Oyster Shed: Jeremy Clarkson’s Hawkstone helps pub chain Young’s to biggest day of takings in 200 years
Pub chain Young's recorded its biggest ever day of takings in its 200-year history, with Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone lager credited as a significant contributor to the milestone. The record was set at the Oyster Shed, one of Young's flagship venues, marking a notable moment for both the brewery and the pub group. Hawkstone, brewed using barley and hops grown on Clarkson's Cotswolds farm, has rapidly built a loyal following since its launch.
Why this is positive
A British pub chain achieving its highest-ever single-day revenue in two centuries is a concrete sign of strong consumer demand and a healthy independent hospitality business.
Why this matters
With the hospitality sector facing ongoing cost pressures, a record-breaking trading day at an established 200-year-old pub group offers a rare and encouraging signal that British pubs can still thrive.