Toby Carvery is giving a free carvery for two to everyone who likes a video and comments "Yorkie" for National Yorkshire Pudding Week.
Spread on: Facebook video, UK (October 2026)
The real story
A spokesperson for the chain's parent company, Mitchells & Butlers, told Full Fact it is not a genuine offer. Google's SynthID detector found its watermark in both the video and the audio, meaning all or part of each was made with AI. The friendly 'staff member' in branded clothing was part of the illusion.
The fact-checker's verdict: “False”. Our label never goes further than theirs.
AI can now fake a cheerful employee on camera; a real offer will also be on the business's official website.
The receipts
Toby Carvery isn't giving away a free carvery to celebrate 'National Yorkshire Pudding Week' ↗
Full Fact · 2026-10-30
