Jeremy Clarkson, the outspoken TV presenter best known for Top Gear, The Grand Tour, and Clarkson’s Farm, has revealed he recently enjoyed a special visit from one of Britain’s most beloved actresses, Susan George, at his countryside estate in the Cotswolds.
The 65-year-old television personality, who now runs Diddly Squat Farm and his pub The Farmer’s Dog in Oxfordshire, shared the news with fans on Instagram. Posting a photo of himself with the 75-year-old acting legend, Clarkson wrote:
“Had a legend over this evening. She’s farming now. Only Boomers will know.”
The image quickly spread across social media, delighting fans who fondly remember George’s acclaimed performances during the golden era of British cinema.
A Legendary Guest
Susan George is best known for her iconic roles in several 1970s classics — including Straw Dogs (1971) alongside Dustin Hoffman, the high-octane Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry (1974) with Peter Fonda, and Mandingo (1975) with Ken Norton. Her intense performances and natural screen presence made her one of the most sought-after British actresses of her generation.
Now retired from acting, George has traded the film sets of Hollywood for the rolling countryside of England. She runs Georgian Arabians, a stud farm specializing in the breeding of purebred Arabian horses, and has become an active supporter of rural life. She also manages a charitable foundation in memory of her late husband, actor Simon MacCorkindale, who passed away from cancer in 2010.
Clarkson’s Star-Studded Cotswold Circle
Clarkson’s Cotswolds home has become something of a magnet for celebrities and public figures. Over the years, the Clarkson’s Farm host has rubbed shoulders with a remarkable range of famous names — from Hollywood stars to sports icons and television personalities.
He counts Ellen DeGeneres and her wife Portia de Rossi among his pub’s high-profile visitors. The couple reportedly stopped by The Farmer’s Dog last November, after purchasing their own farmhouse in the Cotswolds in 2024.
Clarkson is also on friendly terms with his nearby neighbour David Beckham, who owns a £12 million Grade II-listed estate in Chipping Norton. The pair often exchange texts, and Clarkson recently shared one of Beckham’s cheeky jokes about his beer brand, Hawkstone.
“I’m going to betray a loyalty here,” Clarkson told The Times. “I said congratulations [on Beckham’s selection to guest edit Country Life magazine] and he replied, ‘Thanks for your message; not official yet, but if it happens I’ll have a nice pint of Stella.’”
Clarkson said he jokingly fired back, “You had better f**king not,” referencing Beckham’s playful jab at his beer label.
Fans React to the Surprise Encounter
Fans were thrilled by Clarkson’s post featuring Susan George, with hundreds of comments celebrating the nostalgic meeting. One admirer wrote, “The timeless legendary Susan George!” while another said, “Wow, Susan is looking fantastic!”
Even fellow actress Rosie Marcel, known for her role in Holby City, chimed in:
“Susan George. Played my mother in Castle of Adventure! Lovely woman.”
Life in the Cotswolds
Clarkson’s Cotswolds estate, covering roughly 1,000 acres, has become world-famous through Clarkson’s Farm, his hit Prime Video documentary series chronicling his misadventures in agriculture. The farm and its shop, Diddly Squat, attract thousands of visitors each year.
With his farming projects, pub business, and high-profile neighbours, Clarkson continues to blend rural authenticity with star-studded encounters — this time, sharing his evening with one of Britain’s most beloved film icons.
As fans celebrated the meeting of two legends, Clarkson’s post served as yet another reminder that the Cotswolds remains a hub where Hollywood glamour meets muddy boots and tractors — perfectly fitting for the man who turned farming into a global television phenomenon.
