A group of squatters have left a Gordon Ramsay pub after lawyers secured a High Court order for the possession of the premises.
At least six “professional squatters” entered Ramsay’s York and Albany pub, on the edge of Regent’s Park, early last week.
In a statement on Thursday a spokesperson for the group, which said it was the Anarchist Association London Branch, vowed they would leave within 24 hours.
The statement, which referred to Ramsay as “the foul-mouthed chef”, said: “This swanky building has been left empty for years, even though Camden has some of the worst levels of rough sleeping in the country.
It added: “If people are not allowed to survive, they will take action to do so. All evictions are violence. But that won’t stop us from squatting and we hope our actions will inspire others to take back control of their lives.”
The group had earlier declared that they intended the pub to be used as an arts venue and community cafe named the Camden Art Cafe, adding their doors were open to anyone – “particularly the people of Camden who have been victims of gentrification and parasitic projects like HS2”.
High Court proceedings were filed by Gordon Ramsay Holdings International Limited against “persons unknown”.
The celebrity chef hired top lawyers at Harbottle and Lewis to bring the High Court action.
Responding to the news in their statement on Thursday, the squatters added: “The fact that the chef was able to obtain the order that quickly shows that the legal system is designed for the rich. It has nothing to do with justice.
“Laws won’t help us, politicians won’t help us. They only serve the wealthy and powerful.
“Only we can help ourselves. If people are not allowed to survive, they will take action to do so. All evictions are violence. But that won’t stop us from squatting and we hope our actions will inspire others to take back control of their lives.”
The venue went on sale at the end of last year with a guide price of £13million.
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Gordon Ramsay’s Youngest Daughter Tilly Graduates from College: ‘She’s Done It!’
The ‘MasterChef Junior’ judge, 22, graduated from the University of Nottingham with a degree in psychology
<p>Gordon Ramsay/Instagram</p> Tilly Ramsay on her graduation with parents Gordon and Tana
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Tilly Ramsay on her graduation with parents Gordon and Tana
Gordon Ramsay is one proud dad!
On July 23, the chef shared that his daughter Tilly, 22, graduated from the University of Nottingham with a degree in Psychology. Gordon shared the big milestone on Instagram with a photo of himself and wife Tana posing with Tilly wearing her traditional cap and gown.
“She’s Done it ! Can’t explain enough how proud we are of this one honestly with everything you’ve been up against and to see you graduate today with a psychology BSc makes me the happiest Dad in the World congratulations darling well done @tillyramsay ❤️❤️❤️,” he captioned his post.
Tilly, who is a judge on MasterChef Junior’s 9th season alongside her dad, responded to Gordon’s sweet tribute with a message of gratitude for her parents.
<p>Gordon Ramsay/Instagram</p> Tilly Ramsay
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Tilly Ramsay
“Love you so much 🥹🫶🏼 couldn’t have done it without you and mum!! Xx,” she wrote in the comments.
Gordon’s celebrity pals shared their well wishes, including David Beckham, who commented, “Well done Tilly we are so so proud ❤️❤️.”
Christina Tosi, who has served as a judge on MasterChef Junior, also shared her excitement by writing, “Tilly!!!”
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The graduate showed off her diploma on her own Instagram Stories. “And just like that 👩🎓👩🎓BSc in psychology🫶” she wrote.
Gordon Ramsay with his daughters, Tilly and Holly, and wife Tana
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Gordon Ramsay with
