The Repair Shop Guest Left Speechless by Stunning Restoration Tuesday, August 19, 2025 therepairshop restoration heirloom sentimental craftsmanship emotional family antiques repair transformation On a recent episode of The Repair Shop, a touching moment unfolded when a couple brought in a cherished family heirloom for restoration. The item held immense sentimental value, passed down through generations. After the … Read More
The Repair Shop’s Steve Fletcher Opens Up About the Challenges Behind the Cameras Tuesday, August 19, 2025 repairshop stevefletcher clockmaking restoration heirlooms craftsmanship challenges antiques television preservation Since joining The Repair Shop in 2017, clockmaker Steve Fletcher has become a beloved figure, helping to breathe new life into treasured family heirlooms. However, behind the heartwarming restorations and happy reunions lies … Read More
BBC Bargain Hunt's Anita Manning: Life Beyond the Screen, Real Age, and Pioneering Career Thursday, July 10, 2025 anitamanning bargainhunt antiques auctioneer bbc television greatwesternauctions scotland family biography Anita Manning has firmly cemented her place as a cherished figure among Bargain Hunt fans, captivating audiences since her first appearance on the show in 2010. At 77 years old, her extensive career in the antiques world … Read More
BBC Flog It! Expert David Fletcher Underestimates Longines Aviator Watch’s Auction Value Tuesday, July 1, 2025 flogit longines antiques watch valuation auction bbc davidfletcher collectibles favorites BBC’s Flog It! antiques expert David Fletcher found himself facing an unexpected surprise when he undervalued a Longines Aviator Watch that had been passed down through generations. Jane, the owner, brought the vintage … Read More
Auctioneer Amazed by Discovery of Rare £15 Royal Mourning Ring Thursday, May 29, 2025 auction royal mourning ring charity history georgeiv princessamelia antiques jewelry A rare and historically significant royal mourning ring, originally bought for just £15 from a charity shop in Leicester, is set to be auctioned with an estimated value of £3,000 to £5,000. The ring dates back to the early … Read More
City Centre ‘Magic’ Door Opens to Reveal Gloucester’s Tudor Treasure Saturday, May 10, 2025 gloucester tudor restoration heritage townhouse antiques historicengland conservation architecture westgate Gloucester residents and visitors now have the unique opportunity to explore one of the city’s best-kept secrets hidden behind a “magic” door on Westgate Street. The restoration of the Tudor merchant’s house at 26 Westgate … Read More