Jeremy Clarkson's Pub Review: A Mixed Bag

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Food critic Phil has given his verdict on Jeremy Clarkson's popular pub, The Farmer's Dog in Asthall, Oxfordshire. While the pub has received praise from fans and customers, Phil noted that the food and drink are worth the wait and the prices are "really fair". However, he also highlighted the downsides, including the difficulty in getting to the pub and the parking fees. Phil's review also touched on the self-imposed rules of the pub, including only serving British produce, which means some popular items like ketchup are not available.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Farmer's Dog in Asthall, Oxfordshire, is a popular pub that has received good reviews from fans and customers.
  • The pub has a unique concept with various activities on offer, including a restaurant, butcher, farm shop, and outdoor bar.
  • Phil, a food critic, visited the pub and found the food and drink to be worth the wait, with prices considered "really fair".
  • The pub's self-imposed rules, including only serving British produce, mean some popular items like ketchup are not available.
  • The pub charges a £2 parking fee, which goes to the farmer who owns the land.
  • Phil noted that visiting the pub on a weekend in the summer may be challenging due to the crowds.
  • The pub is a must-visit for fans of the TV show Clarkson's Farm, but it's recommended to book a hotel and avoid weekends and bank holidays.

Statistics:

  • The Farmer's Dog pub is 10 miles outside of Oxford.
  • The pub charges a £2 parking fee.
  • Phil paid £14 for a burger and £6.75 for a pint.
  • The pub has a restaurant that requires booking.
  • The outdoor bar has a wait time of days at busy times.
  • The pub's Grand Tour tent has a wide range of merchandise for sale.

Sources:

  • PA (Phiipp, a social media user, visited the pub and shared his review)
  • Clarkson's Farm (TV show, featured the opening of the pub)
  • BBC News (reported on the opening of the pub)
  • Farmers Guardian (covered the opening of the pub and interviewed Jeremy Clarkson)