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Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE I was torn apart online after yelling at cyclists for riding side-by-side on a country road... I still don't think I'm in the wrong
A radio presenter who was stuck behind cyclists in a country road has revealed how one of the pair went 'mad' and began shouting ' Jeremy Clarkson ' at her repeatedly. Chellce AJ had been driving along the track on Father's Day before she was forced to pull over because the twosome refused to ride in single file. The furious motorist, who was 'literally shaking', spoke angrily to the camera asking whether she was 'in the wrong' following the encounter near Romiley, Manchester. But after uploading the video to social media, a number of people replied saying the 30-year-old was technically incorrect due to a little-known Highways Code clause. In a case that divided the nation, Chellce has now hit back at the critics and argued the rules are 'confusing' and 'conflicting'. The presenter told MailOnline: 'I think after everything what the comments highlight is there is a lot of confusion. 'Yes, the clause says people can "ride two abreast" but the main point to take away from the code is it tells road users they should be considerate.' In her video, Chelce had explained: 'I'm on a country lane and there's a guy cycling and someone cycling next to him so there's two of them literally in the middle of the road.' But before she could finish her sentence, the Manchester-born presenter was interrupted by one of the cyclists who shouted 'f***ing' idiot. Chellce later recalled to MailOnline she had finally been able to pass the cyclists after the road widened. But this was not before a prolonged period of time where one of them 'kept looking back at her', with the presenter believing he 'went out of his way to be an obstructive person'. As she finally passed the pair, the 'odd' individual apparently 'went crazy' and began shouting the name of the former Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson 'repeatedly'. Chellce said she then pulled over and started recording the video to vent her frustration - at which point the cyclist 'went out of his way to speed up' so he could stop by the presenter's car to voice his thoughts. The two exchanged angry words and debated the 'rules of the road' with the cyclist accusing Chellce of acting like she 'owns the road' because she is in a 'big flashy car'. Chellce fumed: 'It's a country road and you're cycling as a two. 'Everybody knows you cycle in single file.' The cyclist responded saying he had been 'riding this road for years' to which Chellce said she had been 'driving this road for years'. He then shouted: 'Sorry - I didn't realise you run the bloody roads.' New rules introduced in January 2022 allow - and advise - cyclists to ride in the centre of lanes on quieter roads, in slower-moving traffic, and when approaching junctions, to make themselves as visible as possible. But the code also says cyclists should be aware of people driving behind them and allow them to overtake when it is safe to do so. Chellce said: 'I'm very unsure how it is safe being slap bang in the middle of the road - I don't understand it. It's just very odd. 'I feel quite sorry for some cyclists as they have been given a bad name - a lot of them said they would have just pulled over to the side or even stopped. 'He [the angry cyclist] was honestly just making me feel like I shouldn't be on the road and as though I had ruined their bike ride. I can't help being on the road. 'And he just kept looking back as if he wanted me to go - to this day I still don't understand what his issue was. 'It was just weird and strange if I'm very honest. He went mental. I just think he was having a bad day really.' Chellce described the cyclist as 'aggressive' and said he looked as though he was in his mid-50s. The 'perplexed' motorist added the 'other guy' he rode with was 'very quiet' and she had never previously had any run-ins with cyclists. Amid the new rules which came into effect in January 2022, many motorists complained about cyclists deliberately hogging the centre of the road and causing pile-ups of traffic behind them. Steve Bulley, the vice president of the Dorchester Chamber of Business, said a group of cyclists stayed in the centre of the road for eight miles. He vented: 'The day cyclist took over the roads. This lots refused to let cars past for 8 miles looking back and laughing. #cycling #HighwayCode #selfish.' On Sunday's encounter, Chellce, who was 'annoyed' she'd only recorded 60 seconds, said: 'I was just thinking, "you're a very odd guy".'
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Jeremy Clarkson's Ferrari up for sale and here's how to buy it
Jeremy Clarkson's Ferrari is up for sale at an auction with a valuation of between £180,000 and £220,000. The Oxfordshire farmer has driven and reviewed his fair share of cars in his role as a motoring journalist. Appearing on shows such as BBC's Top Gear and Prime Video's The Grand Tour, the TV presenter has become synonymous with vehicles. One of Mr Clarkson's former cars, a red 1996 Ferrari F355 GTS, is now up for sale at auction. READ MORE: Clarkson's Farm star announces new venture after leaving show The front of the car. (Image: Jonathan Jacob / RM Sotheby's) In the 1996 VHS special Unleashed on Cars, the presenter emerged from his road test aboard the model and declared it to be: 'The greatest car in the world; ever." He reckoned it was the apogee of Maranello lore and modern technology. In fact, the supercar had wormed its way under his skin to such an extent that he 'had to have one', and he did. Bought via the official Maranello Sales dealership at its Tower Gate showroom in Egham, the F355 was delivered in August 1996. After some debate over colour and configuration, as covered in the 2000 series Clarkson's Car Years, he settled upon a targa-roofed GTS. VIEW LISTING HERE The back of the car. (Image: Jonathan Jacob / RM Sotheby's) He opted for Rosso Corsa over Crema leather, Rosso carpets, and extremely rare sports seats with Rosso inserts—a specification recorded in the original letters from Maranello Sales to Clarkson. The F355 would appear in The Sunday Times newspaper, including serving as the vehicle of choice when Clarkson retook (and failed) his driving test for a column published in the May 1999 issue. In Top Gear magazine in 2000, Clarkson wrote that across his four years of ownership to that point, the Ferrari had only covered 6,000 miles. This included returns to Maranello Sales for routine maintenance, with the cambelt being replaced in August 1999. READ MORE: Jeremy Clarkson's customers share bizarre Cotswolds pub complaint Departing Mr Clarkson's stable via a prize giveaway in The Sunday Times, and following a stint with its victorious second owner, a third keeper retained the Ferrari between March 2003 and February 2013 before it joined the collection of the vendor. Under their care, the car has been maintained fastidiously by marque expert John Pogson at his Italia Autosport concern near Huddersfield. Notably, a May 2025 service, belt change, refresh of the steering rack, plus paint correction and detailing cost £9,345. Gaining a fresh MoT at this point, the Ferrari displayed 14,899 miles at the time of cataloguing. The vehicle is now listed for auction with RM Sotheby's, a collector car auction company headquartered in 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 It is complemented by the owner's guides in their folio, a tool kit, and a cover. A statement from the company said: "One of the great modern Modena creations and, thanks in no small part to its famous first owner, this F355 GTS is arguably one of the best-known and finest examples in existence. "Today, this F355 is even more desirable due to its rare specification of a manual gearbox with sports seats. "In the hands of its next keeper, it is sure to be a talking point at all supercar and Ferrari events it attends."
NDTV
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Jeremy Clarkson's Ferrari F355 GTS Up For Auction In July
Jeremy Clarkson, the automotive journalist, writer, and television presenter, is now in the news, as his Ferrari F355 GTS is going under the hammer at RM Sotheby's Cliveden House. In an episode on Top Gear, Clarkson labeled the F355 GTS as the 'World's Greatest Car' and bought it later in August 1996. However, he drove the Ferrari rigorously till 2000. Jeremy brought the car to his garage in 1996 and notched about 6000 miles on the odometer by the year 2000. However, it was later handed over to three different owners, initially as a giveaway prize by the Sunday Times. As per reports, the Clarkson-owned F355 GTS has traveled just 15,000 miles to date. Reports suggest that RM Sotheby's is auctioning Clarkson's F355 GTS at its Cliveden House 2025 event in July 2025. Also, RM Sotheby's has estimated the auction price of the Ferrari F33 GTS at around USD 245,000 to USD 300,000. Though this price seems to be quite heavy for the F355 GTS, it must be considered that the supercar just got serviced in May 2025, which cost 9000 Euro, and is also a celebrity-owned car. This might be a suitable justification for the high auction price estimates. Talking about the specifications, the Ferrari F355 GTS is powered by a 3.5-liter V8 engine producing 375 horsepower, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. Also, the other specialty of Jeremy Clarkson's F355 GTS is that it has cream and red sports seats, which are hardly seen in any of the Ferraris. Interestingly, Jeremy never bought any other Ferrari after the F355 GTS. However, his Top Gear co-host Richard Hammond bought a 550 Maranello and the 308 GT4. Also, James May got himself a 308 GTB, a F430, and a 458 Speciale.
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- 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
16 hours ago
- 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.
