Experts David Barby and Anita Manning begin their road trip in Aberdeen. With a budget of 200 pounds each, they hunt for treasures to sell at auction in St Andrews.
Antiques experts David Barby and Anita Manning head on a shopping trip through Fife to an auction in Edinburgh. After Anita's disastrous results at the previous day's auction in St Andrews, she must strike tougher deals when buying antiques if she's to claw her way back into the game.
Antiques experts David Barby and Anita Manning head through Anita's home town of Glasgow to their next auction in Ayr. David has pots of cash to spend, but is he overconfident?
Antiques experts David Barby and Anita Manning take a shopping trip from Ayr on the west coast of Scotland, across the Borders and into England for their next auction in Carlisle. After David's astonishing losses the previous day, Anita has triumphantly taken the lead, but can she hold on to it?
Antiques experts David Barby and Anita Manning take their last shopping trip of the journey, from Carlisle through Cumbria and County Durham to their next auction in Leyburn, North Yorkshire.
Antiques experts James Lewis and David Harper are starting their road trip in Northern Ireland with 200 pounds each to spend. The first leg of their journey starts at the Giant's Causeway, as they seek out as many antique shops as they can, to buy some profitable items to sell at auction in Belfast.
Antiques experts David Harper and James Lewis drive from Belfast to Kendal in their search for antiques. They stumble upon the most remote antiques dealers they can find.
Antiques experts David Harper and James Lewis travel from Kendal to Liverpool via Yorkshire. It's all going swimmingly until David buys a bowl that could spell disaster for him. And when they get to the auction there's even more bad news for both of them.
Antiques experts David Harper and James Lewis travel from Liverpool to Market Harborough. They're both swimming in money and reluctant to part with it. James is tempted by some fine French antiques, and David is enchanted by some beautiful French clocks.
It's the final leg of the trip for antiques experts James Lewis and David Harper who are shopping in Derbyshire before selling at auction in Market Harborough. Will James's local knowledge be advantageous?
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson travel from North Wales to Devon in a classic open-topped Jaguar. They set off from Llandudno in search of antiques they can sell for a profit.
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson are antique shopping in the tourist hotspots of Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds, so it's tough to strike a bargain.
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson head back to mid-Wales for some more antique hunting. The pressure is on Charles to find profitable treasures.
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson get swept up in the magic of Bath as they shop for objects they hope will boost their coffers. Charles is tempted to blow it all on a teapot.
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson head to their final auction in Exeter. Philip gets to grips with antique tables, whilst Charles risks it all on dead antique moths!
Experts James Braxton and Mark Stacey travel from Norfolk to West Sussex in a classic open-topped MG. They set off from Kings Lynn in search of antiques they can sell for a profit.
Experts James Braxton and Mark Stacey set off from Diss in search of adventure and antiques they can sell for a profit at auction in Tring.
Experts James Braxton and Mark Stacey travel from Norfolk to West Sussex in a classic open-topped MG. Will either of them make money at the auction in Abingdon?
Experts James Braxton and Mark Stacey are on the final leg of their journey. They set off from Abingdon in search of antiques they can sell at auction in Billingshurst.
It's the grand finale of the Antiques Road Trip. Each expert uses the profits they made on the road trip to buy one special antique to sell at one of London's most famous salerooms. Whoever makes the most money will win the competition. Tim Wonnacott presents.
Antiques experts Charles Hanson and Jonathan Pratt begin their road trip in Greyabbey, Northern Ireland. Jonathan and Charles are old friends, but there is still a spirit of friendly rivalry between them.
Auctioneer Charles Hanson is determined to get one up on his friend and sparring partner Jonathan Pratt. There is still everything to play for, as the pair race around Northern Ireland, buying and selling antiques.
The competition is too close to call between Charles Hanson and fellow auctioneer Jonathan Pratt. Each is determined to track down antiques, which will make the most profit at auction and surge into the lead. But Charles makes a mistake.
Auctioneer Jonathan Pratt is determined to spend, spend, spend, as he and rival Charles Hanson tear around Chorley, Leyland and Preston buying and selling antiques.
On the final leg of the road trip, Jonathan and Charles visit Blackpool, Morecambe and Kendal. Jonathan is distracted by items he cannot afford, while Charles cannot keep his eyes off beautiful art deco figurines.
Mark Stacey and Charlie Ross begin their road trip in the West Midlands. With a starting budget of 200 pounds each, they hunt for treasures they hope will make a profit at auction.
Antiques experts Mark Stacey and Charlie Ross continue their road trip, leaving Stoke-on-Trent for Nantwich in Cheshire, with an auction showdown in Wrexham in North Wales.
Charlie Ross and Mark Stacey's antiques hunt takes them to the Wirral Peninsula and an auction in Anglesey. Mark's desire to win at any cost is turning him into a nervous wreck!
Charlie Ross and Mark Stacey's antiques hunt takes them to South-West Wales. Charlie has been battered and bruised by losses at the previous auction. Can he get back in the game?
Mark Stacey and Charlie Ross conclude their trip through the Midlands and Cardiff. After visiting a car boot sale, the pair face their final auction showdown in Chippenham.
Antique experts Kate Bliss and James Lewis set out on the first leg of their Scottish antique trawl. They have 200 pounds each to spend - with an aim to turn a profit at auction.
James Lewis and Kate Bliss continue their Scottish odyssey. James gets an insight into the Iron age thanks to a crannog reconstruction on Loch Tay, and Kate goes for silver on a visit to Banff Museum.
James Lewis and Kate Bliss continue their Scottish odyssey. James struggles with his health and his haggling, but gets a great insight into Scotland's curling history. The road trip takes Kate to auction in Edinburgh, but will her travelling partner be joining her?
Antique experts Kate Bliss and James Lewis are on the fourth leg of their Scottish odyssey. They both take a gamble on lamps - James even has cockatoos on his, but will it fly at auction? Kate learns some Camera Obscura facts in Edinburgh, but James is more interested in whisky vats.
Antiques experts Kate Bliss and James Lewis are on the last leg of their Scottish odyssey, and there is car trouble aplenty on the road from Hamilton.
Antiques experts James Braxton and Thomas Plant begin their tour of north east England. James gets to blow some Northumbrian pipes, albeit badly.
Antiques experts James Braxton and Thomas Plant continue their tour of North East England. James gets to see a collection of rare mineral sculptures made by 19th-century miners and Thomas sees some of the oldest antiques in the world at a Roman fort.
Antiques experts James Braxton and Thomas Plant continue their tour of north east England. James meets an antique fountain pen collector and Thomas tours a traditional brewery.
Antiques experts James Braxton and Thomas Plant continue their north east odyssey. James experiences weird Victorian science, and Thomas indulges his passion for steam railways.
Antiques experts James Braxton and Thomas Plant face the final day of their North East jaunt. James inspects some Islamic artefacts and Thomas becomes a fan of the Bronte sisters.
David Barby and Philip Serrell see who can make the most money at auction as they make a whistle stop tour of Lincoln, Horncastle and Leicester.
David Barby and Philip Serrell begin the second leg of their journey. Their mission: to see who can make the most money buying local antiques and selling them at auction as they head from Leicester to Aylsham in Norfolk. Philip is continuing his quest for the unusual.
David Barby and Philip Serrell continue their road trip. Philip makes some grisly discoveries in Bury St Edmunds; and they vie with each other to see who can buy the most unusual antique.
David Barby and Philip Serrell's road trip continues. Philip makes a surprising purchase and David gets physical when an antique reminds him of his childhood.
It is the last day of the middle England odyssey with antiques experts Philip Serrell and David Barby. They travel from Ampthill to Gloucester in search of profitable antiques.
Experts David Harper and Anita Manning begin the first leg of their journey. Their mission: to see who can make the most money buying local antiques and selling them at auction as they head from Dover to Heathfield in East Sussex.
David Harper and Anita Manning begin the second leg of their journey. They head from Heathfield in East Sussex to Chippenham in Wiltshire.
Antiques experts Anita Manning and David Harper are wheeling and dealing their way across Dorset. They stop off in Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth.
David Harper and Anita Manning begin the fourth leg of their journey. Their mission: to see who can make the most money buying local antiques and selling them at auction as they head from Wells in Somerset to Hele in Devon.
Anita Manning and David Harper embark on the final journey. They head from Ashburton in Dartmoor National Park to Bideford in North Devon.
Anita Manning and Mark Stacey start their journey in Aberfeldy and head for auction glory in Dunblane.
Anita Manning and Mark Stacey travel from Wiston in South Lanarkshire to Edinburgh.
Anita Manning and Mark Stacey's antique hunt takes them from the Scottish borders to Sunderland.
Anita Manning and Mark Stacey travel from St Helen Auckland to Darlington.
Anita Manning and Mark Stacey's final leg takes them from Richmond in North Yorkshire to the auction in Huby near York.
Experts Philip Serrell and Catherine Southon start their trip in Aboyne and finish up at an auction in Dundee.
There are some tactical shenanigans from rivals Philip Serrell and Catherine Southon, as they travel from Perth to Paisley.
Philip and Catherine's affections start to wane as they hit the road for day three of their road trip, travelling across the border from Glenluce to Carlisle.
The competition between Philip Serrell and Catherine Southon intensifies as they journey from Sedburgh to Leeds.
Philip and Catherine head from Skipton to Liverpool for their final auction showdown.
Day one for expert Thomas Plant and newby to the Road Trip, Scottish auctioneer Paul Laidlaw, as they travel from Skipton to Sheffield.
Day two for dynamic duo Thomas Plant and Paul Laidlaw as they attempt to outwit each other on their journey from Bolsover to the auction in Stamford.
It's charm versus mathematical prowess, as experts Thomas Plant and Paul Laidlaw hit the shops between Huntingdon to Towcester.
Thomas Plant and Paul Laidlaw's negotiating tactics are tested to the limit as they travel from Olney to the auction in Watlington.
Day five of Thomas Plant and Paul Laidlaw's antique buying adventure as they head from Tetsworth to the final auction showdown in Pewsey.
It is Charlie Ross and Charles Hanson's first day together as they kick off their journey in Bridlington and head for an auction showdown in Doncaster.
Charlie Ross and Charles Hanson are getting on famously as they drive the second leg of their road trip from Scunthorpe to Grantham.
The competition hots up on day three as the two Charlies journey from King's Lynn to the auction in Beccles.
Day Four of Charles and Charlie's road trip and they are heading from Lavenham in Suffolk to Greenwich - until their car breaks down.
Charles and Charlie's fifth leg of their journey takes them from Royal Tunbridge Wells to Rye in East Sussex for their final auction showdown.
Seasoned auctioneers James Braxton and Jonathan Pratt hit the road to travel from Altrincham to Nantwich.
James Braxton and Jonathan Pratt discover that it is worth rifling in basements for good bargains, as their trip takes them from Leek in Staffordshire to Birmingham.
James Braxton and Jonathan Pratt are determined to up their games as they head from Stratford-upon-Avon to the auction in Frome, Somerset.
On day four of James Braxton and Jonathan Pratt's road trip, the duo scour local antiques shops between Wells and the auction in Crewkerne.
James Braxton and Jonathan Pratt's fifth leg of their journey takes them from Crewkerne in Somerset to Lostwithiel in Cornwall for their final auction showdown.
Antiques experts David Barby and David Harper hit the road and travel all the way from Moy to Omagh in Northern Ireland.
David Barby and David Harper grapple with euros as they travel from Athlone to Kells in Ireland.
David Barby and David Harper have crossed the Irish Sea to Wales. The competition heats up as they travel from Prestatyn to Criccieth.
David Barby is after something quirky, while David Harper is going for the killer deal as they shop from Aberystwyth to the auction in Shrewsbury.
The conclusion of David Barby and David Harper's epic tour begins in Hereford, but who will be crowned king at the auction in Llanelli?
Charles Hanson and David Barby visit Lichfield in Staffordshire, and head for an auction showdown in Coventry.
It's game on as Charles Hanson and David Barby travel from Malvern to a head-to-head auction in Pewsey, Wiltshire.
Charles Hanson and David Barby continue their challenge, travelling from Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, to Frome in Somerset for the auction.
It's all to play for as Charles Hanson and David Barby travel from Chester in Cheshire to the auction showdown in North Rode, near Congleton.
It's the last day of Charles Hanson and David Barby's road trip, and they're neck and neck as they start the last leg of their journey from Stafford to Nottingham for the final auction showdown.
New to the Antiques Road Trip is Margie Cooper, who battles it out with antique veteran Mark Stacey as they start this week in Chilham, Kent, and end up at an auction in Heathfield, East Sussex.
It could not be closer as Margie Cooper and Mark Stacey go head-to-head in finding that antique gem as they continue their journey from Rochester in Kent to an auction showdown in Colchester in Essex.
Antiques experts Margie Cooper and Mark Stacey continue there journey across southern England battling it out to make the most profit at auction. This leg starts in Sawbridgeworth in Hertfordshire before ending up at an auction in Chippenham, Wiltshire.
Margie Cooper and Mark Stacey are battling it out in search of hidden treasures to make them the biggest profit. They start this leg in the New Forest in Hampshire before ending up at an auction showdown in Sherborne.
It is down to the last lot as Margie Cooper and Mark Stacey battle it out to win. In the final leg, they start in Hele, Exeter and finish up in Torquay for the auction showdown.
Antique experts Thomas Plant and newbie Mark Hales take to the road as they try and out buy and out sell each other to make the biggest profit. They start their journey in Portrush, Northern Ireland and end up in Belfast for the auction.
It's game on as antique experts Thomas Plant and Mark Hales travel from Dublin to Ballybrittas, Portlaoise in the Republic of Ireland for an auction showdown.
It's day three for antiques experts Thomas Plant and Mark Hales as they battle it out to make the biggest profit. They start in Ironbridge, Shropshire and head to Froncysyllte in North Wales for the auction.
Thomas Plant and Mark Hales battle it out as they start their journey in Newport, Pembrokeshire and end up at an auction showdown in Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire.
It's the final leg of an epic antique battle between Thomas Plant and Mark Hales as they start in Hay-on-Wye, and its all down to the deciding auction in Pontrilas in Herefordshire.
Antiques experts compete to make the most money at auction. Phil Serrell and Jonathan Pratt visit Cockermouth in the Lake District and travel to Kirkby Lonsdale for the auction.
Phil Serrell and Jonathan Pratt continue their hunt for bargains, starting in Corbridge and ending up with an auction showdown in Northallerton.
It is day three and Phil Serrell has taken the lead as Jonathan Pratt struggles to find his form. The pair start their journey in Darlington in the Tees valley and end up in Doncaster for the auction.
Philip Serrell has taken a commanding lead, but Jonathan Pratt is determined to catch him up as they go into day four of their trip. Today they start buying in Gainsborough and end up in Lincoln for the auction showdown.
It is the final day for Jonathan Pratt to claw back some profit to try and catch the mighty Phil Serrell as they motor from Sheffield to Wilmslow for the final auction showdown.
Anita Manning and James Lewis take to the road to try and make the most profit from buying and selling antiques. They start their journey in Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire and end up in Grimsby for the auction.
Anita Manning and James Lewis continue their battle to make the most profit from buying and selling antiques. Today they start in Horncastle, Lincolnshire and end up in Diss, Norfolk for the auction showdown.
It's day three of the challenge and Anita Manning is close on the heels of James Lewis in their battle to become king or queen of antiques profits. They start in Fakenham and wind their way through the English countryside to end up at an auction in Aylsham.
James has nudged ahead in the antique profit stakes but Anita is fighting back hard. It's still all to play for as they start their journey in Needham Market, Suffolk and ending with an exciting auction in Bedford.
It's the last day for Anita Manning to snatch the lead from James Lewis as they start their trip in Woburn in Bedfordshire and end up at a gripping auction in Cirencester, Gloucestershire.
It's the first day of the week for antiques experts Charlie Ross and James Braxton to take to the road. Their adventures start in the Highlands of Scotland and end in Buckie.
After the excitement of yesterday's auction, James Braxton has a long way to catch Charlie Ross as they battle it out to make profits from antiques. They start in the fishing village of Cullen in the Highlands of Scotland and end in Aberdeen for the auction showdown.
It's day three for Charlie Ross and James Braxton as they battle it out for antiques as they wind their way through Scotland, starting in Tarland with an auction showdown in Hamilton.
Charlie Ross and James Braxton cruise for antiques in their classic 1954 Alpine Sunbeam which takes them through the scenic town of Blairgowrie, ending up in Glasgow for the auction showdown.
It's the final day of an incredible week for Charlie Ross, who is well in front of James Braxton. They spend their day in Scotland, starting in Kilbarchan and ending in Ayr for the auction showdown.
Veteran road tripper David Barby joins up with silver expert Margie Cooper for a mammoth journey from Northumberland to Lincolnshire in their classic car, as they aim to buy antiques to make a profit at auction.
David Barby and silver expert Margie Cooper go on the second leg of their journey, battling it out in County Durham before winding their way to auction in Scarborough.
David Barby and Margie Cooper embark on the third day of their road trip, travelling from Bridlington to Sheffield. Along the way, they find some surprising items.
On the fourth day of their road trip, antiques experts David Barby and Margie Cooper make some brave buys as they head for an auction in Nottingham.
On the final day of David Barby and Margie Cooper's road trip, the antiques experts battle it out to decide who will be the winner at auction in Lincoln.
It is James Braxton and Charles Hanson's turn to hit the road hunting for bargains in their classic car on a grand trip from Somerset across to the Isle of Wight and down to Cornwall.
It is the second day and antiques experts James Braxton and Charles Hanson are heading across the Solent to the Isle of Wight in search of bargains. Charles finds a bit of history.
James Braxton and Charles Hanson are battling it out along the Dorset and Devon coast to turn a profit on their items. There is a big surprise at the auction in Torquay.
It is the fourth day of James Braxton and Charles Hanson's road trip. They head for Cornwall, where Charles has an enchanting experience and James goes to the fair.
James Braxton and Charles Hanson head deep into Cornwall on the last day of their road trip. James goes to church before the final auction in Truro.
It is the start of another road trip and Anita Manning and Philip Serrell are travelling through the north of England in their classic car, with the aim of turning a profit on their items at auction in Edinburgh.
It is the second day of the road trip for Anita Manning and Philip Serrell and, as they head for an auction in County Durham, Philip develops an unusual interest in sewing and Annita eyes up a wedding dress.
Anita Manning and Philip Serrell get the bit between their teeth as they head through the Dales and make the most of its horse racing history.
On the fourth day of their road trip Anita Manning and Philip Serrell head for the bright lights of Blackpool and can't resist a visit to the Pleasure Beach.
Anita Manning and Philip Serrell go head-to-head at an auction in Harrogate on this final day of their road trip.
Mark Stacey and Mark Hales battle it out in the auction rooms and antique shops of eastern England in the race to turn an unbeatable profit.
In the battle of the two Marks, road trippers Mark Stacey and Mark Hales invest in some surprising antiques as they travel from Rutland to Norfolk on the second leg of their 300-mile classic car journey.
On the third day of their road trip, Mark Stacey visits the magnificent Ely Cathedral and his opponent Mark Hales gets excited about a sketchbook.
Road trippers Mark Stacey and Mark Hales head for East Anglia in the search for lucrative antiques to sell at auction as the battle to win intensifies between them.
On this final day of their 300 mile road trip around eastern England, Mark Hales gets a lesson in spying and Mark Stacey is left stunned at the auction.
It is the turn of Thomas Plant and James Lewis to take to the road in a classic car and their route is around the highlands and lowlands of Scotland.
Thomas Plant and James Lewis pick up some very unusual items as they travel across Scotland from west to east coast in their classic car.
Thomas Plant takes a financial gamble and James Lewis talks to animals.
There is more car trouble for Thomas Plant and James Lewis on the fourth leg of their tour of Scotland.
In the final leg of their trip around Scotland, Thomas Plant opts for two wheels instead of four and James Lewis gets to the root of the popular New Year's anthem Auld Lang Syne.
It's the turn of antiques experts Charlie Ross and Catherine Southon to hit the road in their classic car on a 200 mile journey to out buy each other and make the greatest profit at auction. They begin their road trip in Corsham in the heart of Wiltshire ending with an auction in Devizes.
It's day two for Charlie Ross and Catherine Southon as they cosy up on their rainswept journey criss crossing southern England in the hunt for antiques to sell at an auction in Wareham, Dorset.
On day three of their classic car jaunt, antiques gurus Catherine Southon and Charlie Ross wend their way along the south coast buying antiques only to get a shock at the auction in Lewes.
As Charlie Ross and Catherine Southon battle it out on this fourth day to make a profit at auction, they take in some historic sites on their road trip from the south coast of England up to London.
Charlie Ross and Catherine Southon head to Rye to fight it out at auction.
Antiques experts Thomas Plant and Philip Serrell team up for a seven hundred mile trip across Britain, which begins in Lancashire and the Isle of Man.
Antiques expert Philip Serrell thinks 'big is best' on his shopping trip with rival road tripper Thomas Plant as they journey from York to Rotherham in search of a bargain.
Thomas Plant gets to ride in a special classic car and Philip Serrell has an eye for a particular lady, on the third leg of their road trip through the Peak District.
On the fourth leg of their road trip, Thomas Plant has a brush with showbiz and Philip Serrell takes a fancy to some gym equipment.
Antiques experts Philip Serrell and Thomas Plant make some unlikely purchases on their last road trip and face a nail-biting finale at auction in Greenwich.
Antiques aficionados Mark Stacey and Paul Laidlaw begin a new road trip, pitting their expertise against each other on their journey from Lancashire to Somerset.
Paul Laidlaw buys some nightmarish figures and Mark Stacey goes retro as the boys travel across the country in style on the second leg of their road trip.
On the third leg of their road trip, Mark Stacey and Paul Laidlaw start their shopping in Stafford and finish with a nail-biting auction in Nantwich.
Paul Laidlaw gets a peek into the life of the royals, and Mark Stacey learns about Pomp and Circumstance on the fourth leg of their road trip.
Antiques experts Mark Stacey and Paul Laidlaw play with boats and helicopters as they storm towards the finishing line of their road trip.
Antiques experts James Lewis and James Braxton kick off their trip from Ampthill in Bedfordshire and head for Market Harborough with the popular hymn Amazing Grace ringing in their ears.
On the second leg of their road trip, antiques experts James Braxton and James Lewis travel around Oxfordshire in their classic car in search of bargains to sell at auction.
Antiques experts James Braxton and James Lewis head south to the sunshine of Jersey and get a taste of island life on the third leg of their journey.
On the fourth leg of their trip James Braxton learns about Faversham's 'explosive' history and his opponent James Lewis settles for a nice cup of tea.
In the final dash for the finishing line, antiques experts James Braxton and James Lewis head for Leamington Spa in the hope of being crowned the winner.
Experts Anita Manning and Jonathan Pratt embark on a road trip that will take them on a 400-mile journey from Glasgow in Scotland to the Isle of Anglesey.
Jonathan Pratt visits the world's first savings bank and Anita Manning gets some tips on marriage at Gretna Green as they embark on the second leg of their road trip.
Antiques experts Anita Manning and Jonathan Pratt take a drive from Middleham in Yorkshire through to Halifax in their classic car on the third leg of their trip to make a profit at auction.
Anita Manning shows an unusual taste in sculpture and Jonathan Pratt opts for something very shapely as the antiques experts head for North Wales.
On the last leg of their road trip, Anita Manning and Jonathan Pratt head for Anglesey for their final auction showdown.
It is the start of a brand new road trip for antiques experts David Harper and Catherine Southon, as they journey through Lancashire heading for their first auction in the sea-faring city of Liverpool.
David Harper goes to jail and Catherine Southon goes to church on the second leg of their antiques road trip through north Wales and Shropshire.
Antiques experts David Harper and Catherine Southon go on a buying spree through mid-Wales on the third leg of their journey from Lancashire to Devon.
David Harper brushes shoulders with a TV classic and Catherine Southon gets a taste for one of Gloucester's finest edibles as they head for auction.
On the final leg of their road trip, Catherine Southon gets to dance and David Harper finds himself financially embarrassed as they head for an auction showdown at Seaton in Devon.
Antiques experts Charlie Ross and Charles Hanson join forces in a smart classic car for a 500-mile road trip from Cheshire to Winchester on the first leg of their journey.
Charlie Ross goes cricket mad and his rival Charles Hanson goes to the pub and unearths some skulduggery, as the couple take their road trip from Chesterfield to Grantham.
On the third leg of their road trip, antiques expert Charles Hanson visits the solicitors and Charlie Ross finds history in an old packet of cigarettes.
Antiques expert Charles Hanson buys something he really doesn't like and his rival Charlie Ross finds a profit in the most unlikely item, as they head for auction in Ledbury, Herefordshire.
On the final leg of their trip as they head for the winner's enclosure at auction near Winchester, Charlie Ross takes an expensive gamble and Charles Hanson gets invited to a castle.
Antiques experts Charles Hanson and Christina Trevanion embark on a new road trip. They begin in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, before heading to auction in Liverpool.
Antiques experts Charles Hanson and Christina Trevanion begin the second leg of their road trip in the city of Manchester, before making their way to auction in Birkenhead.
Charles Hanson and Christina Trevanion start their day shopping in Liverpool, before heading through Wigan, Preston and ending up at auction in Lytham St Annes in Lancashire.
Antiques experts Charles Hanson and Christina Trevanion begin in Leeds, Yorkshire, before heading through Shipley and Skipton and ending up at an auction in Penrith, Cumbria.
Charles Hanson and Christina Trevanion start out in Harrogate, heading east to York then visiting Northallerton, Masham and Richmond before ending up at their auction in Cobridge, Stoke-on-Trent.
Antiques experts Anita Manning and James Lewis start in Deddington, Oxfordshire, on the first leg of their journey, before crossing into Hertfordshire for the auction in St Albans.
Antiques experts Anita Manning and James Lewis begin in Wimbledon, before travelling through Molesey in Surrey and then heading for their auction near the town of Alresford in Hampshire.
Anita Manning and James Lewis begin this leg of their journey near Lacock in Wiltshire, before travelling through Bath, Frome and Swindon and heading for the auction in Cirencester, Gloucestershire.
Anita Manning and James Lewis make their way through Devon, beginning in the city of Exeter before travelling though Crediton and Torquay and heading for an auction in the small town of Chudleigh.
Anita Manning and James Lewis begin the last leg of their journey in Dorchester. They then visit Portsmouth and Fareham before heading to their final auction in London.
Antiques experts Mark Stacey and Will Axon travel through East Sussex on the first leg of their journey, beginning in Hastings before battling it out at auction in Lewes.
It is the second leg of antique experts Mark Stacey and Will Axon's road trip. Beginning in Bilsington, they travel across Kent before ending up at an auction in Sandwich.
Beginning in the coastal town of Deal in Kent, antiques experts Mark Stacey and Will Axon head west to battle it out at their auction in Chiswick, London.
Will Axon and Mark Stacey begin in Crystal Palace, before heading to Piccadilly in central London to visit the home of the Kennel Club. The boys then head on to their final auction in Southend-on-Sea.
Will Axon and Mark Stacey begin the final leg of their journey in Gosfield, Essex. They travel through Finchingfield and St Albans, Hertfordshire, before finishing at auction in Ruislip.
Road trip veteran Philip Serrell and new boy Tom Scott start out at the south west corner of the country in St Buryan, before winding their way up towards Wareham in Dorset.
Experts Philip Serrell and Tom Scott start the second leg of their road trip in Lostwithiel, before visiting the ports of Plymouth and Morwellham Quay and heading back to auction in Cornwall.
Antiques programme. Philip Serrell and Tom Scott start their day near Dartmoor at Ashburton. They travel around Devon before arriving at auction in Chudleigh.
Antiques programme. Philip Serrell and Tom Scott begin at Exeter in the county of Devon, before travelling through Dorchester and arriving at auction at Upwey in Dorset.
Philip Serrell and Tom Scott begin the final leg of their road trip in Southampton, before heading east through Fareham, Portsmouth and Southsea and ending up at auction at Wareham in Dorset.
Paul Laidlaw and David Harper begin their road trip in the Cumbrian town of Windermere, weaving their way through West Burton and Middleham before reaching the auction in East Boldon, Tyne and Wear.
Antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and David Harper start this leg of their journey in Sunderland, before making their way through Durham to an auction in the North Yorkshire town of Northallerton.
Antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and David Harper begin the third day of their road trip in Hexham, Northumberland, before heading across the border for an auction in Dumfries.
Antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and David Harper begin their Scottish road trip in New Abbey in Dumfries and Galloway, before heading through Biggar and Moffat to an auction in Paisley, Renfrewshire.
Antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and David Harper begin the final leg of their road trip in Glasgow, before making their way through Falkirk and Dunblane and ending up at an auction in Dundee.
It's the start of a new week for road trip legends Charlie Ross and Thomas Plant. They begin in Watchet, Somerset, before heading to auction in Frome.
On the second leg of their road trip, Charlie Ross and Thomas Plant begin in the city of Bath, then head up through the Cotswolds, ending up at an auction in Stroud, Gloucestershire.
Antiques experts Charlie Ross and Thomas Plant begin the third day of their road trip in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, before travelling through Worcestershire and ending up at auction in Wrexham, North Wales.
Thomas Plant and Charlie Ross start their journey in Church Stretton, Shropshire stopping at Welshpool, Oswestry and Wrexham before their auction in Minsterley.
Charlie Ross and Thomas Plant begin in the West Midlands, before travelling through Lichfield and Walsall and ending at their final auction showdown in Bedford.
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson start their road trip from the seaside town of Southport. They head through Merseyside, Staffordshire and Cheshire before ending up at Wrexham in Wales for the first auction.
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson begin the second leg of their road trip in Stafford, Staffordshire. They then travel through Wolverhampton and Worcester, before crossing the Welsh border for the auction in Brecon, Powys.
Antiques experts Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson travel from the south London district of Bermondsey into the heart of the capital, before ending up at auction in Greenwich.
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson begin the fourth day of their road trip in the county town of Cambridge, before passing through Peterborough and heading towards auction in Glemsford, Suffolk.
Philip Serrell and Charles Hanson begin the final day of their road trip at Old Wolverton in Buckinghamshire, before taking a trip around the Midlands and heading to auction in Cirencester.
It is the start of a new week for antiques experts Anita Manning and James Braxton. Braving the inclement weather, they head out on the road through Stamford, Lincolnshire and Boston.
On the second leg of their road trip through Norfolk, James Braxton tries his hand at bell ringing in Norwich and Anita Manning travels to Holt to visit a unique arts & crafts stately home.
Antiques experts Anita Manning and James Braxton travel through Essex on the third leg of their road trip. James is feeling flush, but will Anita beat him at auction?
Beginning in Cambridge, antiques experts Anita Manning and James Braxton head towards their auction in Essex on the fourth leg of their road trip. James has promised to release his inner wild-man; will this be a chance for Anita to defeat him at auction?
Antiques experts Anita Manning and James Braxton begin the final day of their road trip in the town of Needham Market in Suffolk, ending with a crowning auction in Greenwich.
On the first day of their Scottish road trip, Charlie Ross and Margie Cooper start in Jedburgh before travelling through Powburn and Alnwick towards an auction in Edinburgh.
Charlie Ross and Margie Cooper begin in the Scottish capital at Edinburgh, then travel through Dunfermline and head to Stirlingshire for an auction at Kinbuck.
On the third leg of the road trip, Charlie Ross and Margie Cooper begin at Perth and head towards the North Sea coast for an auction in Fife at St Andrews.
Continuing their road trip across Scotland, antiques experts Charlie Ross and Margie Cooper begin at Abernyte in Perth and Kinross, before heading to an auction in the Highlands at Dingwall.
On the last day of their Scottish road trip, Charlie Ross and Margie Cooper begin at Nairnshire at Auldearn before travelling through Aberdeenshire and heading to auction at Hamilton, South Lanarkshire.
Paul Laidlaw and Thomas Plant kick off their week in the seaside town of Morecambe, travelling through Cornforth and Chorley on their way to auction in Clitheroe town.
On the second day of the road trip Paul Laidlaw and Thomas Plant start in Preston, Lancashire, then make their way towards an auction in the Cheshire town of Nantwich.
Paul Laidlaw and Thomas Plant start in Birmingham before travelling through Lichfield, Shenton and Leicester, ending up at an auction in Stamford, Lincolnshire.
On the fourth day of their road trip Paul Laidlaw and Thomas Plant kick off in Cromer, Norfolk and make their way through Holt and Norwich to the auction at Colchester, Essex.
On the final day of their trip Paul Laidlaw and Thomas Plant start in Wendover, Buckinghamshire and make their way to auction in Bedford.
The first day of Mark Stacey and Catherine Southon's Scottish road trip takes them from Dumfries and Galloway through Ayrshire and into Renfrewshire. They start in the village of New Abbey and finish at an auction in Paisley.
On the second day of their road trip Mark Stacey and Catherine Southon start in Glasgow before passing through Falkirk on their way to auction in Dundee.
On this leg of their road trip Mark Stacey and Catherine Southon start in Dundee and travel through Forfar and Inverurie on their way to auction in Aberdeen.
On this leg Mark Stacey and Catherine Southon begin in Aberdeen before travelling through the coastal town of Cullen and on to auction at Elgin in Moray.
On the final day of their Scottish road trip Mark Stacey and Catherine Southon start in Rait in Perth and Kinross then travel through Dundee and Arbroath before heading to auction in Edinburgh.
On the first leg of their trip James Braxton and Helen Hall start in Oswestry in Shropshire, before crossing the Welsh border towards Montgomery and Machynlleth in Powys then heading for auction in Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire.
On the second day of their trip James Braxton and Helen Hall begin their travels in Newport in the county of Gwent, then head to Cardiff before crossing the English border for auction in Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire.
James Braxton and Helen Hall start in the city and county of Bristol before heading to Corsham and Bradford on Avon in Wiltshire then on to auction in Swindon.
On the fourth day of their road trip James Braxton and Helen Hall begin in Wallingford in Oxfordshire before travelling to Weybridge in Surrey, ending up at an auction in Wokingham in Berkshire.
On the fifth and final day of their trip James Braxton and Helen Hall begin in Hampstead in north London before heading to Brighton and then on to auction in Lewes.
t's the start of a new road trip as antiques experts Charlie Ross and Christina Trevanion hit the road in a VW camper van. Charlie gets into the kilt-wearing spirit as they kick off in Inverness, Scotland and head south towards an auction in Bo'ness.
On the second leg of their road trip through Scotland, Charlie comes face-to-face with the penguins of Edinburgh Zoo and Christina dares to step on to the top of the iconic Forth Rail Bridge.
Antiques experts Christina Trevanion and Charlie Ross travel through north east England on the third leg of their road trip.
Beginning in York, Christina Trevanion and Charlie Ross head towards their auction in Bourne, Lincolnshire on the fourth leg of their road trip. Charlie hears about a simple invention that changed British roads forever and Christina finds out the story behind the 400-year-old hand of a Catholic saint.
Antiques experts Christina Trevanion and Charlie Ross begin the final day of their road trip in the town of Spalding, before heading towards Boston.
Antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and Margie Cooper embark upon the first leg of their road trip. The pair kick off in Penzance and make their way through scenic Cornwall before going head to head at an auction in Liskeard.
It's the second leg of the road trip for antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and Margie Cooper as the experts head for an auction in Exeter.
Antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and Margie Cooper kick off the third leg of their road trip in Chippenham. Margie learns about the beginnings of modern photography and Paul discovers the fascinating history of Farleigh Hungerford Castle.
Antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and Margie Cooper kick off leg four of their road trip in south Wales and make their way across country for a penultimate auction showdown in Llandeilo.
Antiques experts Paul Laidlaw and Margie Cooper begin the last day of their road trip together in Newport, south Wales, before heading to auction in Newent. Who will go on to win as they go head to head at the final auction?
It is the beginning of a new road trip with Thomas Plant and Anita Manning. The experts are touring the country in a yellow Lotus and their first leg sees them start in Hertfordshire and work their way towards an auction in Banbury.
On the second leg of their road trip, antique experts Thomas Plant and Anita Manning are travelling round the South West of England. Thomas learns about one of the UK's great inventing families, and Anita finds out how a mistake on a map resulted in the naming of America.
Antiques experts Thomas Plant and Anita Manning embark on the third leg of their road trip.
Beginning in South Somerset, Thomas Plant and Anita Manning head towards their auction in Wimborne, Dorset on the fourth leg of their road trip. Anita finds out about the life of prehistoric man at Cheddar Gorge and Thomas hears about one man's pioneering fight to forecast the weather.
Antiques experts Thomas Plant and Anita Manning begin the final day of their road trip in the seaside town of Brighton.
Old friends become rivals as antique experts Phil Serrell and James Braxton hit the road in a 1955 Austin Healey. The experts start their journey in Glasgow and Phil heads off the mainland before the pair meet up again for their auction in Edinburgh.
On the second leg of their road trip, Phil Serrell has some catching up to do. Can he claw back the deficit? Or will James Braxton pull further away as the pair cross the border from Scotland towards an auction in Kendal?
Antiques experts Phil Serrell and James Braxton travel through North West England on the third leg of their road trip. Phil visits the birthplace of the world's most iconic band in Liverpool, and James relives his childhood as he finds out the story of scouting.
Beginning in Kingsley, Cheshire, antiques experts Phil Serrell and James Braxton head towards an auction in Liverpool on the penultimate leg of their road trip. Phil has a commanding lead, but can James find a way back into the competition before the experts enter their fifth and final leg?
Antiques experts Phil Serrell and James Braxton begin the final leg of their road trip in Wales. It's all to play for as the pair head for a final auction showdown in Newport, Shropshire.
It's the start of a new road trip with antiques experts Philip Serrell and Christina Trevanion. Leg one commences in Castle Douglas in Dumfries and Galloway and heads towards the first auction in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Auctioneers Christina Trevanion and Philip Serrell begin the second leg of their journey. Starting in Keswick in the heart of the North Lakes in Cumbria, they weave their way towards the auction in Crooklands, in the South Lakes.
Christina Trevanion and Philip Serrell are halfway through their road trip. They begin in the seaside town of Southport, before shopping their way around Lancashire and landing in Lincoln for the auction.
Christina Trevanion and Philip Serrell embark on their penultimate leg. Starting in Manchester, they head towards the auction in Melbourne, near York.
Christina Trevanion and Philip Serrell are on the final leg of their trip. Starting in Liverpool, they head towards their final auction showdown in Stoke On Trent, Staffordshire.
It's the start of a brand new road trip with old hand Charlie Ross versus a new star addition to the roster in the form of Glasgow girl Natasha Raskin. In this episode, they're taking in all the glories of the coastal south west as they begin in Falmouth and end up at auction in Ottery St Mary in Devon.
Charlie Ross and new girl Natasha Raskin make for an auction in the Hampshire village of Swanmore but start out in the famous naval city of Portsmouth.
We're half way through the trip with Natasha Raskin and Charlie Ross. They begin in Berkhamsted, before heading for an auction in the Dorset town of Christchurch.
This episode sees Charlie Ross and Natasha Raskin start in Farnham in Surrey and end up at auction in Towcester, Northamptonshire.
It's the end of the road for Charlie Ross and Natasha Raskin as they set off from Ashby-de-la-Zouche in Leicestershire. With only a few pounds separating them, who will win at the climactic auction in Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex.
Charles Hanson takes on Mark Stacey in a quest for antique glory. Their first stretch starts in Cawthorne in South Yorkshire and finishes at auction in Lincoln.
Charles Hanson and Mark Stacey seek out hidden gems. The second stint is a scenic saunter from Ely in Cambridgeshire down to the auction in Bourne End, Buckinghamshire.
It's halfway through Charles Hanson and Mark Stacey's road trip and the competition is heating up. Leg three begins in Leominster, Herefordshire and winds up in Itchen Stoke near Winchester.
Charles Hanson and Mark Stacey weave their way through Gloucestershire searching for treasure. They start in Stratford-upon-Avon and end at their penultimate auction in Wotton-under-Edge.
The last leg of Charles Hanson and Mark Stacey's road trip starts in Weston Heath in Shropshire. Who will win the week as they make their way to a climactic auction in Mold, Flintshire?
It's a new week and a new pairing as Paul Laidlaw and Anita Manning hit the road in the hunt for antiques. They begin their epic adventure in Ford, aiming for their first auction in Leyburn, North Yorkshire.
Paul Laidlaw and Anita Manning continue their antique adventure.They travel from the steel city of Sheffield, heading for auction in Luddendenfoot, West Yorkshire.
Paul Laidlaw and Anita Manning reach the halfway point of their trip. This leg sees them begin in South Cave in the East Riding of Yorkshire, aiming for auction in Twickenham, London.
Paul Laidlaw and Anita Manning head for round four at auction and they both have their eyes on the prize. Starting out in Navenby, Lincolnshire, they make their way towards the penultimate auction in the Norfolk town of Diss.
It's the final leg for Paul Laidlaw and Anita Manning. They begin in Norwich and head for a nail-biting final auction in Stamford, Lincolnshire.
Antique experts Christina Trevanion and Paul Laidlaw kick off a new series in Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. Armed with £200 each and an ailing pick-up, they shop up a storm before heading to an auction in Market Harborough
It's the second leg for antique hunters Christina Trevanion and Paul Laidlaw as they shop across Gloucestershire and Northamptonshire before going head to head at an auction in Evesham, Worcestershire.
Auctioneers Paul Laidlaw and Christina Trevanion are halfway through their road trip. Travelling through Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire and the West Midlands, Paul uncovers a hidden gem that could win him the trip on day three. All will be revealed as they auction their lots in Nantwich, Cheshire.
After an incredible last auction, antique experts Christina Trevanion and Paul Laidlaw travel through Shropshire and Worcestershire. Paul gets security clearance to visit the fascinating Iron Mountain, and Christina learns about the origins of the modern Olympic movement in Much Wenlock.
It's the final leg for auctioneers Paul Laidlaw and Christina Trevanion as they take in the delights of Staffordshire and Cheshire. Paul has had amazing success at auction on this trip, so can Christina catch up as they head towards their final destination of Northwich?
New expert Raj Bisram joins the road trip. This auctioneer from Kent is taking on Charles Hanson as they shop around Berkshire, Wiltshire and Somerset, before heading to their first auction showdown in Winchcombe.
It's leg two for auctioneers Charles Hanson and Raj Bisram as they take their Triumph through Somerset, Dorset and Hampshire before ending at an auction in Swanmore.
Veteran Charles Hanson is halfway through a week of adventure with new recruit Raj Bisram. The duelling auctioneers travel though Dorset and Somerset before heading for an auction in Bridgwater.
It's the penultimate leg for auctioneers Charles Hanson and Raj Bisram as they road trip through Devon. Raj takes a big risk in a bid to catch up, but will it pay off as they head to auction in Exeter?
Charles Hanson and Raj Bisram's road trip concludes as they shop in Cornwall and head to that decisive auction in Crewkerne, Somerset.
Antique experts David Harper and Anita Manning go head to head as they road trip through northern England and into southern and central Scotland. This first leg sees them travel through the north west and head to an auction in Knutsford, Cheshire.
David Harper and Anita Manning travel through Yorkshire. Along the way, David learns about a 500-year-old mystery, and Anita meets two inspirational land girls before she and David head towards their second auction in Harrogate.
Anita Manning and David Harper are halfway through their trip. After a successful last auction, David has the lead, but Anita is hot on his heels as they shop in Yorkshire and County Durham before heading into Newcastle for the auction.
It's the penultimate leg for antique hunters Anita Manning and David Harper. Starting in Northumberland, England and crossing the border into Scotland, they search for hidden gems before heading to auction in Kinbuck, Stirlingshire.
David Harper and Anita Manning embark on the final leg of their trip, starting in Ayrshire and travelling to the Isle of Bute, Glasgow and Renfrewshire. They each take a massive risk in a bid to win the week, but who will come out on top when they head to the deciding auction in Paisley?
Auctioneers Philip Serrell and Natasha Raskin take to the open road in the search for treasure. This first leg journeys through Wales, ending at an auction in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire.
It's the second leg for antique hunters Philip Serrell and Natasha Raskin as they take in the delights of south west Wales before crossing into England and heading to an auction in Newent, Gloucestershire.
It's halfway through the trip for Philip Serrell and Natasha Raskin. They shop in Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire before heading to West London for a crucial auction.
Natasha Raskin plays catch-up as she and fellow auctioneer Philip Serrell take a trip around Sussex and Kent before heading to their penultimate auction in Rayleigh, Essex.
On the last day on Natasha Raskin and Philip Serrell's road trip, they cover Berkshire and Hampshire, but who will win the week at the final auction in Salisbury, Wiltshire?
Auctioneers Thomas Plant and Mark Stacey begin their week's adventure in Kent. Along the way, Thomas visits the life-saving underground world of Ramsgate, and Mark finds out about the science behind a lighthouse in Dover. They then hit the road and head to their first auction in Rye, East Sussex.
It's leg two for Mark Stacey and Thomas Plant as they continue their road trip through the Kent countryside. Mark is trailing behind, but can he catch Thomas when they head to an auction in Paddock Wood?
Thomas Plant and Mark Stacey are halfway through their road trip. They shop in Essex and Suffolk before making their way towards an auction in Cambridge.
Thomas Plant and Mark Stacey are on a roll as they hunt for antique treasure across East Anglia. Along the way, Thomas hears the inspiring story of a pioneering nurse, and Mark learns the incredible history of a Dunwich lost to the waves. Then they hit the road towards their penultimate auction in Norwich.
It's the last leg for antiques experts Mark Stacey and Thomas Plant as they travel through Norfolk. With less than £30 separating them, the pressure's on as they head to their final auction in Oakham, Rutland.
Catherine Southon and Paul Laidlaw compete in Northern Ireland.
Catherine Southon and Paul Laidlaw compete in Scotland.
Catherine and Paul continue the competition in Edinburgh.
The competiton continues across central Scotland for Paul and Catherine.
The competiton between Paul and Catherine draws to a close in Aberdeen.
Auctioneers Anita Manning and Philip Serrell begin their journey in the Lake District, continuing on to West Yorkshire before heading to their first auction in Cleveleys near Blackpool.
Auctioneers Anita Manning and Philip Serrell continue their trip in their classic Fiat 500. They start from Barnard Castle in County Durham, aiming for auction in Driffield in the East Riding of Yorkshire.
Anita Manning and Philip Serrell are halfway through their road trip, and the third leg takes them from Frodsham in Cheshire to an auction in Easingwold in Yorkshire. Anita decides to blow her whole budget, but will she regret it?
Anita Manning and Philip Serrell embark on the penultimate leg of their journey, which begins in the village of Amble in Northumberland and finishes at auction in Carlisle in Cumbria.
Anita Manning and Philip Serrell begin the final leg of their journey in Castle Douglas in Kirkcudbrightshire, heading to a tense final auction in Crooklands in the Lake District.
Christina Trevanion and Thomas Plant begin their road trip in Ireland. Starting from Cashel, County Tipperary, in a 1962 Bedford van, they hunt out treasures to take to auction in Birr in County Offaly.
In the second leg of their journey, Christina Trevanion and Thomas Plant shop their way through Ireland, from County Kildare to Dublin, before heading over the Irish sea for an auction in the Welsh town of Wrexham.
Christina Trevanion and Thomas Plant continue their adventure in north Wales. Starting in Ruthin, Denbighshire, they head for an auction in Colwyn Bay, Conwy. Christina visits Caernarfon Castle and Thomas finds out about Britain's only ever Welsh prime minister, David Lloyd George.
In the penultimate leg of their journey, Christina Trevanion and Thomas Plant shop around Warwickshire and Essex, and get treated to a spectacular Battle of Britain airshow. They then head for an auction in Winchcombe, Gloucestershire.
In the final leg of their road trip, Christina Trevanion and Thomas Plant begin in Gwersyllt in Wrexham, meander through the border counties of North Wales and England, and finish up at their final auction in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire.
Charlie Ross and James Braxton begin in Boston and make their way to their first auction in the Norfolk town of Fakenham.
Charlie Ross and James Braxton begin the second leg in the Lincolnshire town of Stamford, travel east around Norfolk, and end up at an auction in St Ives, Cambridgeshire.
Charlie Ross and James Braxton set off from Shenton in Leicestershire and head to an auction in the village of Bourne End, Buckinghamshire.
Charlie Ross and James Braxton begin in Rushden, Northamptonshire, stop off in Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, before heading to an auction in St Albans, Hertfordshire.
Charlie Ross and James Braxton begin in Brasted, working their way through the Kent and Surrey countryside. The pair show down at an auction in Cobham.
Anita Manning and Raj Bisram, each armed with £200, take a 1973 Triumph Spitfire on a B-road romp around East Anglia hunting for treasures to take to auction in Beeston, Norfolk. Along the way, Anita uncovers the little-known story about a local hero, anti-slavery campaigner Thomas Clarkson, and Raj hears about an agricultural pioneer at the stunning Holkham Hall.
Antiques experts travel across the country, competing to make a profit at auction. Anita Manning starts this leg negotiating hard in an attempt to take the lead. Behind the wheel of a Triumph Spitfire, they shop in Norfolk, heading for an auction in Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex. Anita learns about much-forgotten Norwich lad Vernon Castle, who was once a global dancing phenomenon. Taking a break from antiques, Raj heads to the stunning Blicking Hall to find out about its controversial former owner, Lord Lothian.
Anita Manning and Raj Bisram take in the delights of Suffolk, Kent and Surrey before heading back to Essex for their third auction. Anita rests from shopping to visit a former silk mill with an incredible royal connection. Meanwhile, Raj hears about the birth of interior design and the pioneering artist behind it, William Morris.
Anita Manning and Raj Bisram hit the road for the penultimate time, with Anita finding an eastern deity figure she hopes will attract big bids. The gorgeous Kent towns of Deal, Sandwich and Faversham host the twosome for shopping. Meanwile, Anita learns about Whitstable oysters, and Raj detours to hear how thousands of boys became naval officers in the area
It is the final leg of the road trip with Anita Manning and Raj Bisram. Raj, on his home turf in Kent, learns about WWII's Operation Dynamo and the 'Dunkirk spirit'. Meanwhile, Anita pops to Canterbury to uncover the story behind the bloody murder of Thomas Becket at the cathedral.
Charles Hanson and James Braxton set off behind the wheel of a 1964 German DKW 1000 Coupe as their hunt for antiques starts in the Scottish Highlands. James is drawn to a filthy yet well-made kilim rug, and Charles uncovers some Jacobite-period copper ladles. James rests from shopping to hear about Bonnie Prince Charlie's defeat at Culloden. Meanwhile, Charles goes on a boat trip to learn about the Caledonian Canal and the engineering marvel who built it. The old chums reunite to sell at auction in Aberdeen.
Charles Hanson and James Braxton continue their Scottish road trip. Starting in Inverkeithing, they drive through Fife and Perthshire, picking up antiques to sell at auction in Dundee. James hopes a gamble purchase of an expensive Chinese rosewood table will help his cause. Meanwhile, Charles detours from the shops to hear how one man's passion for birds inspired him to be the first human to fly, while James uncovers the story of a top-secret naval base and its role in winning World War II.
James Braxton and Charles Hanson travel south from Glasgow, shopping in Ayrshire and Lanarkshire, before selling at an auction in Hamilton. James is bowled over when he sees an arts and crafts oak table, while Charles is knocked for six after finding some rare 2,000-year-old Roman nails which were excavated in Scotland. James stops in Ardeer to hear why the local beach is connected to the Nobel Peace Prize, and Charles stops off to hear about a local man who became a pioneering social reformer.
An unreliable classic car has Charles Hanson and James Braxton complete this leg on foot. After buying antiques in Perthshire and the Lothians, Charles hears how drovers would move cattle from the Scottish Highlands to market in Stirling and has a jolly good go at it himself. Meanwhile, James learns about Einstein's inspiration and one of the greatest scientists in history, James Clerk Maxwell. He hopes a charming little lead donkey means big profits at the auction in Cumbria.
It is the last leg of the road trip for James Braxton and Charles Hanson. Starting in Scotland, they head south over the border to take their final purchases to auction in Berwick-upon-Tweed. Charles dresses in full Highland regalia to hear how Sir Walter Scott reinvented tartan. Meanwhile, James discovers the story behind one of the most intriguing incidents of World War II. James believes silver antiques will give him victory, but Charles plumps for a little porcelain King Charles Spaniel. Who will be crowned king of this road trip?
Philip Serrell and Catherine Southon set off from the midlands in a 1970 Citroen DS20 on a brand new road trip. They hunt for antiques in Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon, before heading to an auction in Salisbury. Phil spends a lot of his cash on a 19th-century butter churn, whereas Catherine finds two attractive 1940s compacts. When they are not shopping, Phil discovers the roots of lawn tennis, and Catherine uncovers the story of how a third of the world's needles once came from Redditch.
Catherine Southon and Philip Serrell continue their antiques adventure in a classic Citroen. In Winchester, Catherine finds a jolly nice croquet set and, in Alton, she finds a rare 1930s novelty biscuit tin, both of which give her a chance of huge profits at auction in Christchurch. Meanwhile, Phil learns how flying boats gave us the word airport. Catherine unravels the story of a top-secret unit of World War II spies working in occupied Europe and the crack team of code deciphers back here in Blighty tasked with keeping their undercover colleagues alive.
Antiques experts travel across the country, competing to make a profit at auction. The third leg of this antiques odyssey with Catherine Southon and Philip Serrell sees them taking the old Citroen through the west country. Catherine decides to change her buying strategy, going for more of Philip's rust-and-woodworm fare. True to form, Phil diverts to the beach and asks a local fisherman if he has some antique chandlery to sell. When not shopping, Phil heads deep underground to see where miners have extracted Beer stone for two centuries, which has been used to build some of Britain's most famous buildings, including Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London. Meanwhile, Catherine goes giddy when she learns how Bakelite changed the world and even put man into space.
Catherine Southon and Philip Serrell are travelling along the beautiful Cornish coastline in a classic Citroen DS20. Before the auction in Bristol, Catherine heads to Porthcurno to see first hand the incredible cables that stretch from this little village, along the sea bed, to South America, Australia and India. Meanwhile, Phil goes for a ride on a replica of the Puffing Devil, one of the first steam-powered vehicles in the world.
Catherine Southon and Philip Serrell battle it out for the last time. Travelling through south Wales, the old Citroen DS20 takes them to the final auction in Wells, Somerset. Catherine heads to the Royal Mint and finds out how Sir Isaac Newton revolutionised coins to prevent forgers making a fortune. Phil breaks from shopping for a little lesson in culture at the Bristol Old Vic and discovers why it is a miracle the building still stands today. At the final auction it is the battle of the watches. Phil and Catherine each buy fascinating timekeepers, but which one will make the most profit?
Paul Laidlaw and Claire Rawle start their adventure in Northumberland before heading for auction in Darlington, behind the wheel of a classic TVR sports car. Paul discovers the sporting mecca that once was The Morpeth Olympics and Claire finds out about the female Indiana Jones of the early 20th century, Gertrude Bell. Everything's rosy until Claire mentions she loves militaria, Paul's specialist area! Worse still for the veteran Road Tripper, when Claire's World War One collectable goes under the gavel, it makes a small fortune.
The second instalment of this road trip adventure with Paul Laidlaw and Claire Rawle begins in the city of Sunderland. Claire finds out about the Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade and military-mad Paul goes giddy when he visits a military observation post in Blyth. The competition is well and truly on. Paul finds some RAF stereoscopic aerial reconnaissance photographs of German U-boats at a great price, but will they make the big profit he needs to clinch victory from new girl Claire when they go to auction at East Boldon, Tyne and Wear?
Setting off from Scarborough, Paul Laidlaw and Claire Rawle end with an auction in Beverley, East Yorkshire. Claire detours from the route to discover the history of big game fishing in 1930's Scarborough. Meanwhile Paul sets off on a special mission to rendez-vous in a secret World War Two bunker somewhere in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Paul buys an interesting snuff box and a pair of Charles Barlow vases, Claire picks up an early 20th century spectacle case containing a pince nez and some railwayana.
In this penultimate road trip, Paul Laidlaw and Claire Rawle start in Hull, motoring their TVR Tuscan around the north east of England. Paul finds a rare 18th century puzzle jug, a charming novelty of the period. Claire hopes some Shelley porcelain will do well at auction. When not buying antiques, Paul discovers how the port of Hull was vital to thousands of Jews fleeing from Tsarist Russia and Claire is agog when indulging her passion for all things railway by hearing about an early pioneer of steam locomotives. Claire lags behind antiques maestro Paul who has racked up big profits. Can the new girl beat the old master today?
Paul Laidlaw and Claire Rawle set off on the final road trip leg from the Derbyshire town of Matlock. Militaria mad Paul hopes a late 17th-century hand-forged halberd head earns him a huge profit. Claire buys a Chinese cloisonné vase and an Edwardian inkstand. Paul also unravels the story behind the world-famous crooked church tower at Chesterfield and Claire meets a relative of the first man to circumnavigate Australia, who hails from the Lincolnshire town of Donnington. Will Claire be the comeback kid and crush the mighty Laidlaw? The pressure is on at the final auction in Stamford, Lincolnshire.
Charles Hanson and Catherine Southon hunt for antiques around Sussex. Charles also learns the stinky story behind Brighton's sewers, while Catherine hears how a big drill stopped a cholera epidemic. Cruising around in a 1950 MG Midget, the expert duo visit shops in Storrington, Petworth, Lewes and Peacehaven before heading to an auction in Paddock Wood, Kent. Catherine plumps for English silver, while Charles goes continental and gambles a significant proportion of his £200 budget on a German Black Forest ink stand.
Charles Hanson and Catherine Southon go on an antiques adventure around Kent before heading to an auction in Buckinghamshire. Catherine ditches the classic car in favour of travelling by horse and cart. Charles takes a detour from antiques buying to learn about the centuries-old Kentish tradition of hop growing, and he meets a man on stilts. A pair of rare 18th-century shoe buckles gets Charles really excited, while Catherine finds a most unusual manicure set, and it is a nailbiting finish when the antiques go under the gavel.
Charles Hanson and Catherine Southon travel around the Tudor towns of Warwickshire. Catherine uncovers the area's best-kept secret, while Charles befriends a whippet named Fickle. Catherine finds a bargain in a French copper and brass letter holder to take to the auction in Shropshire, and Charles gambles a significant sum of his kitty on a much-repaired but charming 17th-century oak chair.
Charles Hanson goes missing as he sets out with his metal detector, while Catherine Southon sticks to antique shops in her quest to find items to take to a Nottingham auction. Starting in Macclesfield, Charles moves on to Leek to learn about the birth of Britain's canal network. It's edge-of-the-seat excitement at auction when Catherine's Victorian deck chair goes head to head with Charles's antique ear cleaner.
It is the last chance for Catherine Southon and Charles Hanson to bag antiques before a final auction in Congleton. They travel through Yorkshire and Leicestershire, and Charles takes a detour to discover an incredible collection of railwayana hidden on a school roof, while Catherine uncovers the story behind the once lost plans drawn by great garden designer Ciapability Brown.
Christina Trevanion and Mark Stacey set off on a south coast antiques hunt. Kicking off their trip in Littlehampton, the pair are taking their classic car north to an auction in Merseyside. Mark finds a rocking horse which once belonged to royalty, while Christina settles for a stilton scoop. Christina detours to learn about the history of the British seaside in Bognor Regis, and Mark visits the last surviving Victorian brickworks in Britain.
Christina Trevanion and Mark Stacey's adventure continues in the Cotswolds. Mark discovers a rural idyll that inspired a best-selling novel, while Christina learns about an incredible war hero. Headed for an auction in the Cheshire town of Knutsford, their journey sees them pick up a collection of Victorian jewellery and a delightful art nouveau grandmother clock.
Cheshire is the next stop for Christina Trevanion and Mark Stacey. Christina ends up deep underground, and Mark finds himself in such a predicament that he has to call for help. Mark takes aim on beating Christina with a Home Guard practice rifle but takes a break from shopping to find out about the pivotal role Macclesfield played in global silk production. Meanwhile, Christina makes a most peculiar purchase of a human jaw.
Destined for Stockport, Christina Trevanion and Mark Stacey are zipping along in their classic car all over the West Midlands. But can they find any antique treasure? Mark visits Birmingham and the factory that profited from the macabre Victorian obsession with death. He also manages to uncover a haunting green man stone mask. Christina detours to learn why the original Land Rover became a global phenomenon. There is also a dragon-related Road Trip first.
Buckle up for a race to the finish as Christina Trevanion and Mark Stacey head to their final auction in Bolton, Lancashire. The countdown begins in Merseyside, where Mark finds himself literally stuck and struggling waist-deep in antiques. Christina on the other hand moves into property and buys a unique home. A detour sees Christina in a once secret bunker beneath the streets of Liverpool.
Natasha Raskin and Paul Laidlaw kick off their road trip on the west coast of Scotland. Paul's language gets a little steamy in Irvine, and Natasha reverts to type in Prestwick. Military buff Paul gets excited when he finds some desk ink stamps dating from the Cold War. And Natasha ends up on ice as she gets to grips with an ancient sport in Ayrshire. Paul finds his way to some serious profit when he locates incredibly intriguing maps.
Cumbria is the shopping destination for Natasha Raskin and Paul Laidlaw in this episode. Also, Natasha visits a mint cake factory, while Paul discovers an intriguing side to Cumbria's wartime past. Natasha walks out of a shop with a pair of very, very long boots under her arm, and Paul finds a nine-carat wrist watch he hopes will strike gold at auction. The pair are picking up antiques left right and centre as they are winging their way towards a Harrogate auction in their classic Mercedes, but can Natasha shop her way back into the competition after Paul's great start to the week?
Natasha Raskin and Paul Laidlaw are in historic York and face very different challenges. For Paul it's to build on earlier successes, while for Natasha it's simply to stay in the game. Our Caledonian couple head for an East Anglian auction but enjoy a famous locomotive and the Victorian craze for stereoscopy along the way. Paul struggles to find anything he likes before plumping to buy a haul of agricultural salvage. And Natasha's eyes are turned by some spindles on a rocking chair.
Cantering towards an auction in Newmarket, Natasha Raskin and Paul Laidlaw are taking their classic car around Norfolk and Suffolk on an antiques hunt. The experts rummage far and wide, unearthing such objects as Ottoman militaria and a vital bit of an old train. Paul finds himself afloat and captain of a very rare and valuable boat on the Norfolk Broads, while Natasha ends up deep in Thetford woods looking for bunnies.
The tartan twosome, Paul Laidlaw and Natasha Raskin, are antiquing in Norfolk, but somehow finding time to go down a Neolithic flint mine and go into print. It's the final 'Round Britain Rummage' and they unearth a rarely seen art nouveau food warmer and a charming 19th-century table croquet set. They're headed for one last auction in Diss and it's still anyone's game. Who will win this Road Trip?
The West Country beckons for James Braxton and Raj Bisram. Kicking off in Jane Austen's Bath, they motor through Bristol and Hungerford before boarding the Isle of Wight ferry. Both experts believe an island auction will attract bidders looking for nautical fare - but will a ship's wheel and a canvas anchor leave Raj and James all at sea.
Raj Bisram and James Braxton are on a buying spree on the beautiful Isle of Wight. Raj unravels the tale of one former famous local and James takes a peek beneath the waves. Only a few pounds separate the experts as they sniff out antiques to take to an auction in Frome, Somerset. James has a conversation with a man he believes is Elton John, while Raj returns to his youth and falls for a teddy and a ride on doggy.
James Braxton joins a band of Morris Men while Raj Bisram gets 'tanked' up - but this epic Road Trip shopping spree through Somerset ends with an auction in Woking. Ardent antiquers James and Raj are almost level pegging at this midway point. James decides a pair of Staffordshire figures will attract big bids, despite some damage, while Raj hopes the bidders will appreciate his experimental Moorcroft vase. Both are big gambles, but who will get the upper hand when their items go under the gavel?
Antiques experts James Braxton and Raj Bisram continue their antiques hunt in the beautiful New Forest. Their French classic car is pointed towards an auction in Shrewsbury. An encounter with some of the area's famous ponies starts their day, before James dives into buying in the village of Brockenhurst. But all bets are off when Raj catches up with him in the market town of Ringwood. In an episode that sees James extol the virtues of his sausage casserole recipe, Raj also pays a visit to the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu to learn about the surprising early history of leisure caravanning. James also encounters a great feat of Edwardian engineering at Twyford Waterworks.
James Braxton and Raj Bisram face a tight-run race as they head from Cheshire to their final auction in Somerset. There is still time for two more detours, however: Raj hears why a group of daredevil playboys decided to drive their car into the Savoy to join them for dinner, and James learns why a pint in the Crown and Anchor pub played a vital role in verifying the quality of silver in 1773. While James decides to keep the purse-strings tight, Raj secures deals left, right and centre. Whose strategy will pay off when it comes to their big showdown?
Kate Bliss and Paul Laidlaw's antiques odyssey begins on the south west coast of Wales with a 1960s classic car and a £200 budget - what will they discover on their way to auction in Somerset? Some fake currency potentially lands Paul in hot water at auction while Kate hopes a twin-engine fighter plane will see her chance of a profit soar. Kate finds herself in St Davids, the smallest city in the country, to learn about its namesake. And Paul uncovers the fascinating history of the Pembroke sea planes that proved pivotal in winning the Second World War.
A second outing for Kate Bliss and Paul Laidlaw sees them foraging for riches across the West Country. Paul travels the world with his buys, picking up items from Africa, America and, closer to home, Staffordshire. Elsewhere, Kate blows the biggest horn ever seen on the Road Trip. Kate also heads to Bristol to hear about a woman who made her fortune plugging holes in ships, while Paul is all at sea when he learns the history of the beginnings of the Royal Navy. Their stylish 60s Volvo whisks them through Somerset and onto Hampshire for an auction showdown.
The third trip for experts Kate Bliss and Paul Laidlaw sees them do battle in the antiques emporia of the south coast before an auction in Windsor. Paul plans to crush his opponent's lead with a tank but Kate fights back with a mechanical penguin. Kate visits Portsmouth to find out about a decisive naval confrontation while Paul heads to Southampton to discover how Britain's landscape has been mapped for generations. An exciting auction in Windsor makes this a close-run race - who will come out on top?
Kate Bliss and Paul Laidlaw take the penultimate journey in their 1960s classic car. With only a few pounds separating them, the two experts plump for some very risky buys. Both experts find unusual powder compacts which make for an exciting auction in Brighton. Paul believes a strange collection of medals will honour him with profits - but will a pricey three-figure gamble purchase pay off for Kate? Paul detours to visit a mosque while Kate heads off the beaten track to find time for some gardening, Victorian style.
Kate Bliss and Paul Laidlaw's final trip in the sixties Volvo sees them plot a course through Kent before heading for an auction in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Paul finds himself in Dover and hears about one plucky swimmer who believed bagpipes would help him across the English Channel. Kate, meanwhile, infiltrates a once-top-secret organisation for the afternoon to learn more about their history. The journey ends on a high with an incredible auction in Bury St Edmunds as one expert achieves the highest ever Antiques Road Trip profit.
Natasha Raskin Sharp and Charles Hanson go time-travelling in south west Scotland. Charles uncovers a Neolithic hand axe while Natasha voyages into the age of Arctic exploration. In their 1969 Morris Minor, this pair of auctioneers begin their first Antiques Road Trip together on the Firth of Clyde, making their way through the Scottish Borders to auction in Carlisle. Natasha fancies a barrister's gown while Charles follows up the hand axe purchase with a blood-letting knife and a bowl of porridge. But who will cut a dash at auction?
Charles Hanson drafts in some extra help from his two-year-old daughter Matilda, but can Natasha Raskin Sharp's canny buys see her beat her Derbyshire rival on his own patch? While the 1969 Morris Minor provides most of the transport, Charles also hitches a ride on a horse and cart and buys a Flying Scotsman, while Natasha takes a trip in the oldest lift shaft in the world. Charles is confident his medieval items that were found in a river bed will make him a profit at the auction in the West Midlands.
Charles Hanson slips into a striking 1970s dress while Natasha Raskin Sharp falls for a 1950s model of a bulldog. On the way to auction showdown in Staffordshire, Charles visits a museum dedicated to a prime minister who liked a man in uniform, and Natasha hears about an unsung pioneer of early x-ray technology in Birmingham.
At auction in Liverpool, Natasha Raskin Sharp is hoping for a big hit with a Sgt Pepper-style military jacket while Charles Hanson hopes to sail away with a profit on two maritime-themed stained-glass panels. Hoping the 60s Morris Minor can make it up the long and winding road, the experts detour to learn about some local heroes. For Natasha it is a story about a didgeridoo, whereas for Charles it is a race to drive a steam train from London to Scotland in the quickest time possible.
Nearing journey's end in north Wales, Natasha talks jam and Jerusalem in Anglesey while Charles comes face to face with a very hungry meerkat in Chester. With the auction looming in rural Mold, the expert duo trawl the antiques emporia for treasures likely to appeal to locals and boost their fortunes - a 1930s turf cutter anyone?
Christina Trevanion and James Braxton begin their antiques hunt in the Scottish Borders with a 60s Jaguar at their disposal. James resorts to torchlight as he rummages in the dark for an occasional table, while Christina hopes some silver-plated cutlery will serve up more than a teaspoon of profit. A short detour has Christina learn about the men who guard the Queen, while James retraces the footsteps of a retired naval officer who revolutionised the way we cross rivers. They point the classic car towards Hamilton for an auction.
Christina Trevanion and James Braxton's antique explorations continue in the cold and snowy Trossachs. Christina's five vests do not impede her hunt for treasure, while James hopes a foxhound will sniff out a few pounds profit at auction in Bolton, Greater Manchester. The 1965 Jaguar purrs all the way to a graveyard in Glasgow, where James investigates some ancient treasures, but not before farmer's wife Christina learns why it was the Scots who transformed arable farming.
Christina Trevanion and James Braxton start this Road Trip adventure in Levenshulme, Manchester. James has the unusual problem of having too much cash, while Christina struggles with her limited funds, deciding to gamble them on a play-worn toy train. Foodie James also finds out about the maverick preacher who became the founding father of vegetarianism, and Christina discovers a feat of engineering brilliance in Lancashire. Their 1965 Jaguar helps them on their way to Merseyside for auction.
The seaside town of Southport in Merseyside is Christina Trevanion and James Braxton's next stop on this trip. James detours from the shops to learn about the Accrington lad who became famous the world over all thanks to his work with Tiffany, and Christina discovers the little-known military connection between Liverpool Football Club and the Boer War. Christina makes a purchase with a Scouting connection, and James spends a vast amount of his cash on two Cantonese jardinieres - but with damage to the neck of one, they are a gamble buy. Only one expert can prove triumphant at auction in Boldon, Tyne and Wear.
In a very sunny Whitley Bay, Christina Trevanion and James Braxton set off on their Road Trip finale in the north east of England. Christina buys a Chinese silver bowl to take into battle against six Japanese porcelain teacups James found in rural Northumberland. After buying an Indian goddess, James finds time to head to South Tyneside to learn about the greatest of all Anglo Saxon scholars. Christina, meanwhile, hopes her purchase of three pigeons won't scare away bidders at the auction. She also comes by a sheepdog with genes to be proud of.
Arusha 'Roo' Irvine and Philip Serrell set off in a 1976 Triumph Stag. Together they plot a course from rural Herefordshire to rural Worcestershire, taking in a trip to a ducking stool and the Museum of Royal Worcester. The pair finish up at a thrilling auction in the village of Little Middleton. Roo, a Scottish dealer with a fondness for Georgian glass, hopes a 300-year-old example will earn her a profit at auction. Phil calls on the help of his pet pooch Daphne to sniff out antiques, only to leave the shop with three canine collectibles in the bag
In the company of Road Trip regular Phil Serrell and a 1970s Triumph Stag called Rudolph, new tripper Arusha 'Roo' Irvine is learning fast, travelling from the antiques shops of the West Midlands to an auction in Sheffield. Phil takes a short trip into Kettering to hear about the town's unlikely connection with Jamaica. Roo also takes a break from the shops to visit some vaults in Coventry, where some incredibly precious silk is kept under lock and key.
Roo Irvine and Phil Serrell explore the antiques shops of Yorkshire and Derbyshire before heading hundreds of miles south to an auction by the Thames in Greenwich, London. Along the way they dig up a bit of coal-mining musical history and find out which iconic London building was made from Yorkshire stone. Phil steps off the scheduled route in an attempt to buy a horse, despite a high asking price from its farmer owner. Roo also isn't one to deviate from what she knows and picks up another piece of her favourite glassware.
Roo Irvine and Phil Serrell reach the outlets of Oxfordshire. Will Phil be tempted by yet more tables? Will Roo again resort to Georgian glass? Will the Stratford-upon-Avon auction supply comedy, tragedy or both? There is also a look how the Chipping Norton Scouts reinvented British baseball, plus the story of the queen of 19th-century science.
Roo and Phil, in a 1970s Triumph, have now reached the glorious Gloucestershire countryside, seeing Tetbury, Stroud and all the rest. But who will be victorious at the final auction in Newent? That may well depend on whether Phil buys furniture this time. As they tootle through the Cotswolds, Phil picks up a Victorian marmalade cutter while Roo hopes a small 16th-century bronze thimble will earn her a big profit. Who's for croquet in Cheltenham? Roo detours to a manicured lawn to learn about the game, while Phil ponders about Malmesbury's most famous philosopher.
In this edition, veteran antiquers Charlie Ross and James Braxton start out among the hop gardens and orchards of Kent, before visiting the county's finest antique shops. Along the way, they explore a Cold War submarine and discover how Pocahontas came to Kent, before arriving at an auction in Washington, West Sussex.
The second outing for Charlie Ross and James Braxton takes them to Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire. Along the way, take in some of the finest Roman mosaics in Britain and discover the story of an Arts and Crafts masterpiece, before heading towards a Wokingham auction.
At the halfway point of their trip, James Braxton and Charlie Ross shop their way from Buckinghamshire to the Cotswolds. On the way, they take a trip along the towpath of the Grand Union canal and find out about the work of the codebreakers of World War One, before heading to auction at Wotton-under-Edge.
On their penultimate journey, Charlie Ross and James Braxton travel from Glastonbury to Frome by way of Exmoor. James hopes an antibacterial purchase will see him clean up at auction, while Charlie covets some Edwardian silver candlesticks. The pair also visit a gothic cathedral in Wells and discover the story, and taste, of Porlock Bay oysters.
In this edition, Charlie Ross and James Braxton visit antique shops in Somerset, Devon and Dorset and enjoy a quick dip in the waters of the English Riviera, before the competition is decided by the final lots at the auction in Dorchester.
In this edition, Anita Manning and Charles Hanson set out on a new road trip around the antique shops of west Scotland. Along the way, they find out about Glasgow's famous fire-fighting dog and discover how the area once had the biggest sewing machine factory in the world, before ending at an auction in Hamilton.
On their second trip, Anita Manning and Charles Hanson tour Fife, where Charles falls for an old teddy and Anita loses her heart to Shakespeare. In the Scottish Borders, Charles goes on the trail of Hawick's motorcycle racing veteran Jimmie Guthrie, once the fastest man on two wheels in the world, and after a fish tea and the lure of the River Tweed, they head to the auction in Dumfries.
Experts Anita Manning and Charles Hanson are at the midway point of their trip and visit Keswick, Kendal, Cockermouth and Penrith. Anita bags a brass-faced Glasgow-style clock and nets a bargain for less than a pound, and Charles takes on a champion wrestler. Finally, the pair head for auction in Rosewell, Edinburgh.
Experts Anita Manning and Charles Hanson head out on leg four of their jaunt. Anita buys a vintage girls' trike and learns the difference between Scottish and English remembrance poppies at the factory where they are made, while Charles enjoys an 18th-century style tea for under a tenner and gets a lesson in tartan weaving.
Charles Hanson goes native in Scotland and after an unorthodox bargain comes back with a sporran while Anita Manning revives the Auld Alliance with some expensive French transactions. While Anita is reduced to tears by Charles's attempts to master the local lingo, his dancing to a vintage toy record player would make anyone weep. It's a final fling on this Caledonian buying adventure but who will be on their last legs at the auction over the border in North Shields?
A new road trip adventure begins for experts Paul Laidlaw and Margie Cooper in a Morris Minor. Starting in Lincolnshire they take aim for North Yorkshire and an auction in Harrogate. Margie's visit to a haunted antique shop sees her trying to contact the other side. She also picks up a bevy of antiques, including a rather large Royal Dux figurine. Paul is on the scent of militaria and picks up some rather interesting plunder.
The second leg of the road trip for Paul Laidlaw and Margie Cooper kicks off in medieval York as they motor their Morris Minor to auction in Darlington. Paul learns about the man credited as the 'father of aviation' and the story of how this aristocrat sent his footman skyward in a hand-built wooden plane, with obvious consequences. Meanwhile, Margie hears about a 19th-century beast wrestler who championed British wildlife. Hoping for a repeat of his £20,000 success in last series, Paul has high hopes for a mysterious little Islamic pot. Margie's on the right track for profits when she secures a great deal on a Hornby train set.
Paul Laidlaw and Margie Cooper have reached the half way point on their humdinger of a journey. The rain fails to dampen spirits in Scarborough but the roof on their convertible Morris Minor remains firmly shut. On the way to an auction in Rotherham, Paul indulges his top two passions of militaria and collecting as he hears about a hero of the First World War who continued to spend a fortune on collectibles while under fire in the trenches. Margie heads to Whitby to find out about local sailors who went to sea in birds' nests. A big drum, a little horseshoe and a World War Two tunic are amongst the interested lots going under the gavel. But has Paul gambled too much of his kitty?
Paul Laidlaw blows a massive horn on this leg of the road trip, while his travelling companion Margie Cooper goes totally bananas in a hothouse at Chatsworth House. Their reliable Morris Minor takes them from Chesterfield to auction in Leicester. On the way, Paul gets excited about bus conductors, while Margie sweetens the deal with a very peculiar honey separator. Paul's vast knowledge of militaria helps him uncover an unusual collectible from the First World War, though it's questionable whether anyone in the saleroom will know what it is. Margie hopes a gruesome find will attract big bids.
It's the last outing for intrepid antiquers Margie Cooper and Paul Laidlaw. On this final leg, they're shopping in Warwickshire before the last auction in Shrewsbury. Margie goes into hiding, picks up a pair of binoculars and hunts for rare birds. Paul has some fun in Coventry - ditching the Morris Minor, taking to two wheels and a penny farthing. But the big battle comes down to the little lots at auction - Margie's Victorian miniature shoes go up against Paul's tiny toy gun. Who'll be crowned champion of this Road Trip?
Raj Bisram and Catherine Southon begin a new antiquing adventure, each with £200 in their pockets. On this leg they kick off in Cambridge and end at an auction in Beccles, Suffolk. Catherine detours to Prickwillow, Cambridgeshire, to find out the centuries-old battle to control nature and drain 400,000 hectares of land, known as the Fens. Raj heads to Thetford in Norfolk to learn all about one of the most radical thinkers and writers of the 1700s, who went on to influence both the American and French revolutions. Catherine falls for an 18th-century silk tapestry and discovers a delightful Victorian letter seal. Meanwhile, Raj punts for a Francis Flint print and some silver candelabras. In a competitive race to be crowned winner of the first leg, will it be Queen Catherine or King Raj?
The second leg of Raj Bisram and Catherine Southon's trip begins in Norwich, Norfolk, and ends at an auction in Colchester, Essex. A detour to Swaffham has Raj learn about this quaint market town's unlikely connection to Tutankhamun, while Catherine hears about the region's most ferocious warrior queen - the legendary Boudica. Raj blows almost his entire budget and an arm-wrestle haggle gets him nowhere, while canny Catherine purchases a little silver skier for a few pounds.
Raj Bisram and Catherine Southon reach the halfway point of their road trip. Starting in Suffolk, they are headed for an auction in Bourne, Lincolnshire. Catherine gets to the point with a propelling pencil, while Raj hopes to get ahead at auction with some 19th-century Italian hatpins. Detours around East Anglia give an opportunity for Catherine to learn how melons have helped to save millions of lives, while Raj meets an endangered horse with a significant history in these parts.
Catherine Southon and Raj Bisram are headed to the land of bakewell tarts and strong blue cheese in beautiful Derbyshire. This penultimate leg sees them headed to Worcestershire for the auction. Catherine hopes 19th-century French opera glasses will hit the right note, while Raj hopes some tin-based royal memorabilia will attract big bids. Raj is distracted from antique hunting by some sweet and savoury local delicacies. Catherine ditches the MG classic car for transport by tram as she hears all about the women of World War I who instigated the first unionised strike for equal pay in Britain.
Catherine Southon and Raj Bisram embark on the final stage of their road trip. Travelling in a classic MG, the duo crossed the country, starting in East Anglia and destined for Bristol. Catherine hopes to be top dog with two porcelain Staffordshire poodles, while Raj has pinned his hopes on a spinning globe. However, it's the battle over a Scottish snuff mull that both experts are attracted to. On the way, Catherine visits Leamington Spa to hear the town's connection to the assassination of one of Hitler's inner circle. Raj, meanwhile, heads to Solihull to take a ride on a motorbike that won races and helped win the war.
Tim Medhurst and Christina Trevanion squeeze into an MG Midget and hit the puddles of a rather rainy south west England. Christina travels at high speed on a historic rescue boat developed by Lawrence of Arabia, while Tim aims for the sky to tell the story of unsung hero, early aviator Bertram Dickson. Christina makes some canny speculative purchases, but Tim, all guns blazing on his first ever road trip, blows more than half his budget on a rare collection of military memorabilia. Who dares wins?
Experienced road tripper Christina Trevanion and her new travelling companion Tim Medhurst continue round the south west of England. A classic car and a historic boat help them advance their adventure in antiques. Christina goes caving to uncover the little-known story of maturing cheddar cheese before setting her sights on a very old egg. Tim, meanwhile, has a lesson in firefighting. An emu, a kangaroo and a frog all head to Exeter to go under the gavel. Excitement around one lot leaves an expert with a very fat piggy and loads of cash to take on the next trip.
Tim Medhurst and Christina Trevanion's road trip reaches its third leg. While rookie Tim continues his tobacco habit with a Boer War pipe, Christina offers a sermon from behind a Victorian lectern. Touring the counties of Somerset and Devon, Tim scales a 500-foot cliff while Christina climbs a wardrobe. Which of them will reach dizzy heights at auction?
After an encounter with some wild ponies in the New Forest, Christina Trevanion turns farrier while Tim Medhurst buys a horse, hoping to gallop after her. Will a George III commode help Christina her along or prove to be an obstacle? And will Tim's soggy bottom slow him down? The joys of driving a convertible classic car are revealed! In the spirit of the Auld Alliance, Christina spies some Scottish treasure while Tim fancies some French fashionistas of a bygone age.
It is the final stretch, and Tim Medhurst and Christina Trevanion head through the Cotswolds and on to Wales. Tim gets to ring some very big bells while Christina calls in on a design museum and harks back to the utility furniture of the war and postwar era. Coin expert Tim finally buys a coin - it costs him a mint. Jewel magpie Christina stocks up on silver, diamonds and rubies. Whose treasure trove will be worth a king's ransom at the final auction? And who will be crowned winner?
Charles Hanson and Margie Cooper begin a new road trip in the Scottish Highlands. Charles chooses between a 19th-century winged angel's head and a huge bronze bear, while for Margie it's a large majolica cheese dome. Will it be a stinker at auction? Charles traces the family tree of a dog, while Margie hears about a precursor to the NHS set up to help deprived people in Scotland's remote highlands and islands. At auction in Aberdeen, Charles's Edwardian teaspoons go up against Margie's Victorian mirror. Who will be crowned the winner?
Charles Hanson and Margie Cooper continue their road trip in Scotland, pointing their classic car towards an auction in the Borders. Deep in the Trossachs Forest Charles finds out about axe-wielding women, including one 94-year-old with a tale to tell. Margie heads to the River Clyde to learn about a local firm who revolutionised how ships were built. A pre-Raphaelite woman catches Margie's eye, and a Russian hallmark attracts Charles - could it just possibly be Faberge?
It is the third leg of Charles Hanson and Margie Cooper's antiques adventure. This time they take their classic car for a cruise through Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear. Charles buys a straw pipe from the Napoleonic era, while Margie goes for a mysterious brass object - but it's a gamble as no-one knows what it actually is. Even a call to knowledgeable Paul Laidlaw draws a blank. In a Gateshead pub Charles is advised how best to use a sword when dancing, and Margie appreciates unlikely works of art produced by coal miners in the 1930s. It's a busy auction in Burnley. Will anyone know what Margie's brass thing is? Can Charles's Qianlung-period dish attract big bids? And who will celebrate with a bottle of 1966 champagne?
Margie Cooper and Charles Hanson go on an antiques escapade through Yorkshire. Feeling the heat in Harrogate, it's time to strip off and cool down like a Victorian. Charles uncovers some legal papers dating back some 400 years - will £200 spent on a toss of a coin prove a costly mistake? Margie hopes a large album of Second World War maps will find her a big profit at auction. Margie detours to end up in a very, very dark barn before enjoying some tasty rhubarb crumble. Then it is time for the all-important auction in Leeds.
Margie Cooper and Charles Hanson reach the final leg of their trip and steer their classic car through Yorkshire. Charles decides to spend as much of his kitty as possible, hoping a bigger outlay will result in huge profits. He goes for age, too, finding a pair of expensive 17th-century oak chairs. Margie also goes 17th century but finds a crib that's much more within budget. Off the beaten track, Charles plays a game known as the poor man's golf, though he struggles to score any points. Margie learns about a local glass manufacturer with a royal seal of approval. The final auction is in Harrogate. Will it be the U-boat binoculars or the Victorian lamp that decides the winner?
Catherine Southon and Paul Laidlaw squeeze into a very small classic car on their latest antiques-hunting adventure. These two treasure seekers are old chums who have battled it out before. Road Trip record holder Paul usually wins, of course, but maybe this time it will be differen.? Can Catherine's cold-painted peacock attract higher bids that his porcelain god of Mars? On this first leg they start out deep in Sherwood Forest and manoeuvre towards a tense auction in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. En route they visit the Museum of the Horse and find out all about the 17th-century Siege of Newark.
It is day two, and Catherine Southon and Paul Laidlaw are motoring their open-topped roadster along the byways of Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Powys and Gloucestershire. Paul plumps for some handcuffs, while Catherine picks up some cute puppies. The pair also take in a tour of one of Britain's finest little Norman churches and discover the story of the lost art of Worcester glove manufacturing, before whizzing off to an exciting auction in the Shropshire town of Newport.
It is the halfway point of the trip for Catherine Southon and Paul Laidlaw, and their shiny red roadster called Mog, who are shopping their way from Wrexham to the black country - a few minor motor repairs notwithstanding. Paul bags himself a piggy bank, while Catherine opts for something distinctly oriental, but will their plans pay off at the auction? On the way, they take a trip across the world's tallest aqueduct at Pontcysyllte and find out about the incredible Victorian tile boom in Jackfield, before heading to the Penkridge auction.
It is the fourth day of the trip for experts Catherine Southon and Paul Laidlaw. A visit to Birmingham reveals there are more canals in there than in Venice. Paul takes a water taxi to uncover some antique goodies, including one grisly find that features gallows and a hanged man. Catherine picks up a Cartier-branded lighter at a bargain price, much to Paul's annoyance. The programme breaks from the shops to discover the story of the real Peaky Blinders and seeks out the Elizabethan carpenter who was canonised for his crafty priest hides. It's then off to Broughton Astley in Leicestershire for the auction.
It is the last leg of the trip for Catherine Southon and Paul Laidlaw, not to mention their little red roadster called Mog. An extremely circuitous open road has somehow brought them all the way from Sherwood Forest to a corner of Worcestershire. They now visit antique shops in Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and Northamptonshire, but who will win at the thrilling final auction in Middle Littleton? They also visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon to find out about a 19th-century, Bard-inspired American actor. Expect mind games, French games, rugby football games and drama.
Experts Arusha 'Roo' Irvine and James Braxton brave the snow to find the choicest antiques, travelling up the east coast from Northumberland to Edinburgh. Roo falls in love with one of her purchases and decides to wear it, while James plumps for something distinctly lavatorial. But will they be feeling flush after the auction in Leith? En route, they investigate a smuggler's very palatial hiding place and get a taste for some local delicacies.
Antiques experts Roo Irvine and James Braxton journey from Cumbria to Liverpool in their 66 Mustang. Roo has a hankering for some curious military items and some of her favourite glassware, while James finds something that will help him attain the perfect physique. But will they be feeling buff at the auction in Liverpool? On the way, they head to the pub to find out how excessive drinking was curbed during World War One, and discover the women who scaled great heights in the pursuit of equality in the Lake District.
Antiques hunters Roo Irvine and James Braxton scour the shops of Liverpool and Manchester, on the lookout for beautiful old things. En route, they hear the David and Goliath story of women's football at the turn of the 20th century, and in Liverpool, they uncover the history of black seafarers. James makes a beeline for some brass and copper tea-making equipment, while Roo is smitten by an enormous piece of ceramic. But who will be victorious when the hammer falls at auction in Rotherham?
Antiques hunters Roo Irvine and James Braxton meander through the Midlands on their way to auction in Lytham St Annes in Lancashire. On the way they discover hidden talents and scary shops. Roo has to make her money go a long way this time and takes a shine to some carriage lamps, while James meets his namesake and haggles over a box of fossils. Roo finds out how Stockport became a major producer of hats, and James gets has a go at the fast-paced sport of harness racing.
It's the final leg of the jaunt with antiques experts James Braxton and Roo Irvine as they head back up the north west coast on the hunt for precious artefacts. En route, Roo heads far out into Morecambe Bay to look for a local delicacy, and James runs away to Blackpool to join the circus. James spends big, picking up some furniture made from his favourite material - and a Michelangelo! Comeback kid Roo finds an object with equine interest, but will it make enough cash at the York auction for her to pip James to the Road Trip title?
Long-time expert Philip Serrell is joined in the classic car by newcomer Louise Gostelow. They are travelling around the east of England on a hunt to find the most profitable antiques to take to auction. Phil fishes out some distinctly coastal clobber while Louise sticks with the nautical theme and buys a little yacht. But will it be plain sailing at the auction in Colchester? Along the way, Louise learns the little-known reason why piers exist, and Phil hears the story of one brave fisherman's contribution to the war effort.
Experts Phillip Serrell and Louise Gostelow motor their classic car along the B roads of Essex and Suffolk. Road Trip newcomer Louise gambles every penny of her kitty in a valiant effort to unseat her rival, but Phil sees value in a lady's head and a very gruesome torso of a man. What will bidders in the Norfolk town of Acle make of these grisly finds when they go under the hammer? Phil trades in the classic car for a steam-powered vehicle, while Louise visits an Essex farm that changed social care around the world.
The third outing for Philip Serrell and Louise Gostelow sees our experts travelling the Lincolnshire countryside in an effort to find the best antiques to take to auction. Phillip finds an antique that's been around the world, as well as an antique globe. Dog lover Louise find a very rare King Charles Spaniel - a jelly mould like no other. It all makes for an exciting auction in Lincoln. En route there's time for Lou to enjoy some fish and chips and hear an intriguing story to accompany her tasty supper. Phil chooses lamb - the woolly kind - to learn why a particular rare breed was once the most expensive livestock in the country.
Experts Phil Serrell and Louise Gostelow are scouring the antiques emporiums of Lincolnshire looking for very old things that will make a profit at auction. Louise learns why Bomber Command pilots kept knives in their boots and always carried handkerchiefs. Phil detours from the shops to meet a noisy man in Skegness. True to form, Phil is drawn to rust, picking up a pig trough. Louise finds time to help a farmer cross a river with a fox and goose - it's an incredibly complicated riddle. Journey's end is in Battle, where Lou and Phil go head to head. Who will come out of this one as winner?
It's the final outing for Philip Serrell and Louise Gostelow. They've ended up in Sussex, and their classic car in pointed towards that last auction in Brighton. Louise ends up in a beret and, with brush in hand, recreates a very old form of English art. Meanwhile, dog lover Phil shows some serious cat-titude when he ends up learning about the history of some the country's favourite felines. At the last auction it's the battle of the dogs. Which will attract the biggest bid - Phil's silver boxer or Louise's bronze puppy? And who will be crowned champion road tripper?
Stephanie Connell and Charlie Ross travel from Sevenoaks to auction at Folkestone, learning the story of the Kent cobnut harvest along the way.
Stephanie Connell and Charlie Ross travel to an auction at Greenwich, taking in biscuit tins, a milking stool and an arts and crafts mirror along the way.
At the halfway point of the road trip, dealer Stephanie Connell and auctioneer Charlie Ross shop for antiques from Dunstable to Wotton-under-Edge.
Stephanie Connell and Charlie Ross shop for antiques in south Wales, before going to auction in the Worcestershire village of Middle Littleton.
Stephanie Connell and Charlie Ross hit the open road from Sevenoaks in Kent to the east Midlands and finally to auction in Market Harborough.
We're off on a brand new jaunt with antiques experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Philip Serrell, gallivanting around sunny Lincolnshire in their sporty Sunbeam Alpine. Natasha finds an item that brings back memories of a missed opportunity, one that she is determined not to repeat. Philip has his eye on something that will help keep his scarf clean at mealtimes. But will the bidders have an appetite for their items at the auction? On the road, Philip pops into Grantham to find a very old and hidden library, while Natasha gets her hands dirty building a traditional Lincolnshire dwelling, before heading to an auction at Little Bytham.
The second leg of the trip sees experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Philip Serrell hunting for the finest treasures that the antiques emporia of the east can provide. Natasha takes a fancy to a rather grisly souvenir, while Philip has grand designs on the makings of a small house. On the road, Natasha takes in the glorious glass of Ely Cathedral and Philip goes fishing for the mysterious creature it was named after, before heading to an auction in Nottingham.
Natasha Raskin Sharp and Philip Serrell are in the Peak District, hunting down treasure in the antiques shops across Derbyshire and beyond. Philip looks for divine inspiration at an undertaker's. Natasha, meanwhile, puts all her eggs in one basket and needs go shopping against the clock - but with the shop closing in less than an hour, will she be able to find anything to take to auction? On their travels, Natasha heads for the hills to hear the story of the ramblers who fought for the right to roam, and Philip goes deep underground in search of one of the world's rarest minerals. But who comes out on top at the auction in York?
Natasha Raskin Sharp and Philip Serrell are Yorkshire bound on this penultimate leg of the trip, rummaging for hidden gems in the antiques shops of 'God's Own County'. Natasha finds a big brassy item in a tiny shop and has to negotiate with a Bond villain in training. Philip visits an emporium in rather grand surroundings and gets his hands on some unsavoury prehistoric lumps. But will they go down the pan in the saleroom? Along the way Philip meets the only trombone maker in Britain to learn the evolution of this fascinating instrument, while Natasha saddles up to discover the history of the rocking horse. Who will be riding high at the auction in Louth?
It is the final stretch of this road trip with Natasha Raskin Sharp and Philip Serrell. They both scour the shops around the environs of Sheffield to find something that will give them the edge at the auction. Natasha goes out of her comfort zone when considering some 18th-century pottery but feels more at home when she spots something from the 1970s. Philip opts for some typically 'Serrell' items, as well as chewing over more prehistoric stuff. He also goes out of his way to prove that chivalry isn't dead. On the road, Philip visits a factory using the world-famous Sheffield steel to make some very fine tools, and Natasha heads to the woods for a spot of foraging and some free food. It's going to be a nail biter at their final auction at Saint Annes-on-Sea.
Anita Manning and Paul Laidlaw traverse the Trossachs in a classic car on the first leg of their adventure. Anita, true to form, is drawn to a cabinet containing a silver brooch, while Paul finds a Nasa space spoon and a very rare stool that a royal derriere may have found comfy in 1953. Away from the shops, Anita travels to a small cottage workshop at Kinneil House where renowned Scottish engineer James Watt developed the steam engine that powered the Industrial Revolution. Paul, meanwhile, tries his hand at coopering and discovers why this ancient craft has endured to this day and is vital to the drinks industry.
Paul Laidlaw and Anita Manning ditch the classic car for a ship and a horse on the next leg of their Scottish jaunt. With the Highlands behind them it's time to head to the islands and Lowlands. Christmas comes early for Paul when he uncovers a festive antique. Anita, though, is caught by the piercing gaze of a former Lord Provost of Kilmarnock and whisks him away. But when it comes to the auction in Hamilton all attention is on one particular find.
It is the third leg of Anita Manning and Paul Laidlaw's road trip. This time they are on the Anglo-Scottish border hunting for collectibles and curios to take to auction in Cumbria. Anita hopes a tiny Victorian mechanical pencil will propel her to a big profit, while militaria man Paul falls for a rather unique sweetheart fob watch from the Second World War in the shape of a Tommy helmet. Paul detours to learn why a butcher and his apprentice from a small town in the Scottish Borders devised a sport that is now a global hit. Also expect a pack of dogs who are arguably the cutest in Scotland - a breed with a fascinating story and an intriguing name.
Anita Manning and Paul Laidlaw's road trip sees them journey further south as they scour the Lake District for antiques. The unlikely engineering of a 1950s children's toy excites Paul, while Anita is struck by the poignancy of a child's walking stick from the Victorian era. Paul is distracted from antiques when he gets to grips with a sausage of the long-coiled variety, while Anita learns about the husband and wife who were incarcerated for their beliefs. Both experts allow their hearts to rule their heads and make some gamble purchases. Will they pay off at the Bolton auction?
Anita Manning and Paul Laidlaw reach the final leg of their road trip. With their classic car pointed to Lancashire and West Yorkshire, what antique treasures can they find? As big fan of hats there is little surprise when Anita splashes out on a deep sea diver's helmet. Paul, however, can't believe his luck when he uncovers a 200-year-old porcelain sugar bowl priced at just ten pounds. With Anita spending big and Paul keeping the purse strings tight, the result of the final auction in Newcastle might come down to who has played the better strategy.
Raj Bisram and Margie Cooper start a new road trip in the home counties. In spite of a slightly unreliable classic car they eventually end up in Bourne End in time for an auction. In a break from the emporia and antiques centres, Margie detours to the opera for a singing lesson, while Raj tries his hand at one of the world's oldest crafts - but will he be 'wheelie' good? Raj sees a profit in some opticians' paraphernalia on which he gambles half his budget. However, when both experts turn up to auction with a boat it becomes a battle for bidders. Who will sail to victory at the auction on the banks of the River Thames?
Margie Cooper and Raj Bisram continue travelling around the south east of England in a classic car. On their antiques hunt Raj decides to plump for a Chinese theme with his purchases, while Margie finds some sunken treasure. Margie finds time to take a trip back to the Bronze Age to learn about an ancient craft that needed a one-legged stool, whereas Raj breaks from the shops to discover the stark truth of returning veterans during World War I. The auction takes place in Woking.
Raj Bisram and Margie Cooper are halfway through their antiques adventure, and they head to East Sussex for their next auction. Once more Raj gambles a three-figure sum on an antique but will the bidders of Battle find this unusual item of furniture as attractive as he does? Raj also attempts to turn his hand to an ancient local craft, with some success. Margie tries to box clever with her purchases, buying a deed box, a tool box and a hat box. She also puts the shopping on hold to visit a vineyard to learn about the history of British viticulture - and sample a glass of the stuff, too. A sudden flurry of bids on the phone, online and in the saleroom make for an exciting end to this leg of the trip.
It is the penultimate leg of the road trip for Raj Bisram and Margie Cooper. This time they rummage through antiques shops along the West Sussex coast. It is Margie's turn to take a gamble on a big-ticket item, and Raj impresses with a magic touch to bag a bargain. Expect a Sherman tank, a jack russell and a mannequin along the way. Margie takes an antique of an entirely different variety for a spin on the Brighton beach front, while Raj keeps his wits about him and dons protective clothing to learn about the world's oldest alcoholic beverage. When the shopping is done, it is time to head to Winchester for a nail-biting auction.
It is the last leg of the road trip for Raj Bisram and Margie Cooper, not to mention their little French motor. This time they start their antiques hunt in the New Forest before heading west to Exeter for the auction. Margie gambles half of her budget on a chic French antique, and Raj opts for an eclectic mix of curios from clothes pegs to a cheroot case, to a rare piece of TV history. Raj also dives into the history of outdoor swimming, while Margie discovers an incredible art collection gifted to the people of Bournemouth. It all gets terribly emotional when Raj recites a poem revealing his love for Margie. However, their friendship is put on hold as the rivals end up in Exeter for the final sale - who will be crowned the winner of this road trip?
Ex-military man and auctioneer Angus Ashworth challenges David Harper to an antiques duel in Braveheart territory. Armed with a nutcracker, a bear and a swan, will Angus be able to fight off David's punchbowl and shooting stick? Bootscrapers and barometers are pressed into service from antiques emporia in the shires of Stirling and Perth as the campaign marches to the banks of the River Tay. And while David visits the most majestic of trees at Scone Palace, where Scottish monarchs were once crowned, Angus heads to Gleneagles to discover the story of falcons serving king and country in the Second World War. This is a battle royal, but who will raise the standard at auction in Dundee?
David Harper and Angus Ashworth continue their Caledonian capers on the Ayrshire coast. While David picks up some tub chairs for a song on the banks of the River Clyde, Angus boards an old tub designed to save World II aircrew ditched at sea. David takes a shot on the golf course at Prestwick, home of the first Open Championship, where caddies, not just gentlemen, took to the fairways. Flying the flag for the working man, Angus digs up some military cooking pots, a pair of well-used mining lamps and a suspiciously large hip flask. After their border raids they retreat to Cumbria, but who will manoeuvre into pole position at auction?
Angus Ashworth puts both his left feet forward in a spot of Lancashire clog dancing, while David Harper reads from a secret diary written in code which reveals explicit details of a relationship sealed in what might be Britain's first gay marriage, 200 years ago. A pact to surprise one another results in things taking a continental turn - David takes up the accordion, a vintage Italian one, while Angus hopes a French pipe in the shape of a cockerel won't go up in smoke at auction. Unsurprisingly, Angus has to go cap in hand to his last dealer to secure a last purchase, intent on blowing his entire stash once again. Who will salvage their fortunes this time as they make their way to a saleroom in Angus's beloved Yorkshire with a boot load of chimney pots, old cases and a galvanised steel washtub? As they say in these parts, where there's muck there's brass
The Yorkshire Appreciation Society continues its tour of the Ridings, from Halifax to Harrogate. New expert Angus Ashworth and veteran David Harper are happy to be on home turf, but they are becoming ever more competitive. David travels local-style, driving a vintage tractor at the David Brown museum, while foot soldier Angus pays his respects to Annie Bindon Carter, a Sheffield artist who created a business employing First World War amputees. While David plumps for a vintage trouser press, scales and a chestnut roaster, Angus takes up the sword and the powder flask as his weapons of choice. Will military might prevail at the Harrogate auction?
It is the last leg for Angus Ashworth and David Harper, and they park the classic VW and go for a walk. Angus takes the pilgrims' watery route over the sea to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, and David Harper hoofs it up the longest avenue in Scotland at Marchmont House. Raiding antiques shops on both sides of the border, they bag some booty in a last-ditch attempt to win the day. With his head full of saints and relics, Angus is drawn to two rather gothic purchases, while David gets in touch with his militant feminist side, snapping up some hat pins he thinks are of Suffragette origin. As they career towards the finishing line at an auction in Alnwick, it is the last chance for them to show what they are made of.
Charles Hanson and Christina Trevanion are reunited in a classic car, six years since their last Road Trip break. They kick off their coast-to-coast antiques odyssey in Morecambe. Charles flexes his muscles, and his wallet, picking up a 250-year-old table, while Christina takes a heavy horse to the Sheffield auction, in spite of some conservative spending. A messy encounter with a seagull almost ruins one deal for Charles before he takes to the sky himself in Blackpool’s historic flying machine.
Christina Trevanion and Charles Hanson continue their road trip, this time on the Welsh border. In a horse-themed episode, Christina ditches the sporty classic car for four legs as she rides her way into a lesson about the English Civil War, while Charles learns why the gee gees are so important to Chester. Fingers are crossed that a croquet set will prove popular at the Burnley auction, but the star of this episode is Fred – long limbed, heavily bandaged and 110 years old. Will this little bear steal the hearts of the Burnley bidders?
Antique experts Charles Hanson and Christina Trevanion are road tripping around Yorkshire in a vintage vroom vroom, searching for profitable buys from a bygone age. What will prove popular at the Bedale auction? Charles makes an unscheduled pit stop and finds an exciting artefact in a toilet, while Christina is literally dancing for joy with one of her purchases, a lovely 1930s party dress. Our intrepid antiquers also explore some local history. Christina discovers yorkshire terriers weren’t always so cute and cuddly, while Charles hears a story of Victorian ear trumpets.
Antique experts Charles Hanson and Christina Trevanion are road tripping around Yorkshire in a vintage convertible searching for relics of a bygone age they can snap up and sell on for a profit at auction in Rotherham. Christina gets bitten by the keep-fit bug and buys some vintage weights, while Charles purchases an unusual artefact - a Victorian skirt lifter - but only after a demonstration from a blushing dealer. A short detour then allows Christina to learns about a thousand-year-old custom in the village of Ripon, while Charles is given a lesson in medieval archery and explores the ancient walls of York.
Antique experts Christina Trevanion and Charles Hanson are on the last leg of their coast-to-coast journey from Morecambe to Newcastle. Christina buys some quirky curios, while Charles splurges on a multitude of items including a Roman-era ring that he titles the Hanson Hoard. The road trip pit crew leap into action when smoke appears inside the classic car, and all fingers point to Charles for this minor mishap. Our intrepid antiquers also detour away from the local emporiums. Christina visits Northampton, the shoemaking capital of Britain, to discover why and how the industry has thrived for hundreds of years. Charles cycles to meet a historian and hear of a Great War cavalry battalion who used bikes rather than horses.
Auctioneers Catherine Southon and Tim Medhurst get behind the wheel of a magnificent safari-style Land Rover for trip from the South Downs to Christchurch on the Dorset coast. It’s the first time they have been paired together, so who will come out on top at auction? As well as lots of top treasure-seeking along the way, today’s episode also includes a visit to the Wealden Iron Man and the story of the Indian entrepreneur who introduced both curry and shampoo to Britain.
The contest between Catherine Southon and Tim Medhurst remains nicely poised. On this second leg, our pair of affable antiquers are abroad on the highways and mostly byways of Hampshire and Sussex, starting out amongst the fabulous ponies of the New Forest. Decked out in matching tweed, Tim and Catherine will also venture to Southampton Water to discover the ancient and environmentally friendly art of tide milling, and they learn about Portsmouth’s man of the millennium – a cobbler who helped the needy.
It’s the halfway point of our treasure trip. Experts Catherine Southon and Tim Medhurst hit the shops between St Albans and Bushey, with Tim bagging himself a piece of American folk art and Catherine plumping for some items that would serve very well at elevenses. But will their plans pay off at the Hertfordshire auction? Along the way, Tim sends up a drone to check on the ultimate field trial, and Catherine finds out about a man who was pulling out all the stops in the nineteenth century – but can she play to his tune?
The fourth leg of this week's trip sees experts Catherine Southon and Tim Medhurst in the shires. After starting out in Shropshire, they visit Worcestershire, Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. And should the pair get peckish, Tim has some very ‘interesting’ sandwich recipes he’s happy to share. Catherine and Tim also climb the farm track that doubles as one of the oldest motorsport venues in the world and drive a tractor backwards, before heading off to an exciting auction in the town of Stroud to sell some medals and what Tim thinks could be a Roman or Saxon coffin.
It’s the final leg with auctioneers Catherine Southon and Tim Medhurst, as they explore the rolling Cotswold hills in their 1970s off-roader. The extremely circuitous open road has somehow brought them all the way from Rye in Sussex to Cirencester in Gloucestershire, where they encounter ancient artefacts, dry stone walls and lots and lots of sheep. But who will win out at the final auction in Devizes?
Avuncular veteran road tripper James Braxton takes a spin across the south east with youthful novice Izzie Balmer. She’s an auctioneer with a penchant for jewellery, but will she take the crown with her jewels? James gets waylaid by a heady brew of beer and witchcraft, and Izzie bumps into painted ladies and monarchs while discovering how the art of tattooing became popular in the west. A potter’s wheel encourages James to channel his inner Patrick Swayze, while Izzie reveals herself to be more in tune with famous Scottish bard Robert Burns. Tring Tring! Tring Tring! Hello? Yes, they’re on their way to the Hertfordshire town for auction. Who knows whether age or beauty will triumph?
The sunny Izzie Balmer tours Northamptonshire and Bedfordshire with her self-confessed curmudgeonly counterpart James Braxton. However, Izzie’s cakes soon have him eating out of her hand. Izzie goes on a strictly declassified mission to Bletchley Park, where code-breakers cracked messages from Hitler, while James dons a bandana and takes on the cream of English badminton. Mr Braxton takes a measured approach with some wooden rulers and applies his weight test to a Chinese table, and Miss Balmer is dazzled by an expensive ring made of lava from Mount Vesuvius and some glassware made of depleted uranium. Sparks may fly!
James and Izzie are off and running again, and the going is flat. That’s because they’re in the eastern counties of Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. Izzie gets her skates on and finds her bandy legs on the ice for a go at a winter sport that began in the Fens, while our resident gourmand drops a 'clanger', a local delicacy that was once a staple food of those who laboured on the land in these parts.
Izzie and James visit the most easterly town in the country. Izzie potters about in Lowestoft learning about the porcelain 'trifles' manufactured for the 18th-century tourist trade, while James goes crabbing in Cromer. True to form, Izzie just can’t resist the attractions of chairs - Edwardian and Georgian. And James can’t say no to a gigantic wine rack to go with his French cafe table. James is all fired up by a cannonball from a 1672 naval battle, and Izzie is charmed by an art deco necklace. Will age or beauty win the day at auction in Banbury?
For the final leg of their road trip, Izzie and James are touring Izzie’s native Derbyshire, where she tempts the gourmand with some local delicacies. Our keen ambassador for her home county is also on a mission to find Blue John. James, meanwhile, falls for a pretty lady and hopes that an Ashbourne slate fireplace will fan the flames of success. Needless to say, Izzie continues her chair obsession with a matching pair. There’s a blast from the past as James is carried away by the news from the 1780s, while Izzie follows in the tracks of Winston Churchill. But whose will be victory at auction in Lincoln?
We’re travelling in style with antiques experts Arusha Irvine and Angus Ashworth, who are out for a wee saunter around the country lanes of Northern Ireland in their stately, yet elderly, Rolls-Royce. Angus gets a musical welcome to his shopping and has designs on a piece of Victorian furniture made from an unusual material. Roo, meanwhile, seems to be fixated on collecting one particular type of jewellery. But will their tastes match those of the bidders? On their travels, Roo hits the dancefloor to have a go at Irish dancing, while Angus is put through his paces when he trains like a US ranger. They end their journey crossing the Irish Sea and attending a Welsh auction in Wrexham.
Experts Roo Irvine and Angus Ashworth hit the B-roads of south west Wales on the second leg of their hunt for antique treasures. After losing a bundle on the last auction, Angus is having to stretch his tiny budget a long way if he has any hope of catching up with his rival. Roo has no such worries, although the luxury car lifestyle that their Rolls-Royce affords them has gone to her head. Amidst all the shopping, Angus takes to the water in a particularly Welsh boat, while Roo finds out exactly what the Welsh do with all those sheep. They’re heading to an auction in Carmarthen, where there might be a few surprises, one of which relates to Angus’s ancestry.
It’s the midpoint of the road trip for antiques experts Roo Irvine and Angus Ashworth as they continue to scour the shops of south Wales for all things antique. After a huge profit at the last auction, one expert takes a big punt on a piece of local history that might not be that local after all. Another has to shop more cautiously, having lost a bundle last time out. But it seems memorabilia from Hollywood’s golden age is very affordable. Away from the shops, Angus goes down to the beach to hunt for a particular Welsh delicacy, and Roo ventures on the high seas to find the story of a boat that has saved thousands of lives. They cross the border for an auction in the Cotswolds, but will the people of Wotton-under-Edge rate their purchases?
We’re wandering the West Country with antiques experts Roo Irvine and Angus Ashworth. As both of them are fans of a clotted cream tea, it’s little wonder why they’ve ended up in Devon and Somerset. Roo is having to make her money go a long way yet gets her hands on some hefty items. Angus, meanwhile, seems to find reminders of his home everywhere he looks. Away from the shops, Roo comes face to face with Exmoor’s equine inhabitants. Angus bares all at a once quite exclusive beach that can only be accessed by tunnel – though he wishes the water were warmer. The duo end up at an auction in Exmouth, where they find out if their lots bring them success or disaster.
It's the end of the road for two enthusiastic experts Roo Irvine and Angus Ashworth, hitting the antiques shops of the West Country once more in search of interesting artefacts to take to their final auction. Roo is having to manage her money very carefully, but she’s got her eye on a very large and dangerous-looking farming implement. Although he’s in a much better financial position, it’s Angus feeling the pressure, but he still has time to knock out a 'tune' on one of his purchases. Roo takes a break from shopping and heads off to a funfair where, as well as winning a coconut, she finds out how the travelling fairs helped to boost morale during the Great War. Angus heads to Plymouth to discover the turbulent history of gin, before having a go as a master distiller, chin chin. It all comes to the crunch at their final auction in Clevedon. Who will emerge victorious?
Philip Serrell and Stephanie Connell are antiques-hunting in Cumbria. They sally forth from Cockermouth and point their 1960s classic car towards an auction near Kendal. Phil visits a boatyard for an unlikely purchase before heading deep underground for a history lesson. Steph meets a relative of a local lord who spent the family fortune but has left a remarkable sporting legacy. Both experts decide to buy chairs. Phil plumps for a rocker, while Steph goes Arts and Crafts. But when the classic car breaks down, Steph regrets buying a very heavy antique.
Expert Steph Connell has a big surprise for Phil Serrell on his birthday as they continue their road trip adventure. Setting off from Dumfries and Galloway, they head to an auction showdown in Edinburgh. Phil skips an antiques shop to visit a book shop and leaves with a novel buy. Steph puts on some wellies and heads upstream to the highest village in the country in the hope of finding a gold nugget in the freezing waters. At the auction, the two experts go head to head with classic Scottish souvenir ware, but who’ll come out on top?
It’s the midway point for Phil Serrell and Steph Connell as they cruise Caledonia in their 1960s classic car. Steph becomes puppet master as she tours the Scottish Borders in pursuit of profits, but Phil is distracted by the local cuisine. At the end of the first day’s shopping, all he’s bought is some lunch. With a belly full of square sausage, will he have the energy to find antiques to take to the auction in Hamilton or just suffer from indigestion? When the shopping finally gets underway, it’s a chic French sign that excites Steph, while Phil continues to be distracted by food with the most peculiar buy of the trip so far - a very old potato chipper. One thing’s for sure: one huge antique purchase certainly won’t fit in the boot of the classic car.
We’re back in Scotland for the penultimate leg of this road trip with expert antiquers Philip Serrell and Stephanie Connell. Phil finds his sea legs with a spot of sailing in the Firth of Clyde, whilst Steph tries her hand at weaving tartan on a traditional Renfrewshire loom. Perhaps a new scarf for Phil? A visit to a salvage emporium means Phil is in his element as he discovers a cabinet that once displayed one of the world’s most expensive books. There’s a nautical theme when our pair navigate their way to an auction showdown in Dunfermline: Steph is up a creek with her paddle, while shipmate Phil’s binnacle makes waves.
It’s Steph Connell and Phil Serrell’s final adventure, and they’re crossing three counties in pursuit of north east England’s most profitable antiques. With Steph playing catch up, Phil makes the most expensive purchase of his trip, but will he be struck with buyer’s remorse? Will Steph’s discovery of a gramophone be music to her ears? Steph tries her hand at playing the bagpipes in Hexham, whilst Phil finds out how coal mining led to the development of Britain’s rail network. He gets the jitters before the final auction in Darlington, but is he right to be worried?
The Home Counties host antiques experts Catherine Southon and James Braxton, paired together for the first time. It’s friendly but competitive from the off as they settle in to their stately motor, a 1969 Rover P5. The duo banter, barter and browse as they shop for bargains to take to auction. And they both take detours along the way. Catherine hears how one of the UK’s most popular flowers was saved from extinction, while James takes a ride in a car manufactured in 1902 and learns all about a family business that began in the late 19th century and still makes vehicles today. But their focus is firmly fixed on finding the best antiques, with a starting budget of £200. For Catherine small is beautiful, while James prefers the large and noisy. Who will win the day and make the most profit when their items go under the hammer in Bourne End?
Antiques Road Trip veterans Catherine Southon and James Braxton are on the second leg of their five-part expedition, acquiring the very best antiques their budget allows. Pride and profits are at stake, and with Catherine in the lead after winning the last auction, James is determined to close the gap. This time they hit the road in Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the West Midlands. James ends up on stage for an impromptu performance at the Royal Shakespeare Company, while Catherine discovers the little-known history of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. Both experts go potty for papier-mâché, but will it be the pretty writing box or the pair of prop cannon that makes the most profit? That’s if James and Catherine make it to the sale room - there’s confusion as to whether they’re heading to the correct auction. Will they ever make it to Shropshire?
With a mere £70 between them, the battle is on! Catherine Southon and James Braxton are back on the road in their fabulous 1969 Rover, county hopping from Leicestershire to South Yorkshire. Both borrow their rival’s tactics this time around. Catherine buys whatever takes her fancy – and that includes a very Braxton-style purchase in the shape of a table. Meanwhile, James goes arts and crafts crazy and, in a very Catherine-like move, spends just a fraction of his budget. Away from the antiques hunt, Catherine learns all about the bravery and glory of the Staffordshire Regiment, their very proud doggy mascot and the story of the most decorated soldier of the Great War – a man who never fired a gun. James discovers the local delicacy little known outside the region but key to sustaining the pottery workers in the 18th and 19th centuries. And he gets baking with a local baker who still makes traditional Staffordshire oatcakes today. But when the gavel comes down in Elsecar, South Yorkshire there can be only one winner.
It’s the fourth leg of Catherine Southon and James Braxton’s road trip, and success at the last auction means one expert has double the kitty of their rival. There’s pride at stake as our pair head across Derbyshire and Leicestershire to an auction in Bedford in their stately classic 1969 Rover. The twosome’s shopping choices could not be more diverse. How do Catherine’s 18th-century caryatid carvings measure up against James’s very old bowl of marbles? And away from the antiques, Catherine gets steamed up on the heritage Great Central Railway, and James goes potty about pottery. It’s a romp and a half, and with a mix up over one item and a costly gamble on another, who will come out on top in the penultimate auction?
It is crunch time! With just six pounds separating them, veteran antiques trippers Catherine Southon and James Braxton battle it out on the final leg of their adventure. They travel through Cambridgeshire and Suffolk to Bourne in Lincolnshire in their smart and stately 1969 Rover P5. Along the way, Catherine meets a stallion in Newmarket, the home of thoroughbred horse racing, and even takes a ride herself. And James dips for wildlife on the Fens while discovering the influential banker whose passion for the environment led to conservation as we know it today. Back on the antiques trail, our terrific twosome seek out the best buys as they go head to head at the Lincolnshire auction. But will a jug in the shape of an owl or a biscuit tin in the form of a travelling trunk make the biggest profit?
Road Tripping favourites Charlie Ross and Izzie Balmer start their antiques hunt in the bucolic Cotswold town of Stow-on-the-Wold. They’re pointing their 1960s classic car to Wales via Gloucestershire in the hunt for profit-making collectables. Charlie’s campaign for brown furniture is momentarily put on hold when he picks up a military first aid kit for a quite intimate area. Can he secure it for a rock-bottom price? Izzie’s eclectic mix of buys include a toast rack and a tutti-frutti bowl. Izzie detours from the shops to head to the oldest Welsh mountain pony stud in the world to discover the incredible history of one of Wales’s native breeds. Meanwhile, Charlie finds himself in Cirencester unlocking the city’s fascinating past at the centre of the Roman Empire. The story is right beneath his feet! A nail-biting auction in Cardiff concludes this first leg, and an unexpected big profit puts one Tripper firmly in the lead.
Charlie and Izzie continue their B-road romp, pointing their classic car towards Surrey. Gemologist Izzie finds a piece of jewellery that causes quite a stir at auction, while Charlie’s passion for furniture in all shades of brown sees him uncover a very rare table that sparks a frenzy of bids at the Dorking auction. Ditching the classic car, Charlie heads down river in a desperate attempt to keep eels swimming, while Izzie looks up to the sky in admiration of Britain’s first female astronomer.
Experts Charlie Ross and Izzie Balmer find themselves weaving their classic car through the B-roads of the North Wessex Downs. Charlie decides to play Izzie at her own game and hunts for sparkly antiques. However, he's soon distracted by an exquisite Edwardian box that holds a surprise. Izzie rolls up her sleeves and rummages in a shop's store room. What goodies will she uncover? During a break from shopping, Charlie learns how an ancient Egyptian toe has relevance to advances in medical science today, and Izzie discovers how silk production moved from China to these shores and why the location of a mill made the area famous for the luxury fabric. Then it's on to an exciting auction in Exeter.
It's the fourth leg of our trip with experts Izzie Balmer and Charlie Ross. After a quick lesson in how to identify different wood, Izzie gambles on some brown furniture – but is it made from beech or ash? Charlie, meanwhile, ends up in a shop's storeroom and uncovers an antique he's never before seen but is confident will excite the bidders of Sidmouth. Izzie rests from shopping and goes on a nature ramble in the footsteps of one of the world's first ecologists, Gilbert White, the man who influenced Charles Darwin. And Charlie hears a story of industrial espionage, religious persecution and people smuggling, and why all this meant one small town would become world famous for... carpets. All roads lead to auction in the seaside town of Sidmouth. But who will be buying celebratory ice creams for the journey home?
Captain Izzie Balmer and first mate Charlie Ross are sailing to the Isle of Wight for their final leg of this road trip. It's an action-packed episode – Charlie rips his trousers while on horseback, Izzie ditches the classic car in favour of a speedboat, and will they miss the last ferry back to the mainland? Charlie falls for a brass jardiniere stand, but there's a problem with the price ticket that only the dealer can resolve. Izzie, when not devouring fish and chips, relies on her jewellery expertise to identify some ruby and diamond earrings. Izzie takes to the waves to hear about the history of the merchant navy and the school that prepares mariners for a life at sea. Charlie, meanwhile, learns about one of the first amusement parks in the country and why the jaw of a whale toppled Queen Mary's hat. Our experts go into auction battle one last time in Battle, East Sussex. Izzie's silver brooch is up against Charlie's silver pen, but which expert will take gold and win the final leg of the trip?
The start of a brand new Road Trip with a fresh-faced expert making a debut appearance. Old hand Angus Ashworth is showing 'new boy' Steven Moore the ropes in the first of a five leg adventure. Steven is a former dealer, auctioneer and museum curator and has been valuing antiques on the telly for years. However, has he got what it takes to beat veteran Tripper Angus when it comes to finding valuable antiques? Their 1960 Hillman Super Minx fires up in the Scottish Borders, and purrs towards an auction in the Lake District at Crooklands, near Kendal. As well as lots of top treasure seeking, today’s episode also includes the story of the country’s greatest archers and a trip to a part of Scotland that’s slowly revealing its secrets to archaeologists.
It’s the second leg of the trip and our two chums, Steven Moore and Angus Ashworth, plus their shiny, white Hillman Super Minx called ‘Betty’, are shopping their way along the byways of Scotland. Yorkshireman Angus bags something aromatic and coffee related, while Geordie new boy Steven plumps for a little treasure from his fellow tripper’s back yard in Yorkshire. But will their plans pay off at the auction? On the way, we visit Scotland’s largest lowland loch to find out about a fascinating former resident who made a dramatic escape from imprisonment and also take a crash course in chemistry. All before heading to the sale room at Kinbuck.
It’s the halfway point of our treasure trip, and experts Angus Ashworth and Steven Moore are still having fun in bonnie Scotland. Today they take the low road which is just as well considering their 1960s Hillman Minx has serious issues with hills! Auctioneer Angus, a Yorkshireman, thinks his Scottish name might somehow help him in the haggle. While Steven, a Geordie and former auctioneer, dealer and curator - prefers to subtly roll his ‘R’s… On the way to a saleroom back below the border in Clitheroe, they discover the well-spring of water polo and enjoy a very soggy Highland Games. Expect swimming costumes and caber tossing.
It’s the fourth leg of our trip with experts Steven Moore and Angus Ashworth and they get an awful lot closer to home. After clocking up the miles in lovely lowland Scotland their Hillman Super Minx will today be hitting the byways of Derbyshire and Yorkshire. Angus and Steven also visit a couple of venerable survivors from the Industrial Revolution and enjoying yet more delicious indigenous pastry products, before heading off to an exciting auction in the North Yorkshire town of Bedale. But will Angus’s crystal ball prophecy prove correct?
It’s the final leg with our experts and new-found chums Steven Moore and Angus Ashworth. Not to mention their sparkling white 1960 Hillman Super Minx called Betty. Today they’re out and about in the North East of England. The extremely circuitous open road having somehow taken hundreds of miles to get there from nearby Melrose in the Scottish Borders. There will be Whitby jet, the sheep of the beautiful North York Moors and even a trip back north to Dundee. Plus, Steven takes up painting in the footsteps of the ‘Northern Impressionists’ and Angus decides to go for gold and parts with a small fortune. He’ll need a good sit down afterwards though!
We’ve popped over the Irish Sea for a road trip that takes in all the delights that Northern Ireland has to offer. Antiques experts Louise Gostelow and David Harper are on the tourist trail in their classic Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet, seeing the sights and snapping up bargains. David discovers a whole new way of haggling - the Ballymena Bargain - while Louise, who employs a more traditional negotiating technique, gets to grips with a tin toy till. But will either of them cash in when they get to auction? David visits the oldest distillery in the world for a drop of 'uisce beatha', the water of life, while Louise heads to the coast to sample some seaweed. Then it’s off to the big city, Belfast, for an auction that goes on into the night.
Louise Gostelow and David Harper continue their adventures in Northern Ireland. As they hit the shops, David gets quite a shock when he gets his hands on a Victorian cure-all. He also sneakily muscles in on Louise’s strategy for success at the auction. She finds an ally whilst out shopping, someone who knows David of old and has a score to settle. But which tactic will reap the most rewards? Along the way, Louise discovers the inspiring story of a formidable Belfast woman who fought tirelessly for social change, and David travels back to Ireland’s ancient past to hear the tales of this land’s legendary heroes. Then it’s time to say goodbye to Northern Ireland as they head off to an auction in Lancashire for a dogfight.
Our two roadtrippers, Louise Gostelow and David Harper, embark on the north western leg of their antiques odyssey - as soon as they work out which way up the map goes. They hit the B roads in their old VW Beetle, scouring Lancashire and Cumbria for items of interest. After David came a cropper at the last auction, courtesy of a pair of pooches, he finds another four-legged friend to fall in love with. Louise makes a furry friend of her own, but she’ll have to do some extreme rummaging to unearth the all-important missing key. Along the way, Louise gets down to work in a dairy, finding out about the man who standardised the method for making Lancashire cheese, and David heads into the Lake District to find out why the woods around Windermere once rang with the sound of industry. Then it’s off to Cheshire for an exciting auction in Runcorn.
We’re wandering through Wales in the company of Louise Gostelow and David Harper, on the fourth leg of this trip. They’ll be practicing a few 'useful' Welsh phrases, hoping to endear themselves to the antiques dealers in the area. On their travels, Louise samples a British first - a drink that sold all around the world before it took off in its hometown - and David heads to the coast to hear the melodious sounds of a Welsh male voice choir, before unleashing his own vocal stylings on an unsuspecting audience. On the shopping front, Louise is hoping to be sitting pretty with her ever-growing collection of chairs - and the odd bit of ammunition thrown in for good measure. David, meanwhile, is trying to step out of his comfort zone. He’s on a mission to buy things he doesn’t have the first clue about. We’ll find out which strategy pays off when they hit the auction room in Liverpool.
We’re nearing the end of the road for our two adventurous antiquers, Louise Gostelow and David Harper. They’re out on the windy moors of West Yorkshire, hoping to bag an item or two to take to their final auction. Louise is looking to clean up as she gets her hands on a very early labour-saving device, as well as an illuminating bit of retro chic. David takes a shine to some theatre seats, but things get complicated when he tries to work out how many he can afford. He also has his eye on a saddle for a camel, which is bound to be indispensible in Yorkshire. Whilst out and about, David heads to Huddersfield to hear about the history of rugby league, before facing off against two big players of the game, both in reputation and stature. Meanwhile, Louise has her honour fought for by an actual knight in shining armour when she finds out about the development of jousting. Then it’s off to their final tournament in the seaside town of Scarborough. Who will emerge victorious?
Natasha Raskin Sharp and Raj Bisram take a ride through the garden of England in a 1960s Sunbeam rally car. Strapped in for the trip, they soon discover a common interest in a little bit of magic. Natasha splashes out on an expensive French sunburst clock, and a Victorian scent bottle has her swooning with the romance of a royal love affair. Meanwhile, former soldier Raj finds ammunition boxes and a steel helmet a lot more attractive, and our military man also visits a very special village caring for those who have served in the armed forces. A detour sees Natasha helping to put a Second World War Spitfire back in the air, but a lesson in Morse code sees her putting out an SOS. Their first auction is in Essex at Rayleigh, and both experts are hoping to come out on top.
Natasha and Raj continue their rallying through East Anglia in the 1960s Sunbeam Rapier. Raj goes native with a spot of step dancing in a local pub, while Natasha spends a penny on a jukebox from the 1800s at a collection of self-playing musical instruments. Raj's expensive collection of uranium glass might glow in the dark, but will it go nuclear at auction? Natasha's head is turned by a posh suitcase from Fortnum & Mason, but is it a case of all fur coat and no knickers? And Natasha just doesn't see what's coming when Raj asks to borrow a tenner. Abracadabra! A change in fortunes for one expert at auction in Woking means an exciting end to this leg of the trip.
Continuing their tour of Kent, Raj Bisram takes on a mighty mollusc in Rye, where scallops are king, while Natasha Raskin Sharp pushes the boat out on the Royal Military Canal for a closer look at the coastal defences designed to see off invasion from France. Raj nets a post-Napoleonic French eagle while cherubs and art deco costume jewellery are more madame's style. But despite heading for an antiques and fine art sale, Raj can't resist the risky purchase of an old oak coffer, which empties his pockets. Natasha splashes out on an expensive whisky noggin. Which of them will clean up at the Colchester sale?
Natasha Raskin Sharp and Raj Bisram go rallying on the B roads of Norfolk. Raj stops off to go wild in wellies at one of Britain's first nature reserves, while Natasha makes for the sea and the imprint of a deep sea fisherman turned artist. They're animal crackers on this leg, as Raj nets a fine butterfly and Natasha falls for a kitten in a basket and an owl. She also takes a punt on a pair of polo horses. Being an auctioneer, Natasha is drawn to an inexpensive and unusual gavel, while Raj gets in touch with his inner child and parts with some of his pocket money for a vintage train set. Next stop? Leicester for a very important auction.
For Raj, the bells are ringing in Loughborough as they rally to the finishing line. But Natasha's in the ring, fighting back, channelling the spirit of a Nottingham bare-knuckle boxing legend. And for their last auction in Cambridge, there's a 1970s theme going on as Raj weighs in with a large set of standing scales with no old 10p coin to check they work. And Natasha can't resist thoughts of cocktail sausages on sticks and shells out for a lazy Susan. Natasha steps aboard a narrowboat antiques shop moored on a canal while Raj rummages in the den of a fantastic pair of foxes and emerges with perhaps his most unpredictable purchase to date. But whose cunning plan will win the day?
Charles Hanson and James Braxton search out antiques in Oxfordshire, on their third adventure together. One of them finds a piece of jewellery that could be very valuable indeed.
Charles Hanson is excited to discover a very rare table. His rival, James Braxton, puts his antiques hunt on hold to visit a medieval vineyard in Bedfordshire. Cheers!
It’s the halfway point of Charles Hanson and James Braxton’s epic journey around southern England. Today, our experienced road trippers, auctioneers and chums will start shopping in Suffolk before ending up on the Kent coast at Chatham. But whose buys will make the most profit at auction? Each expert takes to the road in his own classic car to fill with treasure. Charles gambles a huge sum of money on a 200-year-old oil painting, whereas James decides to play it safe, picking up an antique with local provenance. These different tactics may well decide this leg’s winner. The two antiquers also discover how the pagan ancient Egyptian corn dolly became a Christian East Anglian institution, and they get a short lesson in the history of yoga (including the bit about goats).
Auctioneer Charles Hanson and fellow gavel basher James Braxton are back on the road, navigating their way around Kent in a 1950s MG and a 1960s Austin Healey. Expect fruit, lots of fruit! Well, it is the Garden of England after all. Plus, in Gillingham, the restored paddle steamer they call the Heroine of Dunkirk. Our treasure seekers remain true to form, with ‘Bamboo Braxton’ finding an unusual Japanese artefact made from just that material. Charles, the self-proclaimed Road Trip 'dandy', is drawn to some Georgian sugar nips. All of which makes for a very exciting auction in Essex.
It’s the last leg with expert gavel bashers Charles Hanson and James Braxton. This is the final opportunity for both experts to find the most profitable antiques, and James is determined to take his first Road Trip victory. The open road has somehow brought them, in their classic cars, all the way south to Hampshire. James is drawn to an exotic alcohol container, while Charles’s eye lands on an unusual pocket watch stand, but whose treasure trove will be worth a king’s ransom at the final auction? And who will be crowned the week's winner? Along the way, Charles’s struggles with the art of signwriting, and James meets a little owl.
A new antiques adventure sets off with good pals Natasha Raskin Sharp and Margie Cooper. Behind the wheel of their 1960,s motor they start out in the west of Scotland, en route to an auction in Dumfries. Their trip through bonnie Scotland inspires some local purchases. A model of a Scottish terrier intrigues one expert, while their rival plumps for a Robert Burns-themed object. Which will attract the most bids? Along the way, the two antiquers take a break from their shopping to uncover the secret recipe of a nation’s favourite dish, and they slip into armour to re-enact a famous battle.
Antiques experts Margie Cooper and Natasha Raskin Sharp are on the second leg of their tightly fought trip. It’s a Caledonian canter in a classic coupé, as our pair hit the shops looking for goodies to sell at auction. While Margie goes all mushy for a vintage monkey pyjama case, Natasha takes a chance with a rare piece of Victoriana. There’s also a bit of sightseeing along the way as Natasha hones her boat-building skills and Margie seeks the stars in the darkest of dark skies. As the rain lashes against the windscreen, our competitors get all cosy and chatty in the car, but will they stay that way when their items cross the border into Leicestershire, headed for the auction?
It’s the third leg of the antiques odyssey of dealer Margie Cooper and auctioneer Natasha Raskin Sharp. Touring around the Lake District, Natasha is behind the wheel of the smooth and sassy 1960s Mercedes motor, while Margie ends up on a pushbike! Natasha discovers a musical secret hidden in the shadow of Skiddaw, while for Margie it’s the very essence of the Lake District, the freshwater upon which it thrives, that takes centre stage. It’s a tight-run race for auction glory as Natasha falls for a rare piece of Edwardian silver and Margie gets creative with two arty items. Who will come out in front when their goodies go under the hammer in Lichfield?
It’s the fourth leg of the trip for antiques dealer Margie Cooper and auctioneer Natasha Raskin Sharp, and Lancashire is their destination. Natasha ends up on two wheels and resorts to pedal power, while Margie swaps the 1960s convertible classic car for an 80-year-old fire engine. In a break from shopping, Natasha explores an underground world hidden beneath a suburb of Liverpool and tries to find out why it exists. With antiques in pewter, mahogany, silver and cast iron - and such a closely run contest thus far - which item will win the day and take one of our experts into the lead?
It’s the last leg of the trip for antiques dealer Margie Cooper and auctioneer Natasha Raskin Sharp. It has been a close battle, so can either of them pull ahead as they go searching for antiques in the dales of Derbyshire? Maybe Margie can, as she has bagged the classic car, leaving Natasha puffing up the hills in her wake on a pushbike! They both shop until they drop, buying everything from delicate glassware to hearty rustic pieces, with an animal-shaped cocktail shaker thrown into the mix. Along the way, Margie explores a world of splendour in an historic 550-acre garden, tucked away in a very surprising location. And Natasha discovers a renowned artist whose intricate and breathtaking paintings and drawings illuminated the spirit of the age in which he lived. As the contest comes to an end and our companionable chums reach for the tissues, who will be glorious in victory at the final auction of the trip?
Road Trip favourite Phil Serrell takes on antiques whipper-snapper Tim Medhurst on an adventure on both sides of Hadrian’s Wall, travelling in a fine 1970s convertible. Phil shows his brawn with a couple of shot puts before tackling some hedgerows with a billhook, while Tim fancies himself a winner on the fairway with an Edwardian golfer’s ashtray. Phil gets involved with a small army of soldiers, but Tim is keen on militaria too, and he lands a collectable from the First World War. In Berwick-upon-Tweed, Tim tries to get a hinny to sing, but whose praises will be sung at the auction in Edinburgh?
Phil Serrell and Timothy Medhurst continue their road trip in Scotland behind the wheel of a 1970s convertible. Phil discovers some gastronomic treats in Perthshire, including a fine scone in Scone, the rejuvenating properties of a tea brewed from the leaves of the birch tree, and some tasty tree sap. Tim, meanwhile, turns Jacobite and leads a one-man highland charge at Killiecrankie, where redcoats turned tail in the battle of 1689. And while searching for a fresh batch of antiques, our ‘lad o’ pairts’ shows off his keyboard skills on an antique piano, in a way perhaps not intended by Beethoven. Who will have the biggest bag of groats when their Scottish purchases are sold for pounds sterling in Worcestershire?
Tim Medhurst and Phil Serrell are touring the byways and waterways of the Cotswolds. But while Tim is in the sporty motor, Phil is on the slow boat. Moneybags Tim tries to maintain his lead by investing in some eclectic choices: a brass top hat, a French marriage globe and a travelling font, which may or may not add blessings to his already stuffed pockets. Phil is aiming to strike back at auction with some Chinese rice paintings and an old porthole, thrown in for free. Travelling on foot and by narrowboat, he may look slow, but is he catching up?
Tim comes over all Olympic-cyclist with the lycra, looking more and more at home on his bike. Former PE teacher Phil takes a break from driving the old Triumph to walk through the treetops at the national arboretum - a challenge for a man with vertigo! Making their way through Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, coin expert Tim is excited by a Victorian half crown, while Phil is positively overjoyed when he secures a chair made for the investiture of the Prince of Wales in 1969. Our experts enjoy a little sunshine, and Tim even goes foraging in the fields with a herbalist. At an al fresco breakfast, the bacon rolls are on Phil, but who will have egg on his face at auction?
Phil and Tim are in Wales for their last leg, but there’s no saying who is on their last legs as we reach the end of this epic - they both set out with bags of cash from their previous successes. As the rain sets in, Phil is a sight to behold in his waterproof poncho on the bike, and Tim takes a soaking while putting the roof on the convertible classic car. Just as the weather isn’t playing ball, Phil isn’t playing Welsh handball either, though he does visit the last court of its kind in Wales. Meanwhile, Tim gets a taste of the national dish, Welsh rarebit, and discovers it’s more than just cheese on toast. Phil gets carried away by traditional Welsh country antiques - and then risks a hernia carrying a grandfather clock. Tim splashes out on some fine silver and takes his chances on three very old Chinese plates. Who will be first over the finishing line?
It’s a brand new trip and there’s a brand new expert. The newbie is London-based porcelain dealer Serhat Ahmet, who joins a doyenne of the road trip, Christina Trevanion, for a jaunt around the antiques emporia of Wales and the Midlands. They kick off in north Wales in their rather glamorous Porsche Speedster. It’s all uncharted territory for Serhat as he gets his hands on a conveyance for dollies and one piece of pottery that has Christina a little jealous. But she manages a scoop of her own, picking up a last-minute purchase that might be a lot older and a lot more valuable than it first appears. On their travels, Serhat takes a trip to a particularly famous village that brings a touch of the Italian Riviera to the west coast of Wales, while Christina heads to the Isle of Anglesey to discover how an ancient method of making a commonplace culinary ingredient has made a comeback on the coast. Then it’s off to auction in Bolton to find out if Serhat’s nerves can handle the excitement.
We’re on the road again with antiques aficionados Christina Trevanion and Serhat Ahmet, for a wander round the West Midlands and the Black Country. And there’s a new addition to the Road Trip convoy - a very robust Series One Land Rover. Not as nippy as the Porsche Speedster but better over the bumps. Both experts decide to play to their strengths this time out. Porcelain dealer Serhat gets his paws on a lot of ceramics while Christina goes a bundle on one of her favourites: jewellery. Along the way there are some spooky portraits, the obligatory top hat try-on, not to mention a spot of off-roading. Taking a break from shopping, Christina heads to a very fine garden to discover the fascinating history of how the Tudors kept themselves clean. Serhat takes a canal journey that leads him back to the Industrial Revolution and deep underground to find out about the practice of 'legging'. Then it’s off to the auction for their purchases to see if Serhat can hold on to his lead or if Christina will put the new recruit back in his place.
We’re at the halfway point of our antiques odyssey with experts Serhat Ahmet and Christina Trevanion. They’re travelling north to south down the backbone of England, from Sheffield to Coventry, one by Land Rover and one by Speedster. This time out, our pair decide to push their boundaries. Porcelain dealer Serhat turns his back on his usual pots and goes in search of shinier things. Jewellery aficionado Christina tries to steer clear of sparkly items and almost succeeds. However, she does manage to get her hands on one very large and very brown item. There’s also dangerous furniture, the obligatory antiques shop dog and a spot of ventriloquism. In between the shopping, Christina meets two of the fastest men alive and comes face to face with their incredible high-speed vehicles, while Serhat heads off to discover a designer you have probably never heard of but who single-handedly changed the look of the British street. As all of their goodies head off to auction, there are a few close calls for one of our experts, and something worse for the other.
We’re out in the fresh air once again with country girl Christina Trevanion and city boy Serhat Ahmet. Bristol and Gloucestershire are their stomping grounds this time out, and while the country roads offer no challenges for Christina’s Land Rover, it’s a different story for Serhat’s Porsche. On this leg of the trip there is plenty of foraging, and not just in the shops. Serhat goes gaga for glass and hankers after various bits of Arts and Crafts metalware. Christina gets an offer she can’t refuse as one shopkeeper gives her a very good but very threatening deal. She also causes chaos trying to get her hands on possibly the largest item ever on the Antiques Road Trip. Serhat’s glass obsession continues as he visits the home of the iconic Bristol Blue glassware, where he gets to try his hand at a spot of glass blowing, with mixed results. Meanwhile, Christina heads to the farm to get down and dirty with some of Gloucestershire’s most famous but endangered porcine inhabitants. As the auction draws near, can Christina hold on to her lead, or will Serhat pull it back from the edge?
It’s the last outing for our travelling twosome, Serhat Ahmet and Christina Trevanion, on a whistle-stop tour around south Wales. They battle each other and the elements as 'Storm Christina' hits, so it’s roof-up time in the Porsche and, as Serhat takes to two wheels, time to pop on a poncho. There’s a mad dash around the shops for our two as Serhat tries to eke out his tiny budget, while Christina struggles to blow all of her money. They look at baths, buckets and big sticks to try to turn a profit at the auction. And there’s still time for them to brush up on their circus skills. Serhat follows in the footsteps of two brothers who discovered a whole underground world beneath their farmland, and a trip to a spa doesn’t turn out quite as expected for Christina, as she takes the plunge into a rather weird and wacky sport. And then it’s time for their final battle, to see who will be covered in glory at the auction.
In this adventure around the south coast in a zippy 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider, auctioneer and lover of all things sparkly Izzie Balmer takes on veteran Road Tripper and silver expert Catherine Southon. Catherine is a shopping pro, snapping up everything from a decorative lavatory to an art nouveau pendant, while Izzie starts off slowly but soon becomes the antiques dog whisperer with a bevy of doggie delights. Away from the shops, Izzie demonstrates a knack for Bronze Age DIY, and Catherine faces her fear in Hampshire with the thug of the hedgerows. Who will triumph at the pair’s first auction in Leicestershire?
The antiques adventure continues in Devon with auctioneers Izzie Balmer and Catherine Southon, who rule the road in a racy red 1970s Alfa Romeo Spider. With unbelievable excitement, Izzie embarks on a spending spree that involves 18th-century porcelain and a quirky Georgian marrow scoop. As a lover of all creatures great and small, she also relishes the opportunity to find out about the sporting parson who created the ultimate fox terrier. Meanwhile, Catherine does a thoroughly splendid job of netting an eclectic mix of items that includes some specimen slides and some stylish Scandinavian silver. Catherine also tantalises her taste buds in Devon with a pasty recipe from the 16th century. Both wait with bated breath to discover who will be victorious at the auction in east Devon.
Auctioneers Izzie Balmer and Catherine Southon have made it to the Cornish coast with the aid of a swanky 1970s Alfa Romeo Spider and a not-so-glamorous, good old-fashioned bicycle. Izzie remains true to form and picks up some Scandinavian jewellery before squeezing into a wetsuit and plunging into the history of surfing in Newquay. Catherine continues her quirky buying streak, which this time includes a Bristol Blue glass lamp stand and a set of celestial charts. Looking for tactics for how best to beat Izzie at auction, Catherine also learns about the ancient martial art of Cornish wrestling.
We’re off on a south Devonian adventure with auctioneers Izzie Balmer and Catherine Southon. While Catherine is whizzing around the coastline in a shiny 1970s motor, Izzie tackles hill and dale on two wheels. On this jolly jaunt, Izzie isn’t rolling in riches, but she still manages to notch up a truckload of goodies, including a 1920s flapper dress, a couple of violins and yet another beloved brooch. But it’s an Arts & Crafts tile that really steals her heart. Izzie also hops off her bike to go on a nautical adventure to an island steeped in military heritage. Meanwhile, Catherine finally decides to splash some cash, picking up some delicate little trinket boxes, some weighty railwayana and a walking stick with an appropriate maritime connection. She also makes a diversion to learn more about a ruined fishing village, swept away by ravaging storms.
This south west adventure concludes with a tour of Devon, Somerset and Dorset for auctioneers Izzie Balmer and Catherine Southon. Izzie buys some liqueur glasses, a Victorian chandelier and yet more brooches before settling on a river bank, in a top secret location, on the lookout for a very rare animal. Catherine takes a risk with the purchase of a massive anchor with no provenance, but plays it safe with some Georgian shoe buckles. In amongst all that shopping, there’s still time for Catherine to embark on a detour to meet some pioneering artists. Who will have the lead after today's final auction?
Roo Irvine and David Harper begin their trip in Lincolnshire, where they find chocolate moulds and opera glasses. Roo takes refuge in a nuclear bunker, and David heads offshore.
A trip through Yorkshire and County Durham for Roo and David. Will an old fishing stool land a big profit, and can a parachuting clown make an impact at the Newcastle auction?
In Yorkshire, Roo learns about Victorian loos while David gets very excited about a vintage watch. Two brooches and a wooden cat go under the gavel in Dundee.
Roo’s head gets stuck in an antique while David buys a bull and an elephant. An eventful trip in Scotland ends with an ice cream and an Edinburgh auction.
A secret map once used by the RAF navigates David to potential profits while a fruity 350-year-old book gets Roo’s attention. Who will win the final auction in North Shields?
Newbie Irita Marriott brings Latvian flair to the game as she takes on Tim Medhurst in a sporting tour of the antiques emporia of Lincolnshire. One expert has a brush with the law.
Rookie Road Tripper Irita Marriott sets out to win, but wily Tim Medhurst hunts for rare items he knows will pique bidders’ interest. In any case Irita’s in the pink, the ‘Suffolk pink’, and she’s on a mission to discover exactly what the authentic colour of the local charming cottages really is. Meanwhile Tim is in canny mode, forking out but a fiver for one of his purchases. However, he’s also keen as mustard on a fine art nouveau piece that he hopes will boost his chances. In the middle of it all their classic car, the Reliant, proves it can’t live up to its name and after a break down Tim decides to have a little light relief at Irita’s expense. Can Irita win again or will Tim come back with some mild-mannered vengeance? That remains to be seen as they gather at Knebworth House to watch their items go under the hammer.
Tim and Irita continue their tour of Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire, detouring to learn the history of British airships and taking up a unique opportunity for Irita to drive a 120 year old tractor. Irita goes all out to spend money, splashing the cash on some fine silvery jewellery and a parasol of which Mary Poppins herself would be proud. By stark contrast, frugal Tim rummages in the bargain boxes and comes away from one shop having spent but £1 – was it a wisest buy of this trip? While Irita pops her cork for a champagne bottle that turns into a pipe, Tim takes a fancy to an anatomical model. If only he didn’t keep dropping its lungs. Hopefully their motor, a 1970s Reliant Scimitar, can carry them safely to their third auction.
Tim and Irita tour Somerset, acquainting themselves with public houses along the way; Tim to learn West Country skittles and Irita to take tea and unexpectedly find something to buy that’s hanging on the wall! Newbie expert, Irita, detours to the golden age of sailing ships with a visit to a restored Victorian sail and twineworks, and continues her quest to find some fine porcelain in order to make a profit at auction. Tim is taken by some old apothecary bottles, even if he can’t say the word! This time out, they both take a fancy to piggy themed items: Tim, a fine Liberty leather footstool; Irita, a porcine vesta case. Are they hot to trot? All will be revealed when their little piggies go to market. Or, as we call it, the auction.
Irita and Tim hit the road in their sporty Reliant Scimitar for the last leg of their trip. As they tootle around the south coast, Irita feels emboldened, but the clock is ticking, that’s the world’s oldest clock at Salisbury Cathedral. Despite the drama of the impending finale Irita still finds time for a leisurely stroll along Bournemouth beach, to find out about those quintessentially British seaside fixtures: beach huts. In the shops it’s a toss-up to see who can buy the cheapest bit of pewter, Irita’s collection of items being the bigger investment at only a tenner! Irita also fancies a table she knows Tim will hate, while Tim moves into Irita’s territory with the purchase of a fine Chinese vase.
The exciting Road Trip debut of a very familiar face! Antiques dealer Paul Martin finally gets behind the wheel of a classic car, accompanied by seasoned tripper and auctioneer Raj Bisram. Together the pair kick off their treasure hunt in an open-topped motor around the B-roads of Sussex. Paul loves furniture and art, but what can he acquire with a modest £200? Raj’s keen eye for trends in the antiques biz means he’s simply looking for a profit-making bargain. Buying with the heart or head, which will prove successful at the Hampshire auction? Their journey into the South Downs also allows time to investigate a mysterious giant chalk figure, and a welcome walk with the rare Sussex spaniel.
It is the second leg of this jaunt with debutant Paul Martin and his seasoned tripper chum Raj Bisram. Paul is a dealer and certainly knows his way around an antiques shop. Raj, meanwhile, is an auctioneer with a competitive streak and is not giving any dispensation to his new pal, a Road Trip rookie. Our pair are sharing the driving duties as they head west in their open-topped roadster. Today’s treasure tour also includes a stop-off in the New Forest to learn about wartime despatch riders, and to hear about the man who donned diving gear to save Winchester Cathedral from collapse. Clocks, cocktail trays and cap badges are picked up on this tour of Wiltshire and Dorset. Will Raj’s risky three-figure purchase of some rare jelly moulds cause him a wobble at the Didcot auction?
The third outing with Raj Bisram and Paul Martin. Given that it is dealer Paul’s very first Road Trip experience, it is a good thing he has his chum Raj alongside him in the classic roadster. Just how chummy they will be when the auction rolls around remains to be seen. The pair explore the Cotswolds and the Mendips in style. Along the way, they discover the story of the fascinating Yorkshireman who not only discovered oxygen, but also had a big hand in the invention of the gin and tonic. Cheers to that! Raj also makes an unusual detour to paint his face on an egg. In Somerset, Raj makes a purchase with a touching story, a father and son’s war medals. Paul, however, spots a bargain when he picks up an oil painting of a lifeboat. One expert’s buy makes over ten times its purchase price at a thrilling auction in Somerset. Paul loves furniture and art, but what can he acquire with a modest £200? Raj’s keen eye for trends in the antiques biz means he’s simply looking for a profit-making bargain. Buying with the heart or head, which will prove successful at the Hampshire auction? Their journey into the South Downs also allows time to investigate a mysterious giant chalk figure, and a welcome walk with the rare Sussex spaniel.
Raj Bisram and Paul Martin’s ‘Way Out West’ tour takes them to deepest Dorset, Devon, Somerset and beyond. Antiques experts and firm friends, our pair share a common goal: to make big profits at the auction in Worcestershire. Along the way, Paul ditches the classic car to investigate the obscure, Somerset-based Victorian inventor of unmanned powered flight, before having a go at a bit of modern model aeronautics himself. For Raj, there is a trip into the city to find out about an historic 1960s struggle against racial discrimination, the Bristol Bus Boycott. Both experts make profitable finds, with a mule based fairground ride and an exquisite English oak candle box, the star lots at auction.
It is the final leg of our journey with veteran tripper Raj Bisram and relative rookie Paul Martin. After an epic tour of the south and south west, their shopping and saleroom extravaganza concludes at a Palladian mansion in the Cotswolds. The open-topped classic car transports our duo to Shakespeare country, Warwickshire, where dealer Paul and auctioneer Raj hope to acquire anything ‘going for a sonnet’. They find out about alpacas and llamas, and discover the historical roots of ballet. The programme also features Incas, tutus and tights.
Antiquers Natasha Raskin Sharp and Steven Moore begin a brand new Road Trip adventure, motoring through North Yorkshire and Tyne and Wear in grand style behind the wheel of a 1960s Rolls Royce. Steven flushes out a bargain while visiting the loo in one antiques shop, finding some 18th-century tea bowls hidden away by the toilet. A break from shopping sees Steven set sail to South Shields and learn about the incredible restoration of a quite remarkable lifeboat. Meanwhile, indecisive Natasha makes a slow start, struggling to make a purchase before embarking on a spending spree and scooping up some fantastic buys including a pair of charming art deco vases. She manages to fit in an excursion to discover some secret tunnels and hear the murky past of those who once lived along the North Yorkshire coast. A humble-looking 17th-century box becomes the star lot of the Newcastle auction.
Auctioneer Natasha Raskin Sharp and ceramics expert Steven Moore are on a whistle-stop tour of Tyne and Wear before wandering north to Northumberland. Natasha wastes little time in the antiques shops, gambling her kitty like an 18th-century taverngoer buying some George III period gaming tokens. She ditches the 1960s Rolls Royce and sets off on a very unlikely safari to catch sight of an ancient creature that still roams the Northumberland plains. Elsewhere, Steven moves at a more leisurely pace and indulges in some dressing up. He delights at a discovery of a 200-year-old sugar dish and buys a 1930s cuddly elephant. Steven even finds time for afternoon tea in an unassuming Alnwick hotel with a dining room that has the spectacular opulence of an Edwardian ocean liner and shares a close connection to RMS Titanic. With the antiques shipped to a Dundee auction, our experts are on tenterhooks as the bids roll in.
Antiques experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Steven Moore point their 1960s Rolls Royce north and to the Scottish Borders before heading on to Edinburgh for another auction. Natasha wastes little time when shopping, enchanted by a tobacco barrel manufactured by a quality maker. She also decides to buy a travel case, but only after she discovers the velvet-lined secret compartment it hides within. Away from the shops, Natasha visits an area renowned for its luxurious knitwear and the heritage of a once-booming local industry. Meanwhile, Steven may be in Scotland but his discoveries include a rare 18th-century teapot from Liverpool and an Italian glass vase. He also finds time to take in the sights at a site of international importance, where the Roman Empire found home in Scotland. Steven flushes out a bargain while visiting the loo in one antiques shop, finding some 18th-century tea bowls hidden away by the toilet. A break from shopping sees Steven set sail to South Shields and learn about the incredible restoration of a quite remarkable lifeboat. Meanwhile, indecisive Natasha makes a slow start, struggling to make a purchase before embarking on a spending spree and scooping up some fantastic buys including a pair of charming art deco vases. She manages to fit in an excursion to discover some secret tunnels and hear the murky past of those who once lived along the North Yorkshire coast. A humble-looking 17th-century box becomes the star lot of the Newcastle auction.
With a swirl of tartan and a burst of the bagpipes, our Scottish tour continues in Fife with antiques experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Steven Moore. The 1960s Rolls Royce glides the pair through countryside and town as they head from the east coast to central Scotland. Natasha’s money reserves are dwindling, so she cautiously settles on a bargain piece of Scottish studio pottery. However, a canny buy of an arts and crafts-style lantern pays dividends at the auction in Hamilton. Natasha also finds the time to visit Kirkcaldy and hears the little-known story of how this Scottish town became a Victorian global powerhouse in, of all things, flooring manufacture. Steven receives the red carpet treatment as he steps on board the Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith to learn the centuries-old customs of royal yachts. With almost £400 burning a hole in his pocket, Steven seeks out quality antiques, picking up silver teaspoons and spirit flasks. He also finds an intriguing item called a hate belt. Will the bidders love it?
It’s the final installment of Natasha Raskin Sharp and Steven Moore’s Road Trip around Scotland. Natasha splashes out a three-figure sum on a single piece of silver. She also picks up buttons with a suffragist connection and a very charming brass tortoise. Shopping done, a hungry Natasha visits Cupar to find out why haggis has became a global delicacy synonymous with Scotland. To Steven’s great joy, his first shop is a ceramics expert's dream. Amongst the china, he discovers a quite rare porcelain spirit flask. He too goes for broke, spending £140 on a Canton garden seat, though the damage and repairs may discourage bidders. It’s a gamble. Later, Steven detours to Dundee docks to step aboard one of the oldest and best preserved wooden warships in the world. With just a few pounds separating Steven and Natasha, the auction makes for an exciting climax to this trip. Steven flushes out a bargain while visiting the loo in one antiques shop, finding some 18th-century tea bowls hidden away by the toilet. A break from shopping sees Steven set sail to South Shields and learn about the incredible restoration of a quite remarkable lifeboat. Meanwhile, indecisive Natasha makes a slow start, struggling to make a purchase before embarking on a spending spree and scooping up some fantastic buys including a pair of charming art deco vases. She manages to fit in an excursion to discover some secret tunnels and hear the murky past of those who once lived along the North Yorkshire coast. A humble-looking 17th-century box becomes the star lot of the Newcastle auction.
It’s the start of a brand new antiquing adventure in the company of the bubbly Izzie Balmer and not so-bubbly Philip Serrell, taking the south east of England by storm, starting in Kent. Our chalk-and-cheese pair each have a £200 starting budget and a rather nippy sports car to get them to the shops. Once they hit the emporia, Phil finds a novel use for a set of stepladders as he scoops up a few 'old school' antiques, one of which may not be quite what it first seems. Izzie leans toward her favourite small pretty things, but has a last-minute panic when she arrives at one destination to find the shops are shutting. They also indulge in some rocking horse riding, cat whispering and disagreements about scarf wearing. On their travels, Izzie stops off at Tunbridge Wells for a spot of sightseeing and to find out how the town went from being a playground for royalty to one of the earliest examples of suburban living. Meanwhile, Phil heads to the Essex coast to meet the fishermen who are teaming up with scientists to revive the stocks of a very fancy seafood delicacy. Then it’s on to the auction in Battle, East Sussex, to discover if all of their hard work will reap big rewards.
On the road in Essex, it’s the continuing tale of two auctioneers - youthful and exuberant Izzie Balmer and young-at-heart Philip Serrell. They clock up the miles as they pass through five counties in their old motor. They’re best of pals, but occasionally the generation gap does start to show a bit. We go shopping with Izzie, who makes an effort to move away from her favourite tiny, shiny things and tries her luck with some ‘brown furniture’, usually much more Phil’s thing. Mr Serrell has a go at something new, encroaching into Izzie territory with some jewellery. They navigate past some tightly packed shops, security dogs and the occasional zombie. Away from the shops, Izzie pops into Cambridge to discover how a chapel for a group of medieval outcasts was the starting point for one of the largest fairs in the country. Philip heads underground to discover an amazing chamber, just below a busy main road, the origins and purpose of which are a complete mystery. Then it’s time to send their prized purchases off to auction in Hertfordshire to see if they can turn a profit.
It’s a very wild and waterlogged road trip as our pair of antiques experts, Izzie Balmer and Phil Serrell, brave the deluge around Oxford and the Cotswolds. Aside from bad-hair-day problems, they have to hope that their 60s soft-top is up to the challenge. After her foray into 'Serrell country' last time out, Izzie is back in the cabinets, on the hunt for her favourite jewellery. Displaying some rather bizarre browsing behaviour, Phil decides to try his luck with an item that was lost at sea for over 200 years. As well as their trusty Triumph, our pair tries out some alternative modes of transport. Philip catches a train to find out the history of one of Britain’s earliest railway companies and how four schoolboys saved its steam engines from the scrapheap. And it’s puppy power for Izzie as she discovers how man’s best friend has helped people to get about and survive in the Arctic for millennia. But has she got what it takes to be a champion musher? Then it’s time for their purchases to go under the hammer in Harrogate, to see who will win the day. Once they hit the emporia, Phil finds a novel use for a set of stepladders as he scoops up a few 'old school' antiques, one of which may not be quite what it first seems. Izzie leans toward her favourite small pretty things, but has a last-minute panic when she arrives at one destination to find the shops are shutting. They also indulge in some rocking horse riding, cat whispering and disagreements about scarf wearing. On their travels, Izzie stops off at Tunbridge Wells for a spot of sightseeing and to find out how the town went from being a playground for royalty to one of the earliest examples of suburban living. Meanwhile, Phil heads to the Essex coast to meet the fishermen who are teaming up with scientists to revive the stocks of a very fancy seafood delicacy. Then it’s on to the auction in Battle, East Sussex, to discover if all of their hard work will reap big rewards.
Our travelling twosome, Philip Serrell and Izzie Balmer, hit the shops of Staffordshire and Shropshire in their penultimate outing. After going a bundle on brooches on the last leg, Izzie makes a vow to steer clear this time out. It doesn’t mean Phil can’t buy one though. It’s gloves off and weapons at the ready as Izzie and Phil share not one but two shopping opportunities. Izzie’s new obsession turns out to be serpentine in nature as she gets her hands on a couple of snake-related items. For Phil, there’s a rather special bit of jewellery from a big-name designer that he has his sights on. There is also a spot of flag waving, some rummaging through other people’s drawers and a passable impression of a milkmaid. Away from the shops, Izzie discovers the fascinating history of invention behind a certain field sport and has a go herself. Philip, meanwhile, comes face to face with one of Britain’s best loved wild animals, and finds out what is being done to save them from extinction. Then their 1960s classic car whisks them off to a castle to watch their items go under the hammer. Can Izzie consolidate her lead, or will Phil come out ahead?
The final battleground for our intrepid auctioneers, Philip Serrell and Izzie Balmer, will be the antiques emporia of Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. Whilst our pair celebrate their new found friendship, it doesn’t mean that they’ve lost their competitive streak - they’re both in it to win it. And it looks like the third member of the team, their classic car, might be restored to its former glory. Phil, who has to play hunt-the-shopkeeper, has his eye on a few quality antique staples, as well as one hefty horticultural item. Meanwhile, Izzie finds herself in what could well be her perfect shop, containing lots and lots of her favourite sparkly pieces. But she also takes a shine to a particular maritime item that’s decidedly Serrell-esque. And is that the sound of wedding bells in the air? On her travels, Izzie discovers the entire history of mill power, from wind to steam and back again. She also finds out that grinding flour by hand is not as easy as it seems. Philip visits an impressive war memorial, Britain’s newest, and learns the history of the fighting force that flew crucial and extremely dangerous missions from the airfields of Lincolnshire. A magnificent Elizabethan country house provides the backdrop for their final face-off, but will a wise old head prevail over youthful exuberance?
Antiques experts Izzie Balmer and Tim Medhurst set off on a road trip around north Wales. Searching for treasures and relics from a bygone age, they compete to make the most money at auction. Izzie gets in a spin about a mid-century swivel chair, and Tim’s inner child comes alive when he discovers three toy cars. But it’s not all shopping as Izzie learns about the Menai suspension bridge, a wonder of the engineering world, while Tim takes a trip on the world’s oldest narrow-gauge railway. Their trip ends at auction, where their antiques go under the hammer and they find out who has made the most money.
Antiques experts Izzie Balmer and Tim Medhurst continue their road trip around Wales in a classic car. As they search for treasures and relics from days of yore, the impending auction is never far from their thoughts. This is a competition after all! Izzie combines her passion for fashion and antiques with a traditional Welsh lady's outfit, while Tim roars with delight when he discovers a lion-shaped pincushion. Taking a break from the shopping, Izzie learns about an ancient Welsh instrument, the Crwth, and Tim goes underground into an abandoned mine to discover how people lived and worked in the 18th century. As always, their trip culminates at an auction, where their antiques go under the gavel and they find out who has come out in front.
Antiques experts Izzie Balmer and Tim Medhurst set off on a road trip around north Wales. Searching for treasures and relics from a bygone age, they compete to make the most money at auction. Antiques experts Izzie Balmer and Tim Medhurst continue their road trip around Wales in a classic car. As always, the search goes on for antiques that will turn a tidy profit at auction. Izzie finds an ornament made by a soldier in the trenches during World War I, while sweet-toothed Tim gets all excited when he discovers some 100-year-old chocolate. On this leg of the trip, Izzie takes a detour to learn about Aneurin Bevan, the politician who devised and created the NHS, whilst Tim takes a trip to Parc Penallta. Built on the site of a former coal colliery, this country park houses one of the world's largest sculptures. Shopping done, it's off to the auction to see our duo's purchases go under the gavel. Who will find themselves in the lead at this crucial halfway point?
Experts Izzie Balmer and Tim Medhurst are cruising around Wales in a classic car, searching for antiques to sell at auction. It's a competition, mind you, so profits are the name of the game. Izzie finds a selection of maps from the days before cars ruled the roads, and Tim gets all excited when he discovers a William Gladstone commemorative medal. With the shopping done, there's time for our experts to learn more about local history as Izzie finds out about a shameful event that took place in Cardiff, while Tim takes a trip to Carmarthen to learn about the poet and scholar who helped save the Welsh language from extinction. All roads point to auction for our duo. Who will reign victorious at the penultimate sale?
The time has come for Izzie Balmer and Tim Medhurst to conclude their epic road trip around Wales in a classic car. With only one auction to go, time is running out for our dynamic duo to scour the country's antiques shops for items that will sell for a profit when they go under the gavel. While Tim goes on a veritable spending spree that includes an arts and crafts letter box, Izzie hopes that two Chinese vases bearing the symbol for good fortune will prove to be an auspicious purchase. As always, our experts find the time to step away from the antiques shops to delve into some local culture. Izzie tries some laver bread, a Welsh culinary delight made from seaweed foraged from one of the country’s most stunning beaches, and Tim goes all Poldark as he gets to grips with a scythe to discover traditional farming methods still being used today. Then it's down to brass tacks: the final auction. Who will be crowned the winner of this road trip? There’s a big surprise in store for one expert!
Veritable veteran James Braxton takes on relative newbie Irita Marriott as they cruise through Kent in a classic car in search of profitable antiques. James spots a 19th century child’s rattle which sparks international interest, while Irita pins her hopes on a damaged Daum Nancy glass lamp. James finds the time to visit an underground network of caves in Chislehurst, which once sheltered 15,000 people during the Blitz and Irita dusts off her dancing shoes for a belly dancing lesson in Maidstone. Then it's off to the first auction, an epic showdown on the Romney Marsh in their trusty steed, a 1960s Volvo. Who’ll come out on top?
It’s the second leg of Irita Marriott and James Braxton’s jaunt along England’s south coast. They’re travelling in style, driving a classic 1960s Volvo, as they scour antique shops in Kent and East Sussex. On their way to an auction showdown in Kent, James visits an experimental wartime listening post in Greatstone and Irita learns about a pioneering lighthouse at Beachy Head. James has a wedge of cash to spend and is looking for high-value items as he tries to maintain his lead but Irita is snapping at his heels with some canny purchases. Can she close the gap at auction?
James Braxton and Irita Marriott are on the third leg of their grand tour of England’s south coast. They’re searching for antiques in East Sussex and Hampshire in their classic car from the 60s. A novelty beer bottle and a fish kettle whet James’s appetite for a profit while Irita hopes a 19th-century puzzle box will solve her woes at auction. On the way James gets up close and personal with some octogenarian sea turtles in Brighton. Irita makes a stop of her own at the historic Portsmouth Docks to learn about a Victorian philanthropist who dedicated her life to helping the sailors of the Royal Navy. Together they head to Dorset for an auction face-off, with Irita gambling all her funds in an effort to catch up to James’ commanding lead.
Embarking on the fourth leg of their road trip, James Braxton and Irita Marriott rummage through antiques shops across Wiltshire and Dorset. While James has enjoyed success at auction with his items, is this the outing where Irita can also do the same? James goes on a journey back to the land before time where he meets a famous fossil hunter. Irita takes a break from shopping to visit the site of the once-great Shaftesbury Abbey. Both our experts buy their favourites on this outing, with James championing brass and Irita backing porcelain but who will come up trumps at the penultimate auction?
Irita Marriott and James Braxton cruise Britain’s back roads in a 1960s motor as they search for profitable antiques to sell at auction. Irita gives James a run for his money as the duo head into the final leg of their trip. James takes a detour to learn about the brave Polish night fighter pilots who defended Exeter from the German Luftwaffe during the Second World War. Meanwhile, Irita goes behind the scenes of a beloved local cinema as it’s brought back to life. James is excited by his discovery of a snuff box with a connection to the abolitionist movement but will it be enough to secure a victory? It all goes down to the wire at the final auction.
Seasoned antiquer and auctioneer Charles Hanson accompanies Ochuko Ojiri on his Road Trip debut. A dealer, gallery owner and vintage enthusiast from London, Ochuko loves 20th century art, but what will he be able to acquire with a modest starting sum of £200? This treasure-hunting tour kicks off in Yorkshire, with our experts behind the wheel of a 1970s open-topped Triumph Spitfire. Their joint aim is to buy antiques that will make a profit when sold at auction - no mean feat! Charles finds an item that promises to bring joy to the home, while Ochuko plumps for a sleepy Japanese poodle. There is still time, however, for our experts to visit Hull, where they walk in the footsteps of a rugby league trailblazer and learn how a trawler disaster inspired a group of activists who would go on to become known as the Headscarf Heroes.
Dealer Ochuko Ojiri and auctioneer Charles Hanson root around antiques shops, searching for items to sell at auction. In their bold, blue 1970s classic car, our duo have reached the Pennines. Charles makes a very small purchase - a seashell for just a few pence - but notices it harbours a nautical secret. Will it reward him at auction? Meanwhile, Ochuko goes back in time to his youth and picks up some toys he hopes will inspire bidders wanting to relive their childhoods. While there's some serious shopping to do, there's also time to dive into some local history along the way. There's an encounter with a unique piece of British railway history and a chance to find out all about one of the country's oldest and rarest sheep breeds. Prepare yourselves - there are little lambs! Our experts each began their journey with £200, and it’s already shaping up to be quite some contest. But how much will they gain (or possibly lose) over the course of several hundred miles? Today we reach sale room number two.
We’re approaching the halfway point of our jaunt with Road Trip regular Charles Hanson and first-time tripper Ochuko Ojiri. And what a journey it has been so far! Both are heading for the great city of Liverpool in their rather eye-catching classic car. There are plenty of antiques to catch their eyes when they hit the shops, and plenty of local history to learn about too. Our experts grab the chance to find out about a unique and very old city centre institution, and they head across the Mersey to experience Liverpool’s canal connection to Britain’s industrial past. Charles is drawn to the Far East and tempted by several Chinese carvings, pots and pieces of porcelain. Ochuko's focus is closer to home when a very large enamel sign adverting cakes whets his appetite for a profit. Then it's time for auction number three. It's clear that our experts are forging a lasting friendship, but they're both in it to win it, make no mistake!
It’s the fourth leg of the trip for antiques experts (and strictly amateur in-car disco dancers) Ochuko Ojiri and Charles Hanson. Their classic car is pointed south, towards the Midlands. Charles may well be the favourite, with a string of Road Trip victories under his belt, but newbie Ochuko is proving to be a worthy challenger. In Stafford, a clown with a red ruffled collar catches Ochuko’s eye. Charles’s weak spot for anything with rococo detail means he spends most of his budget on a 220-year-old unusual find. While buying antiques to sell at auction is the aim of the game, our experts make time to further their knowledge. One learns about a forgotten Second World War bomber rediscovered in Russia, while the other encounters several monkeys in a garden in Stoke-on-Trent. As Charles and Ochuko cruise around the gorgeous summer countryside, there's only one thing on their minds: the penultimate auction.
It’s the final, thrilling episode of our week-long road trip with Charles Hanson and Ochuko Ojiri. While cruising around the Midlands, our experts see the site of an historic Black Country industrial dispute and try to distinguish ‘bare’ Coventrian fact from fiction. Charles gets excited when he spies some French opera glasses at a great price, and an oil painting catches Ochuko’s eye – but will it attract big bids? At auction, will it be Road Trip regular Charles or daring debutant Ochuko who reigns victorious? Competition aside, it's safe to say that this budding bromance is now in full bloom!
An all-new adventure sees antiques experts Catherine Southon and Serhat Ahmet heading out on an east-of-England odyssey, on the hunt for the old, the unusual and the precious. They kick off in Kent with £200 and a rather special motor, a Morris Minor Million, built to commemorate the millionth model to roll off the production line. Catherine comes across a rather useful spare appendage when shopping. She also throws the cash around on a few of her items, but may regret it when her pockets feel a little light. Serhat does a lot of searching to sort the reproductions from the genuine articles, but he comes across one item he thinks could sell big. There’s also the occasional scare as our shoppers delve into the darkest recesses to look for bargains. On their travels, Catherine detours to the capital to discover how London’s smelliest year led to an amazing piece of infrastructure and made big improvements in the population’s health. Serhat heads out into the Thames Estuary to get up close to a relic of World War II that may still contain a nasty surprise.
An all-new adventure sees antiques experts Catherine Southon and Serhat Ahmet heading out on an east-of-England odyssey, on the hunt for the old, the unusual and the precious. They kick off in Kent with £200 and a rather special motor, a Morris Minor Million, built to commemorate the millionth model to roll off the production line. Catherine comes across a rather useful spare appendage when shopping. She also throws the cash around on a few of her items, but may regret it when her pockets feel a little light. Serhat does a lot of searching to sort the reproductions from the genuine articles, but he comes across one item he thinks could sell big. There’s also the occasional scare as our shoppers delve into the darkest recesses to look for bargains. It’s the second outing for antiques experts Serhat Ahmet and Catherine Southon, heading in an easterly direction in their lovely lilac Morris Minor Million. This time they are scouring the countryside of the East Midlands for old objects of desire, although city slicker Serhat is a bit overwhelmed by the rural setting and finds it a challenge to identify the local fauna. On the back foot after the last auction, Catherine puts in a call to complain. She gets swept up in the romance of an item containing a wartime love story and buys some items that no self-respecting lord lady of the manor should be without. Serhat, after being snubbed by one antiques shop inhabitant, amasses a diverse collection of items, but still manages to slip in some of his beloved porcelain. On their travels, Catherine visits a local church that broadcast to the nation during the dark days of the Second World War, and Serhat goes in search of thrills as he meets the head of a daredevil dynasty that can do things on two wheels that defy gravity. Then it’s all the fun of the fair as our pair head to Clacton Pier for a spot of auction watching and a go on the amusements. Will it be a rollercoaster or just swings and roundabouts?
It’s a scoot up the East Anglian coast for antiques experts Serhat Ahmet and Catherine Southon, taking in Suffolk and Norfolk in their lilac Morris Minor Million. Their quest for antique goodies hits a stumbling block when they run into a spot of car trouble, possibly caused by Serhat’s overenthusiastic headbanging. With both experts slightly on their uppers after the last auction, our purchasing pair play to their strengths. Serhat heads straight for the ceramics, picking up a few rare items, some of which have definitely seen better days. Catherine makes a beeline for her favourite tiny treasures but gets to grips with a couple of hefty items on the way. Taking a break from the shopping, Serhat meets the great-nephew of a remarkable woman who broke the social norms of her day to go and fight on the front line. Catherine, meanwhile, gets to sample a local delicacy that sounds rather unappealing but has sustained the local population for centuries. Then it’s off to a picturesque spot by a windmill to watch their items go under the hammer at auction. But will they make any bread?
It’s the penultimate run-out for our peripatetic antiques purchasers, Catherine Southon and Serhat Ahmet, who find themselves hitting the shops from Norfolk to Northamptonshire. Their fabulous lilac Morris has had a polish and is running smoothly, which is more than can be said for their competition after the last auction. They both need to get some cracking deals if they are to get back on track. Serhat is on the hunt once again for ceramics, while Catherine has her eye on a more eclectic mix of items. On the way, Serhat makes some new four-legged friends, and Catherine tries to find out what you can buy for under a pound. Out and about, Serhat finds out about a refugee who fled his war-torn country and became a local legend in his adopted hometown thanks to his crazy stunts and feats of strength. Catherine gets a taste of a high-speed motorsport and goes for a ride from which she might never recover. A spot of stately splendour is their backdrop for the auction, where they find out if their items are sufficiently upper crust.
It’s the end of our east-of-England expedition with antiques experts Catherine Southon and Serhat Ahmet, who are heading out on the bumpy backroads of Lincolnshire. With the results of the previous auction having swelled both their wallets, our two shoppers are in a chipper mood as they head off in their lilac Morris Minor Million towards Derbyshire and their last chance to buy. Keen to make good use of his new-found wealth, Serhat heads straight for the pricier items with desirable brand names attached, while Catherine has an eye out for the unusual, the quirky and, in one case, the downright creepy. To mark their last trip together and their new-found friendship, they both try their hand at each other’s areas of expertise. It’s not just all about the shopping, though. On their travels, Catherine discovers the history of the most iconic of classical instruments at a school that teaches students how to make them. Meanwhile, Serhat scales the heights (and depths) to hear the story of how a group of enterprising 18th-century miners helped turn a peak in Derbyshire into one of the country’s earliest tourist attractions. Then it’s off to the home of the British Grand Prix to watch their final auction. Is Catherine on the home straight or can Serhat overtake right at the end to take the chequered flag?
Dealers Margie Cooper and Paul Martin travel through Somerset and Wiltshire on their first road trip together. Margie is a veteran road tripper, but this is only Paul’s second outing, so there’s much at stake as they compete to find profitable items to sell at auction. What will entice them to spend their £200 budget? In a strawberry red Jaguar, they are both on top form, uncovering an eclectic mix of items, from Edwardian furniture to East African tribal art. Along the way, Margie learns about the first safari park outside Africa, and Paul discovers one town’s historic link with safety on our railways. But who will come out on top at the end of the day when their lots go under the hammer?
Margie Cooper and Paul Martin set out on the second leg of their trip with their classic car pointed to Somerset. Paul falls in love with a juggling clown called Clever Willie and pulls some strings to get a discount on some other antiques. Margie’s attempt of finding quality collectables goes down the pan when she settles on a toilet bowl dating from 1860. It’s not all about shopping, though. Margie detours to discover a fascinating hidden story in the most unlikely of locations, and Paul hears how a famous shanty man helped to preserve traditional songs for future generations to enjoy.
Dealers Paul Martin and Margie Cooper are heading in a westerly direction in their elegant red Jaguar, and this time they are scouring the countryside of Devon for all manner of antiques. Two auctions down and one expert is confident in their unassailable lead, though their rival has a strategy they believe will prove victorious. Paul gets swept up in the romance of the east with a hanging lightshade and buys an item that no self-respecting pirate should be without. Margie’s magpie eyes focus in on something she is certain will make a profit at auction. Margie takes time out from shopping to try her hand at crafting some local pottery, with hilarious results. Meanwhile, Paul visits a local fishing village transformed by a very forward-thinking woman. As Margie and Paul cruise through the Cornish countryside, only one thing is on their mind – the third auction of this trip. Will one expert’s lead be in question?
It’s the fourth leg of a wild west adventure featuring antiques experts Margie Cooper and Paul Martin. Margie’s new strategy is to play it safe with traditional antiques, and she falls for a 1930s child’s chair and a 19th-century milking stool. Paul, however, takes a chance on a 1920s car horn that’s in good working order – and very loud. Both experts buy mirrors, but could this prove a costly mistake for one? In a break from shopping, Paul learns about the formation of the light infantry and the brave actions of one soldier turned pacifist, while Margie tries a tea grown entirely in Britain. How refreshing!
Margie Cooper and Paul Martin head for Plymouth on the final leg of their journey. The competition has tightened, and only a few pounds separate the rivals. Along the way, Margie hears the story of a footballer, once forgotten but finally being given the recognition he deserves. And Paul is all at sea discovering the tale of a lighthouse, built in the 18th century, that became a beacon of engineering prowess. On this final outing, it's the shopping that takes centre stage. Silver expert Margie finds some lovely art nouveau pieces, while a sergeant major’s swagger stick gets Paul’s ‘atten-shun’! A humdinger of an auction unfolds as this exciting trip comes to a climax.
A new adventure sees experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and James Braxton compete to find the most profitable antiques in Devon. They end up with cowbells and an interest in ass’s milk.
Natasha and James both buy elephants after scouring the antique shops of Devon and Somerset. The trip takes a dangerous turn when Braxton ends up on a race track in an old banger.
Natasha goes wild for chairs and James buys some less than pristine items as they explore the antiques emporia of Somerset and Wiltshire.
Natasha discovers a Dutch masterpiece and has to haggle hard, while James pins his hopes on a naughty dog. Profits are much needed – will Wiltshire deliver?
James explores sheds stacked high with antiques and Natasha has an eye for some art as their tour reaches journey’s end in Oxfordshire. Who will come out top dog?
David Harper and Izzie Balmer motor through the Scottish countryside. All hope rests on a little monkey and a Georgian silver fruit ladle making big profits at auction.
Antiques experts Izzie Balmer and David Harper squeeze into a Mini to explore Scotland. Both find auction-winning items, but will the gold brooch make the biggest profit?
Antiques experts Izzie Balmer and David Harper make their way around Edinburgh and its surrounding towns in their classic car. When the shopping's done, off to auction they go!
Auctioneer Izzie Balmer and dealer David Harper travel around Fife, Perthshire and Angus searching for profitable antiques. A very rare jar causes excitement at auction.
Izzie Balmer and David Harper shop for antiques in the Highlands. It's the final leg of their thoroughly enjoyable ‘Mini’ break and neither wants to say goodbye to bonnie Scotland!
Roo Irvine and Steven Moore are antiques hunting in the north east. Vintage luggage and a pill box surprise at auction, while Steven gets familiar with a Sunderland sailor’s story.
On the second leg of their trip, Steven Moore and Roo Irvine are in the north east. This time there are underwater treasures, patriotic portraits and the odd bargain. What fun!
Scotland’s Roo Irvine and Steven Moore from Newcastle search for antiques in Yorkshire. Expect flat caps, pork pies and some Chinese porcelain that earns one expert a great profit.
Glass expert Roo Irvine and ceramics whizz Steven Moore make their way around Lancashire and Cumbria. It's their final chance to be crowned winner of this road trip.
Irita Marriott and Phil Serrell embark on a trip around East Anglia, where purchases include a garden fountain and a homemade post box. Phil wears shorts, and Irita runs away to the circus.
Irita and Phil encounter a great bustard and a lesser spotted Dunhill while touring Norfolk and Lincolnshire. Phil also turns magpie with the silver, but who will fly at auction?
Phil spends every last penny, while Irita buys a vase for a pound. Irita favours mutton sleeves in Hull, while Phil steps out of the classic car to be turned into a pumpkin.
Irita and Phil are in the north east, where Phil buys a huge Methodist church sign. Irita takes a trip back to the heyday of British seaside holidays in Whitley Bay.
It’s Irita and Phil’s last outing in the gold classic car, and the pressure gauge is reading high! Irita takes a painterly turn, and Phil comes face to face with a scarecrow made in his own image.
Auctioneers Raj Bisram and Charles Hanson reunite in Wales after seven years apart. On their previous trip, Charles trounced Raj, but this time Raj is back for revenge!
Charles and Raj motor their campervan through Wales to uncover a rare Toby jug and a Chinese teapot. There’s also time to go fishing and hear about a Welsh Olympic legend.
Auctioneers Raj and Charles tour the back roads of Wales in a campervan. Charles gets excited over some rare silver asparagus tongs while Raj buys an African birthing chair.
The penultimate leg of Charles and Raj’s antique hunt. While Shropshire shopping proves successful, their plan to spend the night in the great outdoors proves disastrous.
Raj Bisram and Charles Hanson embark on the final leg of their trip in Wales. Buys include a bronze deity and some rare wooden panels. Who can make the most money at auction?
It’s a brand new trip with antiques experts Raj Bisram and Irita Marriott. Follow their adventure around Suffolk and Norfolk.
It’s the second leg with antiques experts Raj Bisram and Irita Marriott. Who will make the most at auction on this leg of the trip?
Raj and Irita head to Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds in search of antique treasures, and it's biscuit tins v bed warmers at the auction.
Raj and Irita delight in Devonshire, where cream teas and antique treasures are on the menu. Our pair dig up some wooden toys, prized pottery and very shiny things to sell.
Raj and Irita embrace their inner pirate as they plunder the shops of Cornwall. But who will be walking the plank at the end of their final auction?
Another antiques adventure for experts Charles Hanson and Natasha Raskin Sharp, travelling through Northumberland in the oldest motor ever to grace the Road Trip.
Charles Hanson and Natasha Raskin Sharp are in Yorkshire finding treasures on a double-decker bus. Some rare Dutch tiles excite the Stroud bidders.
After a meal of Yorkshire puds, Charles tries to play cricket in an antiques shop much to Natasha’s dismay. A gamble buy makes a fortune at a Worcestershire auction.
In Lincolnshire, Charles spends a fortune and bakes a cake, while Natasha gambles on a rare plate and comes across a Nigerian prince in the most unlikely of places.
Charles Hanson has money to spend and an eye for expensive antiques, while Natasha Raskin Sharp decides to buy a grumpy girl. Who will take the Road Trip crown?
Margie Cooper and Tim Medhurst start their Cumbrian antiques adventure in a camper van. A very rare jug and a 150-year-old locket go to auction, but will ‘Tiny Timmy’ steal the show?
Tim Medhurst and Margie Cooper tour the Lakes in a camper van. Tim becomes besotted with a Victorian lady, and Margie hears a very fishy tale, but diamonds excite at auction.
Road trip becomes boat trip as Tim and Margie set sail for the Isle of Man. Expect a horse-drawn tram, a bargain corkscrew and a sought-after souvenir from the Ivory Coast.
Margie Cooper and Tim Medhurst’s camper van takes them to Lancashire. An animal-themed shopping spree sees a donkey, leopard, dog and horse head to a Derbyshire auction.
Roo Irvine is joined by rookie road tripper Mark Hill for an antiques hunt around Scotland. A grisly tale gives one expert nightmares, but Japanese porcelain is a dream buy for the other.
Roo Irvine and Mark Hill are in the Highlands. A rare piece of glass and a charming penny bank go under the gavel, and one of Scotland’s strongest men helps the pair on their way.
Roo Irvine and Mark Hill continue their Scottish jaunt. There’s hope a naked torso will excite bidders, while the mystery of Indian soldiers in the Cairngorms is investigated.
Roo Irvine and Mark Hill scour the Highlands and Islands for antiques. A leather case hides a secret and reveals a profit for one expert, and some 1950s fun excites the other.
The Isle of Skye hosts Roo and Mark on their final trip together. A sweet bonbon dish and a collection of glass go to auction, while we discover a clan chieftain’s secret weapon.
Sunny south Wales plays host to Izzie Balmer and James Braxton as they embark on a new road trip. Izzie gambles on a 1920s contraceptive device, while James buys something Egyptian.
Izzie Balmer and James Braxton visit Wales and Shropshire to buy a rare item from 1832. Expect stories of forbidden love and a forgotten Welsh cycling hero.
Izzie Balmer and James Braxton pilot their classic car to north Wales, where they become avian admirers, nautical navigators and go bonkers for bamboo.
James Braxton and Izzie Balmer hunt for profit-making antiques in Snowdonia. James finds time to slip into chainmail, and Izzie learns about a beefy local legend.
James Braxton and Izzie Balmer head to south Wales for their final outing. A piece of 1960s silver means gold for one road tripper. Expect cute dogs, magpie tendencies and a peacock.
Margie Cooper and Ochuko Ojiri set off on a north west antiques hunt. A 1940s fairground collectible takes bidders for a ride, while a silver egg cup has a royal connection.
Margie and Ochuko visit Staffordshire via the Trent and Mersey Canal. Railwayana puts one expert on track for profits, while the other hopes a birdcage will fly at auction.
Margie Cooper hopes for big profits from Victorian oak, while Ochuko Ojiri is stirred by Sheffield silver and is left shaken at auction. This third trip is along the Welsh border.
Margie Cooper and Ochuko Ojiri head to the Welsh Borders in their quest for big profits. Can Margie make it as a maid, and what’s on Ochuko’s buying radar?
Ochuko spies a trunk filled with silver and tries to buy the lot, while Margie confronts every antiques lover’s worst enemy. Who will make the most cash at the final auction?
It’s a feisty reunion in Kent for veteran road trippers Catherine Southon and David Harper as they discover that ten years apart hasn’t dulled their competitive edge.
Catherine Southon and David Harper call on a doggy antiques appraiser as they trip along the Sussex coast. David gets into trouble playing cricket in a shop full of china.
Catherine Southon and David Harper are shopping on the Isle of Wight and across Hampshire. David goes Dutch, but not before learning about French soldiers’ passion for garlic.
David and Catherine go digging for bargains on the Jurassic Coast. Catherine is attracted to old iron, David is daft for Delft, and they shake it all up with a cocktail.
Catherine and David are steaming to auction to end their south coast jamboree, with an antique eel spear and a fetish doll. But will Catherine ever get out of second gear?
Dealers Irita Marriot and Mark Hill set out on their first trip together, hunting for antiques to sell at auction. But when the hammer goes down, who will come out on top?
Irita Marriott and Mark Hill continue their search for money-making treasures. Some anatomy moulds and a 200-year-old ornament go under the gavel.
Irita Marriott and Mark Hill cruise their way around East Anglia on a search for treasures from a bygone era. They find a rare blue duck and sought-after Hungarian porcelain.
Experts Irita Marriott and Mark Hill go treasure hunting in the Fens. They find an antique that hides a secret and another that could be the show’s most gruesome buy yet.
It's Mark Hill and Irita Marriott’s final chance to find profit-making collectables, but will a shoe-shaped pin cushion or a 1970s motorbike sell for the most at auction?
Izzie Balmer sets off with a new rival in the classic car, Ishy Khan. These jewellery experts compete to find profitable antiques in the Lakes but discover an American president.
Road trip regular Izzie Balmer and new recruit Ishy Khan head for the Pennines. Expect an alligator and a tale of an eccentric gardener before a Barnsley auction.
Auctioneer Izzie Balmer and jewellery expert Ishy Khan explore all things Yorkshire in their vintage motor. Will a very old and rare padlock be the key to an auction win?
Antiquers Izzie Balmer and Ishy Khan do Derbyshire. A 1930s necklace and a miniature croquet set head to auction, but only after a night-time rowboat escapade.
Ishy and Izzie are on their last legs in the Midlands! Broken pineapples, legless glass ladies, mystery board games and an antique pub table – what will make them money at auction?
Friends and rivals Natasha Raskin Sharp and Philip Serrell set off on a new trip from the Lake District. Expect a portable Victorian loo, a toy lion and three unhappy bears.
Natasha and Phil continue their antiquing adventure around the Scottish Borders with food on their mind, picking up a fish service, a sandwich box and a silver kettle.
Natasha Raskin Sharp and Philip Serrell hunt for antiques in Scotland. While Tash goes French with some candlesticks, Phil reverts to type and buys old, weighty farm troughs.
In Scotland, experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Philip Serrell find rare first edition books, watercolours by local artists and a plate of delicious homemade scones.
Natasha Raskin Sharp and Phil Serrell shop in Northern Ireland before an auction in Wales. An unexpected bidding frenzy helps one expert take the win and the Road Trip crown.
Experts Raj Bisram and Irita Marriott hit the road again, winding each other up, cracking bad jokes and looking for exquisite antiques in Wales. It’s going to be hair-raising!
Raj and Irita criss-cross the Welsh border looking for antique goodies, but finding beautiful things that don’t need two strong assistants to carry them isn’t easy.
It’s all gold and silver on Raj’s and Irita’s third leg. But it’s not all heavy metal. They find their groove in Birmingham’s reggae heartland before a surprise auction result.
Raj and Irita embark on a five-county tour of The Fens. On the way, they discover secret doors, prehistoric artefacts and time travel.
Time to slap on the sunscreen as Raj and Irita head to the seaside in Lincolnshire. It’s the last chance to hit the shops before their final auction showdown.
Jewellery expert Izzie Balmer and mid-century fan Mark Hill head to Wales for the start of a new trip in Pembrokeshire. Magic tricks and a folding cake stand head to auction.
On the second leg of Izzie Balmer’s and Mark Hill’s first ever road trip, the new best mates battle for bargain antiques in the towns and villages of Carmarthenshire.
Doyenne of the jewellery world Izzie Balmer and 20th-century design whizz Mark Hill raid the antiques shops of Stroud, Cirencester and beyond.
Jewellery afficionado Izzie Balmer and 20th-century design connoisseur Mark Hill motor through Oxfordshire and the Midlands searching for hidden treasures to take to auction.
Mark and Izzie’s final outing, where they fall in love with cuddly toys, dumb waiters, and early 20th-century glass. But who’ll make the biggest profit at auction?
Debut road tripper Hettie Jago takes on regular dealer David Harper. The pair start out in Scotland with £1,500 each and a 1980s Mercedes 280 SL.
Auctioneer Hettie Jago takes on dealer David Harper. The second leg of their trip takes them to Glasgow and the Scottish Borders.
Today we’re in Cumbria with Hettie Jago, David Harper and their 1980s Mercedes 280 SL. Will David or Hettie strike a decisive blow in their best-of-five auction contest?
We’re in Cumbria with Hettie Jago, David Harper and their 1980s Mercedes 280 SL. Who will strike a decisive blow in their best-of-five auction contest?
Hettie Jago has one last chance to catch up with David Harper as the road trip speeds towards its final auction.
Antiques experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Ishy Khan point their classic car to Northumberland in search of profit-making collectibles. Candelabra and militaria go under the gavel.
The adventure continues in North Yorkshire as Natasha and Ishy try to nab as many auction victories as they can with what remains of their original £1,500.
It’s a new trip with antiques experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and Ishy Khan as they scour East Yorkshire for more antique delights.
Watch out West Yorkshire, we’re on the penultimate leg of this road trip with hot shot auctioneer Natasha Raskin Sharp and jewellery connoisseur Ishy Khan.
We’re in the east Midlands for a sparkling road trip finale with young guns Natasha Raskin Sharp and Ishy Khan.
A new road trip with a couple of very familiar experts, Catherine Southon and Phil Serrell, this time motoring through the West Country in their red Morgan Roadster.
Two of our best-loved experts, Catherine Southon and Phil Serrell, are back on a treasure hunt. They tour Dorset, Wiltshire and Hampshire in a red Morgan Roadster.
Follow antiques experts Catherine Southon and Philip Serrell's adventures around Surrey and Hampshire.
With just two more auctions left on this trip, Phil Serrell pulls out all the stops as he tries to beat fellow expert Catherine Southon.
Catherine Southon and Phil Serrell breeze around Essex, picking up curiosities in a Mercedes convertible. Catherine enjoys a revenge prank on Phil.
Antiques aficionados Margie Cooper and Mark Hill take in the sights of Yorkshire behind the wheel of an MGB Roadster, splashing their cash on hidden gems to take to auction.
Glass lover Mark Hill and silver specialist Margie Cooper go head-to-head in a 1980 MGB Roadster, searching for antiques along the Yorkshire coast, from Bridlington to Pickering.
Glass lover Mark Hill and silver specialist Margie Cooper continue their head-to-head in a 1980 MGB Roadster, hunting for antiques in Yorkshire, from Darlington to Barnard Castle.
In an MGB Roadster, glass champion Mark Hill and silver lover Margie Cooper hunt for antiques around the border towns of Scotland and England, from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Hawick.
Silver lover Margie Cooper and 20th-century design expert Mark Hill head for the heart of Edinburgh in their 1980 MGB Roadster.
Experts Natasha Raskin Sharp and James Braxton start their three-country shopping spree in Wales. On the way, they uncover hidden musical talents and find out what’s in James’s jug.
Natasha Raskin Sharp goes head-to-head with James Braxton to find out who succeeds in the saleroom. Driving a 1967 Daimler Sovereign, the pair shop from Pontypridd to Monmouth.
Natasha and James hit the antiques emporia of the Midlands, discovering tiny shops, little gnomes and a huge specimen of a rather famous bird.
Lancashire and the Lakes beckon for James and Natasha on round four of their road trip. Will they be bowled over by what they find in the shops?
Natasha has home turf advantage as she and James head to the west of Scotland for their final expedition together, which features conjuring, cowboys and cake!
Auctioneer Hettie Jago takes on dealer Tim Medhurst. The pair start out in Sussex with £200 each and a replica Jaguar.
Auctioneer Hettie Jago takes on dealer Tim Medhurst. The second leg of their trip takes them from Surrey to Banbury.
It’s the halfway mark for this trip. Which one of our experts will dig out the profit-making antiques to win them this leg of the contest?
Coin lover Tim Medhurst has found something special in his wheelhouse of expertise in the penultimate auction of this road trip.
Auctioneer Hettie Jago takes on dealer Tim Medhurst for the final time. Can the newbie pull a win out of the bag?
It’s the start of a new trip in Kent, with our newly acquainted experts –queen of ceramics Irita Marriott and king of jewellery Ishy Khan – driving a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
It’s the second leg of a very friendly road trip with Ishy Khan and Irita Marriott, now heading to the Kent coastline in their sporty 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
Irita Marriott and Ishy Khan cross from Kent into Suffolk to tour antiques shops in Appledore, Woodbridge and beyond in their sporty 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
Jewellery bigwig Ishy Khan and ceramics queen Irita Marriott meander through Suffolk and Norfolk in a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
It’s all to play for as ceramics queen Irita Marriott and jewellery king Ishy Khan make their way through to Norfolk to the final auction in their trusty 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
It’s Margie Cooper v Tim Medhurst – silver expert v coin guru – in an electric-powered 1970 crew cab fire engine. From Blackpool to beyond!
Margie Cooper, Tim Medhurst and their electric-powered fire engine, Sam, make their way to Liverpool. They scour the city for secrets but still find time for a bit of moving meditation in Europe's first Chinatown. Tim sets a dining table at the auction, while Margie opts for a more industrial haul.
Margie Cooper v Tim Medhurst, round three, as they hop over the English border to the green grass of Wales in their electric green fire engine. They head to the home of the famous Ladies of Llangollen and take some tasty treats to auction. But will their offerings go down well?
Dealers Margie Cooper and Tim Medhurst take their green electric fire engine to Gwynedd in north Wales. But watch out for those greedy seagulls...
Final outing for Tim and Margie, wandering through the Welsh Valleys. With an obelisk, psychic sketches and a racehorse to grapple with, who will wrestle their way to a victory?
Auctioneers Raj and Hettie kick off in Cambridgeshire. The mighty Cadillac is their powerful chariot as they embark on a shopping frenzy. Watch out for an opportunity of a lifetime.
Auctioneers Raj Bisram and Hettie Jago are in a Cadillac in Norfolk. The second leg of the trip is packed full of antiques and includes a look at the heritage of the British tavern.
Auctioneers with allure, Raj Bisram and Hettie Jago, hit Suffolk for the third leg. From stilt walking to witchcraft, it’s a jam-packed jamboree.
For the fourth leg, Raj and Hettie cruise their Cadillac through the county of Hertfordshire. From birthday celebrations to a trip to Mars, it’s positively intergalactic.
Auctioneer hotshots Raj Bisram and Hettie Jago bounce into the counties of Berkshire and Hampshire for the final leg. From necklaces to top hats and tails, we’re off to the races.
Flamboyant besties Roo Irvine and Mark Hill reunite to battle over attire and antiques at auction. Who will win this fast and furious race around Yorkshire?
Roo Irvine motors along the roads of North Yorkshire with her rival, Mark Hill. In their second battle, Mark gets flustered over a very rare find.
Motoring around the north west in their sturdy Volvo, flashy fashionistas Roo Irvine and Mark Hill pull out all the stops to outwit each other in the saleroom.
Contesting companions Mark and Roo battle it out on the penultimate leg of the road trip round Northumberland. Can Roo retain her winning streak, or will Mark reach for the moon?
Final shopping shenanigans with Roo Irvine and Mark Hill whizzing around Roo’s home turf in Scotland. Can Mark outsmart his rival?
It’s a wet one in Leicestershire, but nothing can dampen the spirits of our all-weather experts – Catherine Southon and Ishy Khan. Who will be the first victor in the best of five?
Jewellery buffs Catherine Southon and Ishy Khan are digging deep in round two! Who will unearth the finest treasures in and around Coventry?
Glorious Gloucestershire welcomes our daring dealers, Catherine and Ishy. In their halfway-point tussle, their auction haul is a posh purchase and a golden find.
Wiltshire and Somerset host Catherine and Ishy in the penultimate trip. After an antiques animation exclusive, it’s off to auction with a cheeky piece of retro advertising in hand.
It’s a showdown on the Isle of Wight shops for Catherine and Ishy’s final clash, where they uncover the oldest find of the trip by far.
