Jeremy Clarkson's Cotswolds pub, The Farmer's Dog, may have to close its car park due to concerns about its proximity to a 1,400-year-old burial mound. The car park is crucial for the pub's success, but its location near the ancient monument, Asthall Barrow, has raised alarm bells among local residents and the parish council.
Jeremy Clarkson 's Cotswolds pub, The Farmer's Dog , is facing a potential financial crisis due to concerns about its car park. The car park, which accommodates hundreds of visitors, is situated adjacent to Asthall Barrow , a 1,400-year-old burial mound and a scheduled monument protected by Historic England. There are growing worries that the constant flow of vehicles could damage the ancient site.
\Clarkson, who invested £1 million to lease the pub, heavily relies on car park revenue to keep the business afloat. He previously encountered similar issues with his Diddly Squat Farm Shop near Chadlington, which saw an influx of fans causing traffic congestion and parking problems. To avoid a repeat situation, Clarkson leased a 34-acre field for overflow parking, charging £2 per vehicle with £1 going to local landowners. \However, the proximity of the car park to the ancient burial mound has sparked controversy. Local residents and the Asthall Parish Council have raised concerns about the potential impact on the site. Minutes from recent parish council meetings indicate that they believe a permanent car park solution at the current location is problematic and suggest alternative options, such as relocating the overflow parking to another site and providing a shuttle service. They also advocate for stronger action from planning enforcement authorities. Lynne Hughson, chairwoman of the Asthall Parish Council, confirmed the community's anxieties about the car park's closeness to the historic site, emphasizing the need to prioritize its protection
JEREMY CLARKSON Cotswolds Pub The Farmer's Dog Car Park Closure Historic Grave Asthall Barrow Scheduled Monument Planning Enforcement Oxfordshire
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