Surprise Announcement at Diddly Squat Farm Sparks Reactions Across the Cotswolds.
Jeremy Clarkson Expands Diddly Squat Farm Shop Hours — But Not Everyone’s Pleased
As the shop moves to six-day operations, locals brace for more traffic while fans celebrate the extended access.
Diddly Squat Farm Shop Gets a Schedule Shake-Up
Jeremy Clarkson has made a major announcement regarding his wildly popular Diddly Squat Farm Shop — it will now be open six days a week, delighting fans but raising concerns among some local residents.
Previously, the shop welcomed visitors Wednesday through Sunday, remaining closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Now, fans can stop by every day except Monday, with opening hours running from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
The announcement came via the farm shop’s official Instagram account, which read:
“Good news! Diddly Squat Farm Shop is now open 6 days a week. Tuesday–Sunday, 09:30–16:30.”
Fans Celebrate the Move
Supporters of Clarkson’s Farm were quick to express their excitement in the comments section of the post.
“Good news to start the new week!” one fan wrote.
“Magnificent news!” added another, with clapping emojis and celebration-filled replies flooding the post.
The expansion offers increased access to the shop’s famous produce and local products, as well as its popular food truck and on-site bar—which have become tourist attractions in their own right.
A Decision at Odds with Clarkson’s Recent Promises
Interestingly, the decision to expand the farm shop’s hours comes just weeks after Clarkson publicly declared he was ready to slow down.
In Season 4 of Clarkson’s Farm, viewers saw how opening a new on-site pub pushed the former Top Gear host to his limits. The intense workload, lack of sleep, and juggling multiple businesses ultimately led to a heart procedure last year.
Reflecting on his experience, Clarkson told The Telegraph:
“I’m done with business now.”
However, the recent decision suggests the Diddly Squat brand continues to grow—and may not be slowing down any time soon.
Local Concerns Resurface
While fans are thrilled, the news may not sit well with everyone. Residents of nearby Chadlington and the surrounding Cotswolds area have long expressed concerns over increased traffic, noise, and overcrowding linked to the shop’s popularity.
The farm shop, featured prominently in Clarkson’s Farm, has become a major tourist attraction, often drawing long queues and packed parking lots. The shift to longer hours could intensify tensions with locals who feel the rural charm of their village is being overshadowed by Clarkson’s growing empire.
What’s Next for Diddly Squat?
With Season 5 of Clarkson’s Farm already confirmed and filming underway, the Diddly Squat brand shows no signs of slowing down. Whether the extended hours prove a blessing or a burden remains to be seen—but one thing is certain: Clarkson’s farm continues to be one of the most talked-about operations in the UK countryside.
