BBC Bargain Hunt viewers demand 'total shake-up' and call for change to show

Daily Mirror

5 days ago

BBC Bargain Hunt viewers flocked to Twitter as the latest instalment of the beloved antiques show aired - and they were united in their frustration over the same issue
Bargain Hunt aficionados were left feeling miffed as they settled down for the latest instalment of the fan-favourite BBC show.
The episode whisked viewers away to Norfolk, specifically King's Lynn and Swaffham, with stalwart auctioneer and TV personality Charlie Ross steering the ship alongside antiques aficionados Caroline Hawley and David Fergus.
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However, no sooner had Charlie introduced the competing red and blue teams than did fans take to social media to express a sense of déjà vu plaguing the programme.
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Disgruntled viewer took their frustration online, stating on X: "Bargain Hunt is so predictable. Needs a total shake up. Get rid of Charlie Ross would be first #bargainhunt."
Complaints didn't stop there, with another viewer chiming in during their midday break: "Just sat down at home to have some lunch with the wife before moving on to my next job and she's watching Bargain Hunt on @BBC – I cannot believe that utter drivel is still going and it's not changed since it first started!", reports Cornwall Live.
An additional comment came from a disappointed fan: "@BBCBargainHunt love this programme but editing a bit off today."
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Within the episode's narrative, we saw team members Kerri and Lorraine of the red team compete against Bruno and Tom of the blue team, all set on snagging profits from their antique finds procured at a King's Lynn fair before hitting the auction block.
The red team's eclectic mix of items, including a Norwegian brooch, a vintage typewriter, and some dinner-service china, sadly failed to rake in the expected cash, culminating in a disappointing £40 loss.
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Despite their items not making a profit and ending up £58 down, Lorraine stayed cheery, commenting: "Ah well, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!" The blue team had banked on a vintage table football game, a captivating blue vase, and a duo of silver treasures to win over the bidders.
As Charlie declared the winners, the red team could not contain their excitement, which led to Charlie responding with amusement: "Shrieks of delight! So much joy despite not even making a profit."
During the programme, viewers were treated to Dr Sue Gattuso's intriguing stories about Howard Carter, shared with presenter Charlie Ross, revealing the exciting chronicles of the local legend and his significant find of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922.
Charlie took a deep dive into the world of the celebrated Swaffham archaeologist, as the episode played out amidst Norfolk's picturesque backdrop.