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Edinburgh Live
19 hours ago
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Jeremy Clarkson vows 'I'm done' as he faces making 'horrific' lifestyle choices
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Jeremy Clarkson has decided to cease launching new business ventures after a sequence of "total disasters" with his pub and recent health issues. The ex-Top Gear presenter, aged 65, ventured into the hospitality industry by opening The Farmer's Dog pub in August last year, spurred on by the success of his Diddly Squat farm shop. Despite investing £1,000,000, Clarkson has been frank about the difficulties in turning a profit. As costs escalated prior to Christmas, he conceded to experiencing a "total disaster" and harboured concerns over recouping his investment, amidst criticism for his pub's steep pricing. In his column for The Times, he recounted various operational troubles, including theft of glasses, hiring "a whole team of chemically trained hazmat engineers" following an incident in the toilets, and lamentable turkey sales which saw only five sold. On top of the challenges in managing the farm and the pub, the Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? host suffered a severe health scare that led to an emergency hospital trip, narrowly escaping death. Discovering one artery was entirely obstructed and another nearly so, he underwent an operation after waking up feeling "clammy", with chest tightness and peculiar sensations in his arm. Clarkson has now emphatically stated his reluctance to engage in further entrepreneurial endeavours, reports the Mirror. Speaking frankly with The Times, Clarkson declared: "I'm done with business now. I am not starting another business as long as I live. "I don't understand it and am not motivated by money. I just want a good craic." These open words follow the TV star's serious health concern which involved a stent implant, narrowly avoiding a major heart bypass surgery. Clarkson has discussed his alarming health struggles, mentioning he was "days from death" after his condition rapidly worsened. Post-health scare, Clarkson is facing "horrific" lifestyle overhauls such as engaging in physical activities, lowering alcohol intake, and dietary changes, leading to a situation where he feels he's "not allowed to have fun anymore". Amid these revelations, Clarkson has also been candid about the financial difficulties faced while running his pub, detailing the pressure it has added to his life. He has shared with The Times his frustration over the hospitality industry, explaining: "It's galling to see how much effort is required to make so little money on the farm." Further venting his exasperation, he stated: "It's worse at the pub. The customers are coming. There's no problem there. But turning their visits into a profit is nigh-on impossible."
Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Jeremy Clarkson insists 'I'm done' after health scare as he makes huge decision
Jeremy Clarkson has declared he's done with business after suffering a 'total disaster' at his pub The Farmer's Dog, and a recent health scare that saw him almost lose his life Jeremy Clarkson has announced he's done with launching new ventures after facing a string of "total disasters" with his pub and recent health scares. The former Top Gear host, 65, dived into the hospitality game by opening The Farmer's Dog pub in August last year, following the success of his Diddly Squat farm shop. Despite pouring £1,000,000 into the venture, Clarkson has openly spoken about the struggle to make it profitable. With costs piling up before Christmas, Clarkson admitted to a "total disaster" and worried about getting back his investment, amid backlash for his pub's hefty prices. Writing in his column for The Times, he shared the operational nightmares, including stolen glasses, the need to hire "a whole team of chemically trained hazmat engineers" after an incident in the loos, and dismal turkey sales, with only five turkeys sold. Adding to the stress of running both the farm and the pub, the Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? presenter had a serious health scare that saw him rushed to hospital, narrowly avoiding death. He underwent surgery upon finding one artery was completely blocked and another nearly so, after waking up one morning feeling "clammy", with chest tightness and odd sensations in his arm. Clarkson has now made it clear that he has no plans for any more business projects. In a revealing chat with The Times, Clarkson has announced: "I'm done with business now. I am not starting another business as long as I live. "I don't understand it and am not motivated by money. I just want a good craic." These candid remarks come after the TV personality's recent health scare, which saw him undergo a procedure to have a stent fitted, narrowly escaping the need for a full heart bypass. Clarkson opened up about his health issues, revealing that he was "days from death" due to a "sudden deterioration" in his condition. Following his health scare, Clarkson has had to make some "horrific" changes to his lifestyle, including exercising, cutting down on alcohol, and changing his diet, all of which means he's "not allowed to have fun anymore". This comes amid Clarkson's honest confessions regarding the financial struggles of managing his pub, expressing the stress it has brought him. He previously expressed his exasperation with the hospitality sector to The Times, saying: "It's galling to see how much effort is required to make so little money on the farm. "It's worse at the pub. The customers are coming. There's no problem there. But turning their visits into a profit is nigh-on impossible."
Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jeremy Clarkson sends foul-mouthed response to David Beckham's text message
Jeremy Clarkson has told how he received an 'outrageous' text message from Sir David Beckham and made sure to give the former England captain a piece of his mind Jeremy Clarkson reacted angrily with a stern warning, saying "you better f***ing not," in response to a message from Sir David Beckham. The former Top Gear presenter had initially reached out to congratulate David on being chosen as a guest editor for Country Life magazine. Since retiring from football, the 50-year-old former England star has adopted a rural lifestyle in Oxfordshire, developing a passion for beekeeping and growing his own vegetables. However, after Jeremy congratulated David on his upcoming guest editor role, their friendly exchange took a turn. Speaking to The Times, Jeremy, 65, revealed: "I said congratulations and he replied, 'Thanks for your message; not official yet, but if it happens I'll have a nice pint of Stella.'" Jeremy, who has also embraced rural life at his Diddly Squat Farm, took umbrage with David's choice of celebratory drink, given his own brewery, Hawkstone, which he launched with business partner John Hornby in 2021. He has since expanded his venture by purchasing a nearby pub, now known as The Farmer's Dog. In response to David's mention of Stella, Jeremy shot back: "You had better f***ing not," reports Gloucestershire Live. He added: "If he is going to drink anything that's not Hawkstone, it should be Beck's." John quizzed whether the 115-cap footballer is "from a long line of Belgian farmers," casting doubt over his choice of a Danish lager. David Beckham, fresh from receiving his knighthood, is set to guest edit an upcoming issue of Country Life magazine, where he will share his favourite recipes, craftspeople, and rural champions. Speaking about the opportunity, Beckham expressed his enthusiasm: "I am honoured to have been invited to guest edit an edition of a magazine that I have always admired and read." He's eager to work with the editorial team: "I am really looking forward to working with the editorial team to produce an issue that will celebrate what the countryside and the great British landscape means to me and my family." Nestled in Oxfordshire, Beckham lives near Jeremy Clarkson and has been a regular at the Diddly Squat Farm Shop, much to the delight of local staff and customers. Lisa Hogan, Jeremy Clarkson's partner, disclosed how Beckham would brighten up Sundays for the shop girls, popping in to grab milk with his daughter Harper: "He comes in every Sunday with his daughter to get the milk." Gerald Cooper, known for his role on Clarkson's Farm alongside Kaleb Cooper, has even shared a moment with Beckham, with a photo of them together gaining viral attention after Jeremy posted it, captioned simply: "Gerald. And another man."
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeremy Clarkson admits to struggling with pub business
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed that the pub he recently opened will be his last entrepreneurial venture as he 'doesn't understand' business. The Grand Tour star, whose Prime Video series Clarkson's Farm is one of the service's most-streamed TV shows, extended his business empire in July 2024, taking over rural country pub The Windmill in Asthall – a 'village boozer' on five acres of countryside near Burford. He made the purchase after finding success with his now-famous, 1000-acre Diddly Squat farm and accompanying shop, which is run by the TV personality's wife, Lisa Hogan. The purchase of his pub, which is called The Farmer's Dog, features in the latest series of Clarkson's Farm – but he has now ruled out any similar ventures in the future. 'I'm done with business now,' he said in a new interview with The Times. 'I am not starting another business as long as I live.' Clarkson admitted: 'I don't understand it and am not motivated by money. I just want a good craic.' The TV personality is now producing a TV series showcasing his efforts to be a pub landlord – much in the same way Clarkson's Farm shows his travails of running Diddly Squat. But his efforts in purchasing the boozer were revealed in Clarkson's Farm, which unveiled the hilarious meaning of its name, The Farmer's Dog, in the latest season. In episode four, Clarkson is shown reading through documentation received from the lawyer handling the pub's purchase, and he learns that the surrounding Oxfordshire area is regularly frequented by people who enjoy having sex in semi-secluded public spaces. The episode shows Clarkson discover that the entirety of the pub's garden area is designated by the council as 'a picnic site' – a detail that he said became 'blurred and confusing' when he continued to read through the file. After calling his lawyer, Clarkson is told that the site previously attracted some 'unwanted and anti-social behaviour' that 'might put you off eating your picnic'. When Clarkson asked if this activity was centred around the public toilets, the lawyer said: 'We have happened upon some quite interesting photographs which capture certain graffiti and certain goings-on.' Upon inspecting the area, Clarkson discovered the activity was still going on, after finding underwear strewn about in trees. Clarkson first revealed the dogging revelation in a video shared on Instagram that saw him standing outside the pub, holding up a stick with a pair of black and pink knickers dangling off the end. He wrote: 'Tell me you bought a pub on a dogging site without telling me you bought a pub on a dogging site.' He also said he was surprised that West Oxfordshire district council approved his plans to transform the 'famous dogging site' that is 'full of dead rats' into a 'fun' village watering hole.
The Sun
21 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Stunning convertible that Jeremy Clarkson says has ‘most brilliant engine' is being ‘AXED' after 7 years
AN iconic convertible that Jeremy Clarkson praised for having the 'most brilliant engine' is reportedly being axed after seven years. According to Japanese outlet Creative Trend, the beloved Lexus LC 500 is nearing the end of its production. 4 4 Despite the LC being heralded as one of the best-looking motors of the modern era by car lovers, the LC will reportedly be discontinued after the 2026 model year. The popular Japanese manufacturer has been selling the convertible since 2018. TFL car explained that while the LC has received a few minor updates along the way, what makes the motor is the styling, as well as its 471-horsepower 6.0-liter V8. Clarkson told The Sunday Times that the LC's engine "is just the most brilliant," in 2020 The ex Top Gear star said: "The Lexus sets off on a creamy, seamless wave of horsepower, which fills your head with serotonin and dopamine and all the other brain chemicals you need to stay alive and intelligent." He has also praised the Lexus 5-litre V8 engine before when it was used in the GS F. According to The Sunday Times, he likened the engine's sound to a "lonely wolf," and said he "liked it a very lot." Creative Trend reported that the automaker is sending out the LC in the home market with a special 'Pinnacle Edition' Lexus are only planning to manufacture 100 units each of the coupe and convertible, which will reportedly go to Japanese customers. It plans to sell half of the limited run to current interested owners, and the other half to the general public. New Nissan Leaf tested - it's bigger, better and goes further According to the report, the coupe will have a matte silver look, while the convertible will be a Neutrino Gray with a sand-coloured top, however, images of the new vehicle are yet to be released. It has also been reported that this edition will come with a carbon fibre rear spoiler, red break calipers, and distinct 21-inch alloy wheels. This will be their last car to come out with a V8 engine In response to this discontinuation, Yahoo autos said: 'Far too many V8 cars are disappearing these days, including the Lexus LC 500, if a new report is to be believed. 'While it is sad news we would love not to be true, the writing has been on the wall for a while, so we are not surprised.' 4
