TV presenter Ant McPartlin has reportedly moved out of his £6 million Wimbledon mansion — the home he shared with his wife Anne-Marie Corbett since their engagement — and the truth behind his sudden decision is sparking major speculation. 
At first glance, the move seems connected to the couple’s long-running dispute with neighbours over their failed plan to remove several protected trees. But according to new insider claims, the real reason might be far more personal — and much closer to home.
From Planning Battle to Personal Turmoil
The couple’s troubles began last year when Ant and Anne-Marie requested permission to cut down six large trees on their property, including four cypresses, a yew, and a Weymouth pine — all protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO).
Neighbours objected fiercely, accusing the pair of trying to remove healthy trees for cosmetic reasons. One angry local wrote:“None of these trees are dangerous or diseased — it’s just personal preference. That shouldn’t outweigh community or environmental benefit.”
The backlash forced Ant and Anne-Marie to scale back their plans and promise to “build around” the trees. But despite their attempts to compromise, the issue became an ongoing source of stress — and, as one insider put it, “the beginning of the end.”
More Than a Neighbourhood Dispute
Now, friends close to the couple claim the tree controversy was only part of a much bigger story.
According to a source, the real reason for leaving may stem from “increasing tension” in the marriage.“They’d spent years building this dream home together, but recently things haven’t felt the same,” the insider revealed. “Neighbours and planning battles were frustrating — but that wasn’t the only reason Ant decided to move out.”
Adding fuel to the fire, fans were quick to notice that Ant’s new property is located not far from his ex-wife Lisa Armstrong’s home — a detail that’s set social media ablaze.“It’s too much of a coincidence,” one fan wrote. “He could live anywhere, but he’s chosen somewhere close to Lisa? Something’s going on.”
Others believe Ant and Anne-Marie may simply be taking time apart. The couple — who married in 2021 and welcomed their son Wilder in 2024 — have yet to comment on the rumours.
The £6 Million Dream Home He Walked Away From
Ant and Anne-Marie bought the grand Wimbledon estate in 2019 — a sprawling seven-bedroom mansion with a private cinema, study, gym, games room, and a swimming pool with Victorian-style changing rooms.
During lockdown, Ant even filmed Saturday Night Takeaway from his living room, giving fans a rare look inside the property’s modern interiors.
But despite spending hundreds of thousands on renovations, the couple’s relationship with the area — and with each other — seemed to sour.
A close friend said:“They poured their hearts into that house, but sometimes a place can hold too many memories. Ant needed a fresh start — somewhere quiet, somewhere different.”
History Repeats Itself?
This isn’t the first time Ant has had to start over. After his 2018 drink-driving scandal and his split from Lisa Armstrong, he left their Chiswick home — which he’d shared with her for more than a decade — and started again in Wimbledon with Anne-Marie.
That period marked one of the darkest chapters in his career, but also his comeback story. He entered rehab, paid a record £86,000 drink-driving fine, and later returned to TV alongside Declan Donnelly, with whom he’s now been working for over 30 years.
Fans React: “Something Doesn’t Add Up”
The news of Ant’s move has left fans divided. While some believe it’s simply about privacy and family life, others suspect deeper cracks in his marriage.“It’s odd timing,” one fan commented. “He’s had so much stability with Anne-Marie — why move now, and so close to his ex?”
“There’s clearly more to the story,” another added.
Meanwhile, Ant and Anne-Marie have chosen to remain silent, offering no public statement on the rumours.
A New Chapter — or an Old One Revisited?
For now, Ant McPartlin is said to be focusing on work, with I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! returning later this month. But behind the cameras, speculation continues to swirl about what’s really happening off-screen.
Whether this move marks a new beginning or an emotional turning point remains to be seen. But one thing’s for certain — after five years, one lavish mansion, and one very public love story, Ant McPartlin’s latest move has left fans asking more questions than ever. 
