Gino D’Acampo has hit the headlines this week following “dozens” of misconduct allegations that span over a decade.
According to an ITV News investigation, The TV chef’s actions have been labelled as “unacceptable” and “distressing”.
The 48-year-old Italy-born personality has “firmly denied” these claims in a statement, asserting they are “simply not in my nature” and calling them “deeply upsetting”.
Known for his roles on popular shows like This Morning, Gino’s Italian Escape, and Gordon, Gino and Fred’s Road Trip, D’Acampo is a familiar face on British TV sets.
He lives with his wife Jessica and their three children in a seven-bedroom Georgian townhouse in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, which is said to be worth a cool £1.25million. The property features a living room with a large fireplace, mint green walls, Victorian-style furniture, a chandelier, and an antique painting above the fireplace.
As you’d expect from a celebrity chef, there’s also a sizeable kitchen complete with a grand marble island. Hoddesdon itself is a historic market town in Hertfordshire, close to the Essex border, and offers excellent commuter links to London through Broxbourne Station and Rye House Station.
Hoddesdon, a town conveniently located near the A10, offers easy access to nearby locations such as Harlow, Hertford, Ware and Cheshunt. This charming town is just a 35-minute commute from London’s Liverpool Street station, making it an ideal location for those working in the capital, reports the Express.
Hoddesdon boasts a variety of shopping facilities, including grocery stores, boutique independents, and a plethora of cafes, pubs, and restaurants. The town is rapidly expanding, offering its residents a pleasant lifestyle and a strong sense of community, all within a comfortable distance from the UK’s capital.
Hoddesdon exudes a relaxed atmosphere and is home to a wealth of well-preserved buildings, earning the centre of the town the status of a designated conservation area. Many of the town’s standout structures are clustered around the historic Clock Tower, erected in 1835 on the site of the 14th-century Chapel of St. Katherine.
The Clock Tower houses a bell gifted to the Chapel in 1510. From this central point, the main shopping area unfolds, where you’ll discover charming pubs and inns like The White Swan.
Situated on the main street, this Grade II Tudor-style timber-frame building is adorned with vibrant, flower-filled hanging baskets. Despite restoration, it retains much of its original character.
Another local gem is the Rye House pub, nestled in a picturesque riverside setting with a garden that extends to boat moorings.
Despite undergoing renovations, the establishment, which dates back to 1443, has managed to maintain its old-world charm and timeless atmosphere. To the east of the town, you’ll find the vast Lee Valley Park, a popular spot for walking, boating, water sports, and cycling.
Nearby, Paradise Wildlife Park provides a wonderful experience for kids, with animals housed in environments that closely mimic their natural habitats. The park is nestled in a peaceful bend of the River Lee, surrounded by the picturesque landscapes of Hertfordshire and Essex.
The entrance to Lee Valley Park also serves as the gateway to Rye House, a fascinating 15th-century building with an adjacent RSPB Nature Reserve. Recently, Hoddesdon has seen a rise in new housing developments, offering various incentives to draw in newcomers and help existing residents move up the property ladder.
The local property market offers a diverse mix, from purpose-built housing estates to stunning listed properties. Property prices in Hoddesdon are on par with the average across Hertfordshire, significantly higher than other areas in England with similar populations.
Rightmove reports that the overall average house price in Hoddesdon over the past year was £423,236. During this period, the majority of property sales in Hoddesdon were terraced properties, selling for an average price of £414,318.
Semi-detached properties sold for an average of £506,482, while flats fetched £231,500.
In general, the historical sold prices in Hoddesdon over the last year were 2% down on the previous year and similar to the 2022 peak of £422,663.