The actor who plays one of Eastenders less sophisticated but always popular characters, Ricky Butcher, was featured in Through the Keyhole at the weekend. Much to the surprise of some viewers, Sid Owen was shown to have an amazing house in France. It just goes to show the difference in buying power between the UK and France. Find homes in France via our property portal. Sid Owen’s home has nine bedrooms, extensive and gorgeous gardens, and a very long swimming pool. The 44-year-old actor’s farmhouse in the south of France was a winning combination of French charm and boyish fittings, with a “m