decided to go our separate ways."We will always share a great friendship and our lovely children.

We would appreciate it if our privacy is respected at this time. Thank you for your continued kindness and support." Fern with her second husband PhilThe former couple share daughter Winnie, 21, whilst the Ready Steady Cook presenter also has twins Harry and Jack, 28, and Grace, 25, with former husband Clive.The comments come