BBC The Repair Shop Expert Faces ‘Tough’ Fix on Cherished WWII Clock Wednesday, May 7, 2025 repair restoration antiques clock therepairshop stevefletcher fredfletcher heritage wwii sentiment In a moving episode of BBC’s The Repair Shop aired during the VE Day special, viewers witnessed a heartfelt restoration that bridged history and personal memory. John Holloway, a 101-year-old Royal Navy veteran who served as … Read More
Restoration of 16th Century Tudor Building in Gloucester Tuesday, May 6, 2025 restoration gloucester tudor historic timber-framed antiques craftsmanship preservation heritage regeneration The Grade-I listed 26 Westgate in Gloucester has undergone a stunning restoration, supported by a £314,163 grant from Historic England. Dating back to the late 16th century, the merchant’s house is the largest surviving … Read More
The Repair Shop's Steve Fletcher: The Art of Restoration Saturday, April 5, 2025 repair bbc restoration horology antiques expert steve fletcher craftsmanship family joy Since its debut in 2017, The Repair Shop has showcased the restoration of a wide array of cherished items, from worn-down shoes and tattered teddy bears to delicate paintings and deteriorating jewelry. The BBC’s team of … Read More