Why Is James May Banned From Clarkson's Pub
So, Why's James May Banned from Clarkson's Pub?
Picture this: You're strolling down a quaint English lane, the sun's out, and you spot a charming little pub. You push open the door, and there's Jeremy Clarkson, behind the bar, polishing a pint glass. Sounds like a scene from a cozy British sitcom, right? Well, not if you're James May. Here's why.
Now, you might be thinking, "Hang on, isn't James May one of the 'Top Gear' trio? Why's he banned from Clarkson's pub?" Well, dear reader, it's not because he can't drive a stick shift (though, let's be honest, that might be a factor). No, the ban is more of a... let's call it a 'personality clash'.
Enter: The Hammond Incident
You see, it all started with an incident involving Richard Hammond. Now, I'm not one to gossip, but word on the street is, Hammond had one too many and decided it was a good idea to 'improve' the pub's decor. Cue Clarkson, storming in like a British storm, and Hammond, sheepishly trying to hide a can of spray paint behind his back.
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May, being the sensible one (yes, even more so than Clarkson), tried to mediate. But Clarkson, in a fit of pub-owner rage, pointed a finger at May and declared, "You're both banned! I don't need this kind of trouble in my pub!" And just like that, May found himself on the wrong side of the pub door, all because he tried to keep the peace.
But Why Not Hammond Too?
Ah, now that's the million-pound question, isn't it? Well, here's where it gets a bit... complicated. You see, Clarkson and Hammond, they've got this weird bromance thing going on. It's like they're those old married couples who bicker all the time but can't live without each other. So, Hammond got off with a warning and a stern look, while May got the boot.

And there you have it, folks. That's the story of how James May got banned from Clarkson's pub. It's a tale as British as afternoon tea and as dramatic as a Shakespearean play. So, the next time you see May sipping a pint elsewhere, you'll know why he's not at the 'Clarkson Arms'.
But hey, who knows? Maybe one day, Clarkson will have a change of heart (or maybe May will learn to keep his nose out of other people's business). Until then, cheers to May, the banned pub patron, and here's to hoping he finds a pub that serves a decent pint and doesn't mind his meddling.
