Diddly Squat Revamp: Construction Chaos and “Exciting Surprises” as Season 6 Filming Looms
The quiet rolling hills of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds are currently echoing with the sound of power tools and construction crews rather than tractors, as Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm Shop undergoes a major transformation. The site, located on Chipping Norton Road in Chadlington, has officially closed its main doors this week to make way for a significant “revamp” that insiders suggest is perfectly timed for the upcoming filming of Season 6 of the hit Prime Video series.
A “Very Different” Look for the World’s Most Famous Farm Shop
In a move that caught many fans by surprise over the weekend, the farm announced a temporary closure from Monday, March 16 to Tuesday, March 24. While the shop remains a massive draw for thousands of tourists—having recently been crowned the “Best Farm Shop in the Cotswolds”—the team decided a total overhaul was necessary to keep up with the relentless demand.
Alan Townsend, the show’s resident builder and a fan-favorite fixture of the series, has been spotted leading a frantic “strip-out” of the interior. In a recent social media update, a dust-covered Townsend shared the progress: “We’ve had a very busy day today, the team. We’re stripping out and revamping the shop, and we’ll have it ready for Wednesday the 25th.”
Jeremy’s partner, Lisa Hogan, echoed the excitement, describing the chaotic scene as everything was cleared out to make room for the new layout. “It’s all happening here,” Hogan said. “We’ve basically changed the shop around… It’s exactly the same, but very different.”
The “Little Surprise” and Season 6 Speculation
The most intriguing part of the announcement came via a cryptic caption on the farm’s Instagram page, promising that when the doors reopen on March 25th, everything will be back to normal but with “a little surprise.”
This “surprise” has sent the rumor mill into overdrive. With Season 5 already in production, the timing of this physical renovation strongly suggests that the new layout is being designed with Season 6 in mind. Whether the surprise is a new line of “Hawkstone” products, a permanent expansion of the cafe, or a dedicated space for Kaleb Cooper’s ever-growing agricultural ventures remains to be seen.
From Lockdown Startup to Award-Winning Empire
The success of Diddly Squat is nothing short of a phenomenon. Opened just before the 2020 lockdown, the shop has remained strictly committed to championing 100% British produce. Its recent “Best Farm Shop” title is a significant achievement, considering the Cotswolds spans five counties and over 800 square miles of competitive rural business.
For Clarkson, the award brings him one step closer to his bold claim that Diddly Squat is “the best farm shop in the world.” However, the expansion hasn’t been without its growing pains. The shop has faced numerous legal battles with local councils over traffic and infrastructure, making this latest renovation a delicate balancing act between serving hundreds of daily customers and keeping the peace in the village of Chadlington.
What to Expect on Reopening Day
While the main shop is closed, dedicated fans can still get their fix. A temporary shop has been established in the lambing barn (located just behind the usual premises) to ensure that visitors don’t leave empty-handed. However, the full “Diddly experience” won’t return until the grand reveal next Wednesday.
As the crew races against the clock, one thing is certain: when the cameras start rolling for the next installment of the show, the backdrop will look sharper than ever.