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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bargain Hunt viewers demand new material on ‘predictable' BBC programme
Bargain Hunt viewers have complained that the show has become stagnant with the same format being repeated for decades on the long-running BBC programme. The stalwart series, which first aired on BBC One in 2000 with David Dickinson as host, follows two pairs of contestants who're challenged to buy antiques from vendors and sell them at auction for profit. In the latest episode, competitors were taken to King's Lynn and Swaffham in Norfolk alongside auctioneer Charlie Ross as well as antiques experts Caroline Hawley and David Fergus. Team members Kerri and Lorraine of the red team competed against Bruno and Tom of the blue team with the women swooping to victory despite making a £58 total loss on a Norwegian brooch, vintage typewriter and some dinner-service china. Viewers were left bored by the episode, with one person writing on X/Twitter: 'Bargain Hunt is so predictable. Needs a total shake up. Get[ting] rid of Charlie Ross would be first.' Meanwhile, another fan added: 'I cannot believe that utter drivel is still going and it's not changed since it first started!' Other viewers complained that the editing had been 'a bit off' throughout the episode. Bargain Hunt, now in its 25th year, regularly attracts 2 million viewers, enjoying a 35 to 40 per cent share of the TV audience, per the Royal Television Society. On the programme's quarter of a century anniversary Executive Producer Paul Tucker said 'subtle changes' had been made to the series over the years: 'Don't ruin what's good,' he said. 'But at the same time…keep changing things to keep it relevant.' It comes after Bargain Hunt fans celebrated auctioneer Charles Hanson's announcement that he would be returning to the programme on 2 June after being found not guilty of subjecting his wife to years of violence and coercive control following a three-week trial in February. Hanson first joined Bargain Hunt in 2002 when he was just 23, making him the youngest expert on the programme at the time. Upon being found not guilty of his wife's accusations Hanson told reporters outside the courtroom: 'I'm delighted that after a year and a half the truth has finally come out. I can finally live my life again. I feel this burden has finally been lifted. It has been a tormentous time and all I want now is to readjust to what has been such an ordeal.' Bargain Hunt airs on weekdays on BBC One at 12.15pm
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- 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 Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Bargain Hunt viewers rage 'this show needs a total shake-up' as they brand BBC series 'utter drivel' and call for host to be axed
Bargain Hunt viewers raged 'this show needs a total shake-up' as they branded the BBC series 'utter drivel' and called for the host to be axed. Monday's instalment of the daytime BBC show saw two teams try their best to find hidden treasures at an antiques centre in King's Lynn. Experts David Fergus and Caroline Hawley featured on the programme, alongside auctioneer Charlie Ross. However, as the show went on to reveal how the red and blue teams were doing, some viewers began to feel frustrated. Many took to social media and complained about how they felt Bargain Hunt had become 'predictable'. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. One posted on X: '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!'; 'The epitome of boredom is a wet bank holiday Monday watching Bargain Hunt.'; '@BBCBargainHunt love this programme but editing a bit off today. Colin Young the auctioneer in nice blue suit but when the hammer goes down the auctioneer is in shirt sleeves.'; 'Bargain Hunt is so predictable. Needs a total shake up. Get rid of Charlie Ross would be first #bargainhunt.' During the instalment, both teams ended up making losses. The Red Team purchased a typewriter, dinner-service china and a brooch from Norway. While the Blue Team bought a vase, a vintage football game and silverware. The Reds won with a loss of £40, beating the Blues £58 loss. It comes after a shake-up announcement was made last month and revealed the show would be getting two new experts - David Fergus and Serhat Ahmet. Ceramics expert Serhat has over 30 years of antiquing experience and sources trades in 18th, 19th and 20th century porcelain - making him the perfect addition to the programme. During the instalment, both teams ended up making losses. The Red Team purchased a typewriter, dinner-service china and a brooch from Norway. While the Blue Team bought a vase, a vintage football game and silverware. The announcement read: 'It's a massive welcome [to] one of our new brilliant experts - it's @SerhatAntiques! Welcome to the #BBCBargainHunt team, Serhat. 'Catch Serhat's first episode on Monday 14th April, when he's shopping with his blue team in #Exeter.' The other newbie Dave isn't a stranger to the television world as he previously hosted Cash In The Attic with Jules Hudson. He's classified as an auctioneer and studio glass valuer. In a second post they marked Dave's exciting news with the caption: 'Please give a huge welcome to our other new expert on #BBCBargainHunt. 'It's @1davefergus! You can watch David's first programme on #BankHoliday Monday 21st April when he guides his blue team in King's Lynn.'
Daily Record
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
BBC Bargain Hunt star's record-breaking win on £390k rare attic item that was left for 50 years
Bargain Hunt's Charles Hanson uncovered the show's most expensive ever find in an old teapot, which had been left rotting in a loft for half a century, with its owners unaware that it was one of only three in the world. One of Bargain Hunt's best ever finds had been collecting dust in a Derbyshire attic for years before it went on to sell for a staggering £390,000 at auction. Expert Charles Hanson uncovered a Chinese teapot that had been rotting away in a loft for half a century, branding it as 'the most important object' he has ever sold. The 18th century teapot was almost thrown out in a spring clean by its owners. Luckily, the rare Chinese wine ewer was rescued in time for it to make an appearance on the BBC show - and for viewers to discover it's one of only three similar pieces internationally known. The antique had originally been inherited from World War II serviceman Ronald Wadsworth, a Burma Star medal owner. However, it was almost donated to a charity episode before the 2023 episode of the BBC show identified it as playing an important role in Chinese Emperor Qianlong's court, the Express r eports. Antique expert Charles explained on the show: 'Emperor Qianlong who was that great Emperor of the Arts, he wanted his Beijing enamelist to make the very best. And the quality is simply out of this world. "This is one of only three known, one's in a museum in Taiwan, one's in the museum of Beijing, China, and out of humble Burton-Upon-Trent, voila – unbelievably we have another. "It's probably what Faberge is to Russians and what imperial enamel is to Chinese billionaires and this to me, is a must-have object for any important Chinese connoisseur wishing to buy the best of Emperor Qianlong's treasures. 'This object for me, is in its historical placement, the most important object I've ever sold.' He continued: 'Unbeknown to the owner, it had been in his house, in his loft, for over 50 years. "His grandfather, Ronald, was in Japan in the mid-early 1940s, and it came home and it just languished." Despite its tremendous value, the teapot did not immediately stand out as valuable. Explaining why this was to his co-star Natasha Raskin-Sharp, Charles said: ' It was sleepy, it took a while to wake up. "But because we thought, this is interesting, so we booked it in at a low estimate, [thinking] it might be worth £100 to £150." He added: 'And then, as we look at the objects and we begin to research, suddenly we increase that guide to between £20,000 and £40,000. "Now we're advising the market that this important ewer is probably going to be guided at between £100,000 and £150,000. But though, we're still not at boiling point – literally!' In the end, the rare piece made an eye watering £390,000 at auction, breaking a record for the show. BBC Bargain Hunt airs on BBC One at 12:15 and 13:15 through from Mondays to Thursdays each week.
