The incident occurred at the brand’s Banbury branch on Cherwell Street at around 1.40pm on Wednesday, March 25.

With Thames Valley Police alerted to the defecation, the situation has been subsequently described as “criminal damage”.

Investigating officer, police constable Robert Watson, previously said that he is looking for people who witnessed the incident.

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An initial appeal on Sunday (April 5) released an image of a woman whom the force wanted to speak to as part of the investigation.

Then, in an update on Monday (April 6), the force informed the public that they are no longer looking for the woman pictured.

A spokesperson for the Cherwell unit said: “We would like to thank the public for their assistance following our appeal relating to a criminal damage incident in Banbury on 25 March.

“We have now removed the request to identify an individual, but our investigation continues.”

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Now, Thames Valley Police has provided a third update on the incident, stating that no arrests have been made at this time.

A short statement from the force today (Wednesday, April 8) said: “No arrests have been made at the moment, but our enquiries are ongoing.”

If you have any information about this incident, you are urged to get in touch with Thames Valley Police, either by making a report online or by calling the force on 101, quoting reference 43260146564.

Witnesses can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

The 65-year-old purchased the watering hole in Asthall near Burford for around £1,000,000 a couple of years ago when it was still known as The Windmill.

Having performed major renovations, the pub opened its doors to the public in August 2024, renamed The Farmer’s Dog.

The pub, which serves Mr Clarkson’s alcohol brand Hawkstone on tap, featured in the most recent series of Clarkson’s Farm, which was released last year.

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I love it when they do that low level stuff

— Jeremy Clarkson (@JeremyClarkson) April 7, 2026

One customer at the pub has now shared a recent clip from the beer garden, which showed a large bomber plane flying overhead.

The patron said on social media site X: “The surreal feeling of being at Jeremy Clarkson’s pub, The Farmers’ Dog, while nearby the RAF trains for a possible WW3…”

Mr Clarkson responded to the post and video, and said: “I love it when they do that low-level stuff.”

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A stock photo of a bomber pictured over Benson. (Image: Simon Gannon)

The former Top Gear and Grand Tour host’s watering hole is in close proximity to RAF Brize Norton as well as Oxford Airport.

He is expected to return to screens next month with the release of Clarkson’s Farm series five on Prime Video.

No official release date has been provided as of yet, but Mr Calrkson himself suggested it would be in May, like previous seasons.

A total of eight new episodes are expected to drop, with the focus again being on Diddly Squat Farm in Chadlington as well as The Farmer’s Dog pub.

Described as a ‘rising star’ of the culinary world, Lucas King, chef at The Plough in North Street, Bicester, which is run by the Olive Tree Pub Company, secured the accolades at the International Salon Culinaire 2026.

The 22-year-old competed in the junior chef category, where his ‘exceptional skill, creativity and precision’ stood out in the fish course and terrine categories.

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His dishes impressed the judges and scored him top marks, with the fish course praised for its balance of flavour and delicate execution, while his terrine showcased classical technique combined with a modern flair.

The young chef took home gold medals in two categories, and won junior best in show (Image: Olive Tree Pub Company)

They earned him two gold ‘Best in Class’ medals for his creations, and set him apart as the overall standout competitor and winner of the coveted ‘Best in Show’ title.

He was awarded the Best Junior Display Exhibit, the highest award for the juniors in the show, which goes to the chef who demonstrates ‘outstanding ability’ across all the judged elements.

Mr King’s fish course saw him win Best in Class for the category (Image: Olive Tree Pub Company)

Speaking after the awards ceremony, Mr King said he was grateful for the recognition and the opportunity to compete at such a high level.

“It’s been an incredible experience, and I’m honoured to be recognised among such talented chefs,” he said.

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One of the most prestigious chef competitions in the world, Salon Culinaire’s Hotel, Restaurant and Catering show took place across three days at the Excel London from March 30.

For more than a century the competitions have been considered the benchmark for emerging talent in the culinary industry and a platform for chefs of all levels to showcase their skills.

Judges noted that this year’s cohort was among the strongest yet.

It’s the second year in a row the chef has taken home gold from the competition (Image: Olive Tree Pub Company)

At last year’s competition, when Mr King had been with The Olive Tree Pub Company for just 18 months, he took home a gold in the starter plates category.

Arran Hodges, one of the founders of the pub company, last year said Mr King “has gone from strength to strength in the kitchen and is one of our future stars to watch.”

The Olive Tree Pub Company is an independent hospitality business in Bicester run by five local friends who took over The Plough in 2024, when it was doomed to closure.

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Their efforts to transform the venue saw recognition last year, when they won New Licensee of the Year and the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award.

The Plough is now praised as a welcoming gastropub and is popular in Bicester, combining a modern dining experience with the character of a traditional village pub.

Next year’s International Salon Culinaire will take place from April 5 to April 7, 2027, at Excel London.