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Yahoo
a day 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.
Yahoo
a day 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
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Clarkson's Farm gives update on fan-favourite star and they look VERY different
CLARKSON'S Farm fans have been left stunned after being given an update on a fan-favourite show star. The Diddly Squat Farm Instagram account left viewers of the Prime Video show gobsmacked when it uploaded a brand new video of one character looking very different. 5 5 Richard Ham, Jeremy Clarkson 's micro-pig, appeared to have more than doubled in size since being introduced to fans on the programme during the latest series. Jezza affectionately named the pig after his former Top Gear co-star Richard Hammond who took a trip to the Oxfordshire farm for the programme. Whilst Richard Ham was then rather a small pig - the new clip has proved that things are all change for the farmyard animal. Alongside a video clip of the pig sniffing and snorting around, a caption read: "Look who it is!!! It's Richard 'porker' Ham." Fans were left shocked at his size as they begged Jezza and his girlfriend Lisa Hogan to keep the pig and look after him as they begged for him not to be turned into meat. One person said: "Yayy! I'm so glad Richard Ham is still with you, keep him forever!" Another added: "Oh Hurrah! Richard Ham is still around - please keep him or let him go to a petting farm, where he can live a happy life." A third then said: "He's gorgeous…. Please don't send me off to the meat packers….. please, please, please keep him….. "I'm not a veggie either but I do love him." Before someone else chimed in: "Blimey not so little Richard anymore." Jeremy Clarkson brings back beloved part of Clarkson's Farm after U-turn Jeremy previously revealed that he would be keeping the pig at the farm in order for it to make friends with the female pigs he owned. He confessed he was hoping Richard was able to get the next lot of female pigs 'in the mood' — and is likened to late Playboy boss Hugh Hefner. Jeremy says: 'The problem is, if he goes on the lorry, he's killed and all we get in return is chipolata and a pork chop the size of a walnut. 'If he stays here, we've got to feed him for no reason. 'And that's not farming. 'But the next lot of sows, we're going to use artificial insemination on them, to make them pregnant. 'But we can't do that until they get in heat and they won't get in heat unless there's man pig nearby. 'So why don't we keep him as the farm's man pig, to get the ladies in the mood? 'Good old Richard Ham — you could be Hugh Hefner now!' Clarkson's Farm series guide By Conor O'Brien, TV Reporter Clarkson's Farm airs on Prime Video and follows TV personality Jeremy Clarkson as he manages his Diddly Squat Farm in the Cotswolds. Three series have been released to date and here is an overview of what has happened so far. Series 1 Jeremy takes over the day-to-day running of the newly renamed Diddly Squat Farm. Lisa Hogan, Kaleb Cooper, "Cheerful Charlie" Ireland and Gerald Cooper are also introduced. Jeremy starts to assemble what he needs for his farm - as well as laying the groundwork for things to come later. He buys key equipment including a tractor and cultivator, as well as taking on sheep and opening a farm shop. Jeremy takes over the day-to-day running of the newly renamed Diddly Squat Farm. Series 2 This series sees Jeremy look for ways to increase the farm's revenue. One such example is bringing in a herd of cows although this isn't without its issues. Jeremy also had the idea to convert the abandoned lambing barn into a restaurant where he could sell his meat from the farm. For this plan to move forward, he had to get planning permission from the local council. Viewers also meet Pepper, a heifer among the herd who ultimately becomes the star's favourite. Series 3 The third series contained some of the show's most emotional moments to date. In heartbreaking scenes, dozens of newborn piglets died as a result of overlaying - their mother rolling on to them. Jeremy said goodbye to his favourite pig - the Baroness - after she developed cancer and needed to be put down. Dry stonewall expert and "head of security" Gerald Cooper was diagnosed with cancer. Jeremy and Kaleb began a competition between themselves - with Kaleb looking after the arable side and Jeremy taking the non-arable elements. Fellow farmers - and famous faces - Andy Cato and George Lamb appear in this series 5 5
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeremy Clarkson's girlfriend Lisa Hogan sacked from pub job
Jeremy Clarkson's girlfriend, Lisa Hogan, has revealed that she was sacked from her job at a pub. The Irish actress and model began dating the former Top Gear and Grand Tour host back in 2017 and regularly appears on Clarkson's Farm. Series four of the documentary show was released across May and June this year, with eight new episodes dropping on Prime Video. READ MORE: Clarkson's Farm star announces new venture after leaving show Jeremy Clarkson and Lisa Hogan at Cheltenham Festival. (Image: Andrew Matthews/PA) One of the main topics covered was Mr Clarkson's £1,000,000 takeover of The Windmill pub in Asthall near Burford. Renamed The Farmer's Dog, the Cotswolds boozer opened to the public last August and saw a huge effort from the team, including Ms Hogan, to get it ready in time. The 51-year-old has now revealed that she was once sacked for a job at a pub in Australia, according to the Daily Star. READ MORE: Jeremy Clarkson's customers share bizarre Cotswolds pub complaint Experience the pulse of Oxford at your fingertips 🗞️ With our flash sale, Oxford Mail keeps you updated for less: only £4 for 4 months or save 40 per cent on an annual subscription. Don't miss out on what's happening locally #DigitalDeal #LocalJournalismhttps:// — Oxford Mail (@TheOxfordMail) June 16, 2025 'I was fired from a bar in Australia! Some people had ordered a bottle of wine, and I couldn't get the cork out, so I put the bottle between my legs and pulled,' she said. 'There might have been some comments made by the men at the table, they were being a bit naughty, and I might have given them back as good as I got. "They complained, and I was fired.' Series five of Clarkson's Farm was confirmed by Mr Clarkson last year and has already started filming, with Ms Hogan expected to feature once again.
The Sun
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Where is Clarkson's Farm and can I visit Diddly Squat farm shop and the Farmer's Dog pub?
JEREMY Clarkson leads the rest of the Diddly Squat gang as the show returns for its fourth season. While Diddly Squat Farm and Farm Shop have been somewhat of an attraction since the show's debut in 2021, the unveiling of Jeremy's new pub has made a lot of people wonder if they can visit. 3 Where is Clarkson's Farm and can I visit Diddly Squat Farm Shop and the Farmer's Dog pub? Diddly Squat Farm Shop and the Farmer's Dog are both open to visitors! After a brief closure to the Farm Shop earlier this year, fans can now visit again and make a trip to the idyllic Cotswolds. The exact location of the Farm Shop is 5-12 Chipping Norton Road, Chadlington, Chipping Norton, OX7 3PE. Once there, fans will be able to experience some of the key locations featured on the Clarkson -fronted show. While visiting the site, many will hope to catch a glimpse of the rising stars of the show, including fan favourite Kaleb Cooper, straight-man and farm management consultant Charlie Ireland, the humorous Gerald Cooper, plus farm shop front-woman and Jezza's partner, Lisa Hogan. The iconic shop has become a public attraction since it opened, with thousands flocking to it each year, much to the dislike of some of the community. For visitors coming from outside the Cotswolds, the trip can take two hours from central London by car, or two and a half hours by public transport. If fans are staying nearby there is the X9 bus from The Bell Hotel in Charlbury that will take them straight past the 1000 acres site and near the Farm Shop. 3 Previously, the farm also had a functioning restaurant on location called The Big View Café, but this was shut down due to excessive traffic. In response, this series of the hit show followed the former Top Gear presenter's trials and tribulations of trying to open a pub. Viewers watched each episode as Jeremy struggled to find a suitable pub for his new venture, despite the sheer number of venues available. Finally, Jeremy found a pub, which was formerly known as the Windmill, and renovated and renamed it to the Farmer's Dog. The latest weapon in Jeremy's farming armoury is located off the Asthall Barrow Roundabout, Burford OX18 4HJ. As it is a working farm, visitors are best to stick to the Farm Shop and Pub - so do not expect to see Jeremy riding around in his infamous Lamborghini tractor. 3 What can you expect at The Farmer's Dog? The pub, which champions British farmers, is sure to be on top of fans' bucket lists. Jeremy's main reason behind opening the pub was that he wanted everything to come from British farms within a certain radius, so don't expect to see any Heinz ketchup on offer. Instead, visitors to the pub can treat themselves to the steak pie, ham hock terrine, rhubarb crumble, and a wide range of other menu items, all knowing that it has come from local farmers. Since the pub opened, it has been extremely busy, and after the show aired, its popularity has soared. And so, for fans hoping to pay a visit in the near future, you may have to wait a while. Bookings for the new Oxfordshire landmark open each month but get snapped up fast, with forums set up on social media helping fans get their chance to visit.
