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Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jeremy Clarkson says he's 'done' and makes major decision after pub struggles
Clarkson's Farm and former Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson has documented his journey when it comes to his farm and now he is giving an insight into his pub business Jeremy Clarkson says he's "done" after struggling with his pub venture. The TV star has said that he won't be taking on any more entrepreneurial ventures after his pub due to not understanding the business behind it. The Grand Tour star took on the new business venture in July 2024 when he bought the pub in Asthall. He decided to take on the challenge after being successful with his 1000-acre Diddly Squat farm and accompanying shop. Jeremy features the purchase of the pub in the latest series of Clarkson's Farm but says he won't be doing it again. The pub is called The Farmer's Dog and has attracted people from around the country to go and visit – with many taking to social media to issues reviews. READ MORE: This Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader-approved setting spray will keep your make-up in place this heatwave In an interview with The Times, Jeremy said: "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." The former Top Gear host has been showing his pub landlord journey during his series and he has also revealed the funny reason why he chose to name the pub The Farmer's Dog. In the fourth episode, Jeremy can be seen reading through documentation about handling the pub's purchase and this is when he finds out that the surrounding Oxfordshire area is regularly visited by people who enjoy having sex in public spaces. Jeremy finds that the pub's garden area is designated by the council as "a picnic site". Clarkson then called his lawyer to explain the situation and he was told that the site previously attracted some "unwanted and anti-social behaviour" that "might put you off eating your picnic". The lawyer said: "We have happened upon some quite interesting photographs which capture certain graffiti and certain goings-on." Clarkson then visited the area himself and found that it was still going on as he found underwear thrown in trees. He first talked about the dogging rumours when he shared a post to his Instagram page. He stood outside of the pub as he held up a stick with a pair of black and pink knickers hanging 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." The Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? presenter also had a serious health scare that saw him rushed to hospital recently. He underwent surgery upon finding one artery was completely blocked and another nearly, after waking up one morning feeling "clammy", with chest tightness and odd sensations in his arm. Following his health scare, Jeremy 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".
Edinburgh Live
a day 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
a day 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."
South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Jeremy Clarkson turns down past rumours 'I have never'
The 65-year-old has recently been seen on our screens presenting the acclaimed fourth season of Clarkson's Farm. Set during last year, we saw Clarkson and co battle the elements and more to get his newly christened pub, The Farmer's Dog, open. But now, Clarkson has gone online to refute claims about where he used to live. Rightmove posted on Facebook: "Famous home alert! Ever wondered where Jeremy Clarkson grew up? "This charming countryside home was once the childhood home of the Top Gear and Clarkson's Farm legend himself! 5 bedrooms, Tickhill. "£1,475,000 Tap here to see the full listing" A fan then posted on X, formerly known as Twitter: "Fancy moving back up north???" To which Clarkson responded: "Keep reading about that. Never lived there." People in the comments then started trying to guess where Clarkson is in fact from. One said: "Didn't you live at Hill House School, Doncaster, during your education? That's North." Another commented (rather obscurely): "I thought you were a Tickhill lad like us Jezza. The Carps, The Travs, The Scarbs and The Oak need your Hawkstone". Someone else replied: "Thought it was more Burghwallis area??" Recommended reading: Where is Jeremy Clarkson from? Jeremy Charles Robert Clarkson was born in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, on 11 April 1960. At the age of 13, he moved to Derbyshire. After that, we're not too sure and don't want to risk the wrath of Mr Clarkson anymore. All we can say for sure is that now, famously, he resides in Oxfordshire. Where he tends to his beloved Diddly Squat Farm daily.
Rhyl Journal
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Jeremy Clarkson turns down past rumours 'I have never'
The 65-year-old has recently been seen on our screens presenting the acclaimed fourth season of Clarkson's Farm. Set during last year, we saw Clarkson and co battle the elements and more to get his newly christened pub, The Farmer's Dog, open. But now, Clarkson has gone online to refute claims about where he used to live. Rightmove posted on Facebook: "Famous home alert! Ever wondered where Jeremy Clarkson grew up? "This charming countryside home was once the childhood home of the Top Gear and Clarkson's Farm legend himself! 5 bedrooms, Tickhill. "£1,475,000 Tap here to see the full listing" A fan then posted on X, formerly known as Twitter: "Fancy moving back up north???" To which Clarkson responded: "Keep reading about that. Never lived there." People in the comments then started trying to guess where Clarkson is in fact from. Fancy moving back up north??? @JeremyClarkson One said: "Didn't you live at Hill House School, Doncaster, during your education? That's North." Another commented (rather obscurely): "I thought you were a Tickhill lad like us Jezza. The Carps, The Travs, The Scarbs and The Oak need your Hawkstone". Someone else replied: "Thought it was more Burghwallis area??" Recommended reading: Jeremy Charles Robert Clarkson was born in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, on 11 April 1960. At the age of 13, he moved to Derbyshire. After that, we're not too sure and don't want to risk the wrath of Mr Clarkson anymore. All we can say for sure is that now, famously, he resides in Oxfordshire. Where he tends to his beloved Diddly Squat Farm daily.
