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Scottish Sun
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Jeremy Clarkson's fury after pilot buzzes Diddly Squat farm four times while practising aerobatics in vintage plane
Read on to find out what cheeky gift a pal of the pilot sent Jeremy to sort the problem if it happens again DIDDLY CLOT Jeremy Clarkson's fury after pilot buzzes Diddly Squat farm four times while practising aerobatics in vintage plane Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) JEREMY Clarkson was left fuming when a biplane buzzed his farm, telling the pilot: 'Fit a f***ing silencer.' He took umbrage when ex-RAF ace and British Airways captain Mike Edwards looped Diddly Squat four times. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Jeremy Clarkson was left fuming when a biplane buzzed his farm, telling the pilot: 'Fit a f***ing silencer' Credit: PA 4 Jeremy took aim at ex-RAF ace and British Airways captain Mike Edwards 4 The Clarkson's Farm star shared a chart mapping the plane's flight path on social media The star, 65, vented on Instagram and shared the flight path. Online data showed the Pitts Special S2A spent seven minutes circling the farm at 172mph on May 3. He also wrote: 'Fit it with a f***ing silencer.' But Mike, 57, told The Sun: 'I've written to Mr Clarkson to say I'm sorry and didn't mean to cause any problems. 'I was practising my aerobatics, going up to 2,000ft and doing loops and rolls — using a railway line as a guide. 'As a professional pilot of 40 years, safety is at the heart of all I do. 'That's why I practise the routines nice and high and try and get away from people. 'I live down the road so I wouldn't want to annoy my neighbours with the noise. 'If Mr Clarkson wanted to come up with me I'd be more than happy to show him Diddly Squat Farm.' Mike learned to fly aged ten. I don't want folk going veggie due to farming crisis, rages Jeremy Clarkson - so my pub will serve pig uterus & squirrel His restored Pitts Special was built in 1972 and flown by his dad Marcus in the 1970s Rothmans display team. Flying pal Tom Saunders, 44, posted in response to Jeremy, whose farm is near Chadlington, Oxon: 'Silencer was too expensive so I sent Jeremy these earmuffs.' In another post, Tom said: 'I think somebody needs a hug.' Other fans pointed out the irony of Jeremy's complaint. One sniped: 'Man drives the loudest cars forever. Retires and complains about noise.' Another added: 'Anyone else here for the irony of the loudest man on TV throwing his toys out of the pram over one little plane?' 4 Flying ace Mike has offered to take Jeremy up in the stunt plane Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Jeremy Clarkson's fury after pilot buzzes Diddly Squat farm four times while practising aerobatics in vintage plane
JEREMY Clarkson was left fuming when a biplane buzzed his farm, telling the pilot: 'Fit a f***ing silencer.' He took umbrage when ex-RAF ace and British Airways captain Mike Edwards looped Diddly Squat four times. 4 Jeremy Clarkson was left fuming when a biplane buzzed his farm, telling the pilot: 'Fit a f***ing silencer' Credit: PA 4 Jeremy took aim at ex-RAF ace and British Airways captain Mike Edwards 4 The Clarkson's Farm star shared a chart mapping the plane's flight path on social media The star, 65, vented on Instagram and shared the flight path. Online data showed the Pitts Special S2A spent seven minutes circling the farm at 172mph on May 3. He also wrote: 'Fit it with a f***ing silencer.' But Mike, 57, told The Sun: 'I've written to Mr Clarkson to say I'm sorry and didn't mean to cause any problems. READ MORE ON CLARKSON'S FARM 'I was practising my aerobatics, going up to 2,000ft and doing loops and rolls — using a railway line as a guide. 'As a professional pilot of 40 years, safety is at the heart of all I do. 'That's why I practise the routines nice and high and try and get away from people. 'I live down the road so I wouldn't want to annoy my neighbours with the noise. Most read in News TV 'If Mr Clarkson wanted to come up with me I'd be more than happy to show him Mike learned to fly aged ten. I don't want folk going veggie due to farming crisis, rages Jeremy Clarkson - so my pub will serve pig uterus & squirrel His restored Pitts Special was built in 1972 and flown by his dad Marcus in the 1970s Rothmans display team. Flying pal Tom Saunders, 44, posted in response to Jeremy, whose In another post, Tom said: 'I think somebody needs a hug.' Other fans pointed out the irony of Jeremy's complaint. One sniped: 'Man drives the loudest cars forever. Another added: 'Anyone else here for the irony of the loudest man on TV throwing his toys out of the pram over one little plane?' 4 Flying ace Mike has offered to take Jeremy up in the stunt plane Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club.
Daily Record
16-05-2025
- General
- Daily Record
Two firefighters and a member of public die as 'explosions heard' at ex-RAF base
Three people have died, including two firefighters with two more seriously injured, after a fire broke out at an ex-RAF base. Two firefighters and a member of the public have died following a fire at a former RAF base. Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to Bicester Motion, a historic motoring and aviation centre situated on the former airbase, at around 6.39pm last night, sending ten crews to the scene of what they described as a "serious incident", reports the Mirror. The deaths of the three people have been confirmed, with two more firefighters having been seriously injured, after the blaze in Bicester, Oxfordshire County Council said. Oxfordshire County Council said in a statement: "Firefighters and Oxfordshire County Council colleagues are today mourning the loss of two firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty while dealing with a major incident in Bicester on the evening of Thursday, 15 May. "A member of the public also sadly died in the incident. Two further firefighters sustained serious injuries and are currently in hospital. "Ten fire crews attended the incident at Bicester Motion having been called to the scene at 18:39. Four crews remain at the scene with the fire now under control." Chief Fire Officer Rob MacDougall added: 'It is with a very heavy heart that we today report the loss of two of our firefighters. Families have been informed and are being supported. Our thoughts are with them at this most difficult of times and we ask for privacy to be respected. 'We cannot release any details at present but will provide further information as soon as we can.' The council said four crews remain at the scene as the blaze is now under control. Kieran McGurk, a product director who lives opposite Bicester Motion, said he heard "multiple bangs" and saw a plume of smoke while out walking. It is believed the fire started at a hangar on the site in northern Bicester, off the A4421 Buckingham Road. He told PA: "As we walked home and got closer to the smoke it seemed to get blacker and we heard the sirens. "Multiple fire engines and police cars went past us and as we got to the corner at the bottom of the road ash started to fall and you could see the sheer scale of what was happening. "Loud bangs have been constantly going off and multiple helicopters are still circling the site." The fire service said last night: "We would advise people to avoid the area, and for local residents to remain indoors and shut all windows until further notice." Dozens of businesses in Oxfordshire will remain closed all weekend following a major fire on the former RAF base yesterday. Before the deaths were confirmed, local councillor Sam Holland spoke about the fire at Bicester Motion - home to more than 50 specialist businesses focused on classic car restoration and engineering. "I saw it (the fire) from a distance," Mr Holland told PA. "There's lots of emergency vehicles. Bicester Motion were meeting there earlier. I had spoken to someone as they were leaving. I hope there is nobody hurt or worse." Historic England claim the iconic airfield is "the most complete and strongly representative example of an RAF airbase" in Britain. Bicester Motion previously said in a statement: "Further to the incident, emergency services have been called and are attending on-site. "We appreciate the concern from local residents and wish to communicate that the company is working with the emergency services. At their direction the site will be closed today and over the weekend. A further statement will be made as appropriate." Roads have reopened in and around Bicester following the fire. Oxfordshire County Council wrote on X: "Roads have now reopened, and advice to remain indoors has been lifted. However, people should avoid the area and expect traffic delays in Bicester this morning." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Wales Online
16-05-2025
- General
- Wales Online
Two firefighters and member of public dead after fire at ex-RAF base
Two firefighters and member of public dead after fire at ex-RAF base The fire broke out on Thursday A large fire broke out on Thursday, with witnesses reporting loud explosions and thick black smoke billowing from the site (Image: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire ) Two firefighters and a member of the public have died following a large fire at a former RAF base. Oxfordshire County Council said the two firefighters died while tackling the blaze at Bicester Motion on Thursday. Two further firefighters suffered serious injuries and are currently in hospital, the council added. Ten fire and rescue crews were called to tackle the fire, which prompted a major response and warnings for local residents to stay indoors. The council said four crews remain at the scene as the blaze is now under control. Article continues below Chief fire officer Rob MacDougall said: 'It is with a very heavy heart that we today report the loss of two of our firefighters. 'Families have been informed and are being supported.' Damaged buildings following the fire (Image: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire ) Article continues below This is a breaking news story, more follows.
The Sun
05-05-2025
- The Sun
Watch moment furious man clashes with local and interrupts BBC news report
BBC viewers were left stunned as a furious man interrupted a live news report and clashed with a local resident. The unexpected outburst unfolded during coverage from the scene, with tensions boiling over in front of stunned reporters. 2 2 The explosive moment saw a furious man living in a converted horse box square up to a local during a heated row in Bristol. Tempers erupted on BBC cameras as the bloke fumed at a woman who claimed he shouldn't be living on parkland. He snapped: 'Why shouldn't I? What's it got to do with you?' - before she hit back with: 'Attitude.' That only riled him up more, as he shouted: 'No! It's called standing up for rights.' The bust-up happened during a report from Clifton Down, where dozens of people are living in vans, caravans and motorhomes parked around the popular green space. Fuming residents say they've had enough - accusing some of the 'van dwellers' of dumping loo waste in drains, gardens and bushes. Van dwellers say they're on the move for all sorts of reasons - with some calling it a lifestyle choice, while others blame Bristol's eye-watering rents and cost-of-living crisis for forcing them out of traditional homes. A number are also said to be living with specific vulnerabilities. But fed-up locals aren't buying it. A group called 'Protect the Downs' has been launched on Facebook, led by ex-RAF serviceman Tony Nelson. Speaking to the BBC, he admitted some van dwellers are 'responsible' and 'never a problem' - but slammed others for giving the community a bad name. Furious locals have gone even further - accusing some van dwellers of drug use, human trafficking and prostitution. Tony Nelson, who runs the 'Protect the Downs' Facebook group, didn't hold back, telling the BBC: 'This used to be famous across the country. "I'd heard of the Bristol Downs when I was living in East Anglia - so I know it was once a treasured place. Now it's become a sink.' But van dweller Danny, who only gave his first name, hit back, branding some of the online claims 'absolutely ludicrous' and borderline hate crimes. He insists he's paid £35,000 in business rates over the years via arts and events firms he's run. It's thought there are around 680 vehicles being used as homes across Bristol - from roadsides and squatted sites to council-run plots with basic facilities like water, toilets and waste disposal. Bristol City Council has acknowledged the issue is 'complex' and says it's working on a plan to support van dwellers and respond to community concerns.
