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Daily Record
3 days ago
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- Daily Record
BBC Bargain Hunt viewers demand 'total shake up' of show as they hit out at 'utter drivel'
Antiques expert Charlie Ross was at the helm of the latest episode of the BBC's Bargain Hunt, but viewers were left unimpressed and called for a show shake-up. Fans of Bargain Hunt were left nonplussed as they tuned in for the latest offering from the popular BBC series. This most recent escapade transported viewers to the picturesque locales of King's Lynn and Swaffham in Norfolk, with the renowned auctioneer and television favourite Charlie Ross at the helm, flanked by seasoned antiques experts Caroline Hawley and David Fergus. Yet no sooner had Charlie introduced the day's red and blue teams than did viewers voice their frustrations, sensing an all-too-familiar feeling about the show, reports the Mirror. A frustrated spectator aired their grievances online, venting on X: "Bargain Hunt is so predictable. Needs a total shake up. Get rid of Charlie Ross would be first #bargainhunt." Others quickly followed suit, with another viewer lamenting their lunchtime viewing choice: "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!" Further disappointment was echoed by an additional viewer who remarked: "@BBCBargainHunt love this programme but editing a bit off today." The episode itself saw the red team's Kerri and Lorraine go head-to-head with Bruno and Tom of the blue team, each pair eager to turn a profit from their antiques sourced at a King's Lynn fair, before proceeding to the auction stage. The red team's eclectic range of finds, from a Norwegian brooch to a vintage typewriter and some dinner-service chinaware, unfortunately didn't bring in the anticipated profits, ending in a modest £40 deficit. Despite their wares not achieving a profit and falling short by £58, Lorraine remained upbeat, remarking: "Ah well, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!" Meanwhile, the blue team pinned their hopes on a retro table football set, an enchanting blue vase, and a pair of silvery collectables to charm the auction attendees. When Charlie announced the victors, the red team's elation was palpable, prompting a chuckle from him as he said: "Shrieks of delight! So much joy despite not even making a profit." The show also featured Dr Sue Gattuso regaling host Charlie Ross with Howard Carter's captivating tales, illuminating the renowned local figure's monumental discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. Charlie delved into the life and times of the celebrated Swaffham archaeologist against the serene Norfolk scenery as the episode unfolded. Bargain Hunt has aired on BBC One since March 2000. It was originally presented by David Dickinson, with Tim Wonnacott coming in from 2003. From 2016 onwards it changed to a rota of hosts with a "team of experts" presenting the series. There have been 71 series of the programme, with nearly 2,000 episodes. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC Bargain Hunt viewers demand 'total shake-up' and call for change to show
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. 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. 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." 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. 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.
Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Bargain Hunt expert finds gold medal worth £1million in cardboard box
BBC Bargain Hunt expert Richard Madley was quizzed about the biggest profit he's ever made on an antique - and had a very surprising answer for his co-star Charlie Ross BBC Bargain Hunt expert Richard Madley was gobsmacked when he unearthed a treasure from a cardboard box that later fetched £1 million at auction. Sharing his experience with the most lucrative finds, Richard recounted: "I found a gold medal in a cardboard box which I sold for £1 million, and a small lead Henry Moore sculpture I found in a Wiltshire farmhouse made £320,000. "Oh yes - I found and sold some old rugby jerseys and photos found in an airing cupboard which I sold for £60,000. But who's counting!" Madley's standout moment on the programme involved discovering a quaint "vintage scratch-built green painted toy train c.1930", which cost him £5 in Cardiff Antiques Market and went on to sell successfully at a market in Carmarthen. He also shared how his passion for collecting started in childhood and has funded significant life purchases, saying: "I started with stamps then moved to coins but became hooked on bottles). "My father bought me a box of Britain's lead soldiers which I added to, then sold them all to buy my first house." He continued to detail his ventures in antiques, mentioning: "I built up an impressive collection of postcards which I sold to re-roof that first house. I built up an even better collection of Poole Pottery over twenty years which I sold to pay school fees." Richard divulged his current interest and potential future plans by stating: "My current area of collecting is Wisden Cricketers' Almanacks, which I will probably sell to finance my nursing home fees," reports the Express. Bargain Hunt's Christina Trevanion was left gobsmacked upon discovering that a set of tribal masks, part of expert Sam Hanbury-Maiden's collection and described as "highly desirable for collectors", could fetch up to a staggering £2million at auction. Earlier this month, Bargain Hunt star Ochuko Ojiri pleaded guilty to eight charges related to funding terrorism. In early May, he was seen arriving at Westminster Magistrates' Court after being charged with a specific offence under section 21A of the Terrorism Act 2000. His charges included eight counts of failing to make a disclosure during the course of business within the regulated sector following an investigation into alleged "terrorist financing". Ojiri appeared in court wearing a grey suit and a dark tie and confirmed his name, date of birth and address before the charges were read out to him.
Edinburgh Live
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
BBC Bargain Hunt expert makes £1million after finding object abandoned in box
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info One BBC Bargain Hunt expert, Richard Madley, was astounded when he chanced upon a highly valuable old gold medal hidden in a cardboard box. The antique fetched an impressive £1 million at sale. Richard revealed his most profitable finds to the BBC, saying: "I found a gold medal in a cardboard box which I sold for £1million, and a small lead Henry Moore sculpture I found in a Wiltshire farmhouse made £320,000. Oh yes - I found and sold some old rugby jerseys and photos found in an airing cupboard which I sold for £60,000. But who's counting!". His luck on Bargain Hunt shone when he snapped up a vintage toy train from Cardiff Antiques Market for a mere £5 that later auctioned remarkably well in Carmarthen. READ MORE - Good Morning Britain presenter 'facing axe' in ITV bloodbath after controversy READ MORE - GBBO's Mary Berry, 90, shares simple diet change she's made to stay healthy Sharing his journey into the world of collecting, Richard disclosed how beginning with stamps and coins in his childhood helped him onto the property ladder: "I started with stamps then moved to coins but became hooked on bottles (all by the age of 11). My father bought me a box of Britains lead soldiers which I added to, then sold them all to buy my first house." He divulged further: "I built up an impressive collection of postcards which I sold to re-roof that first house. I built up an even better collection of Poole Pottery over twenty years which I sold to pay school fees.", reports the Express. With humour, Richard noted his current obsession with Wisden Cricketers' Almanacks, jesting that their future sale would be earmarked for his eventual nursing home bills: "My current area of collecting is Wisden Cricketers' Almanacks, which I will probably sell to finance my nursing home fees!". Christina Trevanion of Bargain Hunt was left gobsmacked upon learning that some tribal masks, appraised by expert Sam Hanbury-Maiden and described as "highly desirable for collectors", might fetch a staggering £2million at auction.
Daily Record
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Bargain Hunt star left gobsmacked after discovering unassuming £1m object in cardboard box
BBC Bargain Hunt expert Richard Madley was left speechless when he uncovered the item in a cardboard box and discovered its staggering value. A BBC Bargain Hunt expert was left gobsmacked when he uncovered a priceless artefact in a cardboard box - which he went on to sell for £1M. Antiques guru Richard Madley was quizzed about the most eye watering profit he's ever made as an expert in the field - and the star had the perfect response. Richard recalled: 'I found a gold medal in a cardboard box which I sold for £1million, and a small lead Henry Moore sculpture I found in a Wiltshire farmhouse made £320,000. Oh yes - I found and sold some old rugby jerseys and photos found in an airing cupboard which I sold for £60,000. But who's counting!' On Bargain Hunt specifically, Richard's best find was a 'vintage scratch-built green painted toy train c.1930, which cost me all of £5 in Cardiff Antiques Market and went on to sell very well at auction in Carmarthen.' Richard's hobby of collecting rare finds started from a young age and developed into a skill which proved profitable enough for him to purchase his first home. Explaining how he turned his hobby into money, he told the BBC: 'I started with stamps then moved to coins but became hooked on bottles (all by the age of 11). My father bought me a box of Britains lead soldiers which I added to, then sold them all to buy my first house. 'I built up an impressive collection of postcards which I sold to re-roof that first house. I built up an even better collection of Poole Pottery over twenty years which I sold to pay school fee My current area of collecting is Wisden Cricketers' Almanacks, which I will probably sell to finance my nursing home fees!' Richard's find is not the only £1M item that's been uncovered on Bargain Hunt as his co-star Christina Trevanion was equally as stunned when she was informed that a set of tribal masks could sell for as much as £2M, at auction, the Express reports. She spied expert Sam Hanbury-Maiden's collection, which was 'highly desirable for collectors'. In the episode, she spoke with expert Sam Hanbury-Maiden, about the complexities of determining the age and origin of tribal art pieces. Intrigued by the collection, Christina asked Sam: "This looks like a fascinating collection. But what do we mean by the term tribal art? " He replied: "Essentially Christina we are talking about pieces that are of a non-European nature. Tribal art is a term that covers North and South America, Africa, and certain parts of Asia." Sam then provided Christina with a tour of some tribal art examples, including everyday items such as tools and jewellery, explaining that they qualify as tribal art because "they are made by artisans. " Turning to the face masks, Sam continued: "These masks are from about the 1400s to the 1460s. One of the biggest giveaways with the mask is actually not the front, it's the back. "You're looking at signs of wear that essentially comes from being worn on the side of the face or on top of the head. "This mask for example from the Yoruba Tribe has probably been painted several times as well. Looking with a magnifying glass you'll probably be able to see the different layers of paint." He added:"This Yoruba mask, maybe a bit more, maybe £600 something like that. The big money-makers are things like the fang masks from Gabon (in central Africa). "Again highly copied today, but a fang mask with a good providence today, dating from the 19th century could be a couple of million pounds." Gobsmacked by the value of one item, a shocked Christina gasped: "£2 million, wow."
