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Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Experts reveal the retro DVDs that are now worth a FORTUNE - with Carry On films topping the list
Many of us have old DVDs gathering dust in the attic or hidden away in cabinets. And while clearing them out might seem a gargantuan task, it could land you with a tidy profit. Experts have revealed the top 15 DVDs that could make you the most money. Topping the list is the complete DVD box set of the Carry On collection, containing all 31 films that were made over their 34-year span - which could sell for £350. Meanwhile if you have the limited edition castle box set of Monty Python and the Holy Grail, you could be in line for a £300 payout. The Blade Runner Ultimate Collector's Edition Briefcase could also fetch you £300, as well as a limited edition box set of The Godfather. Collectables expert Tracy Martin, enlisted by online gambling site Bally Casino, shared her expertise. She said: 'Collectable value can be due to rarity, different variants to the norm, oddities - misspelling on DVD cases or books - nostalgia - people buying back their memories, limited edition and basic supply and demand. Topping the list is the complete DVD box set of the Carry On collection, containing all 31 films that were made over their 34-year span - which could sell for £350 Meanwhile if you have the limited edition castle box set of Monty Python and the Holy Grail (scene from the film pictured), you could be in line for a £300 payout Anyone who owns 'The Godfather: The Coppola Restoration Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set' could sell it for around £300 'There are so many reasons things are collectable. 'People don't always recognise they have things of value which is why they turn to valuers like me or do their own research online. 'Always research to ensure you get the best price achievable for your collectable by looking to see what similar items have sold for in the past.' Next on the list is The Avengers '62-64 Emma Peel Mega Set, which is worth about £275, while the wooden box limited edition of 1973's The Wicker Man could fetch £225. Others that make the top 15 include the ultimate restored blu-ray edition of The World at War, The Beatles Anthology DVD box set and the 'Just the Shows' DVD box set of Red Dwarf. For those who do have any of the DVDs mentioned, Ms Martin provided advice on the best way to get the best price. 'Find the perfect selling platform, that could be an auction selling site or a retail site,' she said. 'I prefer an auction with collectables as there is the option for worldwide visibility and also is more likely to encourage people to bid before the item expires, people love a deadline. The Blade Runner Ultimate Collector's Edition Briefcase could fetch £300, according to a collectibles expert Meanwhile anyone who has the 'Twin Peaks: The Entire Mystery Blu-ray Box Set' hiding in a box in the attic could sell it for about £225 The 'The Avengers '62-64 - Emma Peel Mega Set' is also worth digging out if you think you have a copy at home, experts said 'Start at a reasonable price and have a reserve in place so the item won't sell for less than you want. End the listing at the right time and day - Sunday night between 8 and 9pm is perfect as people are home relaxing browsing the internet.' Previously, experts have revealed the retro gadgets that are now worth a fortune, including phones, cassette players, and gaming consoles. Topping the list is the Sony Walkman TPS-L2 (1979) which fetches an average of £728.76 on eBay. Meanwhile, if you have a Motorola Microtac 9800X knocking about, you could be in for a £669.14 payout. 'Nostalgia sells—and when it comes to retro tech, some devices are worth a small fortune,' Protect Your Bubble explained.
Irish Daily Mirror
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
These old DVDs could be worth hundreds of euros, according to experts
DVDs might be a thing of the past for most households, but certain disc collections stashed away could be worth a pretty penny according to experts. For anyone still holding onto a collection of DVDs, it might be worth checking if you could make some extra cash. Back in the days before streaming services like Now, Netflix and Disney Plus, cosy film nights at home were dependent on what was on the telly, or DVDs you had on the shelf - which could be now worth a few hundred euros. Bally Casino shared which DVDs are worth selling, with collectables expert Tracy Martin providing her expertise on recognising value and getting the most out of your items. According to The Express, the most expensive DVD is the Carry On Film Collection, which is a complete box set of all 31 films that were made over their 34-year span and the average price for the entire collection is a whopping €412. Coming in at second is the Monty Python and the Holy Grail, limited edition castle box set, which could get you €354. Blade Runner Ultimate collector's edition could also earn around €354 along with The Godfather box, also at around €354. Tracy said: "Collectable value can be due to rarity, different variants to the norm, oddities (misspelling on DVD cases or books), nostalgia - people buying back their memories, limited edition and basic supply and demand. "There are so many reasons things are collectable. People don't always recognise they have things of value which is why they turn to valuers like me or do their own research online. 'Always research to ensure you get the best price achievable for your collectable by looking to see what similar items have sold for in the past." The expert said for those looking to sell their old DVDs, the first thing is to find a good selling platform, to make sure you get a good price for your items. She also urged sellers to make sure they start at a reasonable price for the item they are selling. The most valuable DVDs to sell: Carry On Films - Complete DVD Collection Box Set, 1958-1992, €412 Monty Python and the Holy Grail - Limited Edition Castle Box Set, 1975, €354 Blade Runner Ultimate Collector's Edition Briefcase, 1982, €354 The Godfather: The Coppola Restoration Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set, 1972-1990, €354 The Avengers '62-64 - Emma Peel Mega Set, 1961-1969, €324 The Wicker Man - Wooden Box Limited Edition, 1973, €324 The World at War - Ultimate Restored Blu-ray Edition, 1973-1974, €324 Quatermass Collection - Limited Edition Box Set, 1953-1979, €324 Twin Peaks: The Entire Mystery Blu-ray Box Set, 1990-1991, €324 Peeping Tom (Criterion Collection Region 2), 1960, €235 Withnail & I - Limited Edition Tin Box, 1987, €206 The Beatles Anthology DVD Box Set, 1995, €206 Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
Daily Mirror
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
List of old DVDs that could be worth a fortune, as expert urges people to check
There are a few items people may have pushed to the back of cupboards, including old DVDs, but you could be sitting on a small fortune according to experts who urge people to cash in their old disks While DVD's may be a thing of the past, certain disks could fetch a small fortune according to experts. For those who are still holding on to their impressive and nostalgic collections, it's worth seeing if you could make some extra cash on your old DVDs. Before the days of Netflix and Amazon Prime, your cosy movie nights all depended on which DVDs you could get your hands on but now you could be sitting on a small fortune. Bally Casino has shared which DVDs are worth selling, and collectables expert Tracy Martin has also provided her expertise on recognising value and getting the most out of your items. According to The Express, the most expensive DVD is the Carry On Film Collection, which is a complete box set of all 31 films that were made over their 34-year span and the average price for the entire collection is a whopping £350. Coming in at second is the Monty Python and the Holy Grail, limited edition castle box set, which could get you £300. Blade Runner Ultimate collector's edition could also earn around £300 along with The Godfather box, also at around £300. Tracy said: "Collectable value can be due to rarity, different variants to the norm, oddities (misspelling on DVD cases or books), nostalgia - people buying back their memories, limited edition and basic supply and demand. "There are so many reasons things are collectable. People don't always recognise they have things of value which is why they turn to valuers like me or do their own research online. Always research to ensure you get the best price achievable for your collectable by looking to see what similar items have sold for in the past." The expert said for those looking to sell their old DVDs, the first thing is to find a good selling platform, to make sure you get a good price for your items. She also urged sellers to make sure they start at a reasonable price for the item they are selling. The most valuable DVDs to sell: 1. Carry On Films - Complete DVD Collection Box Set, 1958-1992, £350 2. Monty Python and the Holy Grail - Limited Edition Castle Box Set, 1975, £300 3. Blade Runner Ultimate Collector's Edition Briefcase, 1982, £300 4. The Godfather: The Coppola Restoration Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set, 1972-1990, £300 5. The Avengers '62-64 - Emma Peel Mega Set, 1961-1969, £275 6. The Wicker Man - Wooden Box Limited Edition, 1973, £225 7. The World at War - Ultimate Restored Blu-ray Edition, 1973-1974, £225 8. Quatermass Collection - Limited Edition Box Set, 1953-1979, £225 9. Twin Peaks: The Entire Mystery Blu-ray Box Set, 1990-1991, £225 10 Peeping Tom (Criterion Collection Region 2), 1960, £200 11. Withnail & I - Limited Edition Tin Box, 1987, £175 12. The Beatles Anthology DVD Box Set, 1995, £175
Wales Online
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Old DVDs stored away in your home could be worth a fortune
Old DVDs stored away in your home could be worth a fortune If you're still hanging on to your old film collection, now might be a great time to look at what you have stored away Your old DVDs might be hiding a fortune (Image: (Image: Getty Images) ) If you've got a stash of DVDs gathering dust in the back of a cupboard, you might be sitting on a small fortune. Despite the rise of streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime, many people have held onto their old DVD collections, and now could be the perfect time to see what they're worth. Before the digital age took over, these DVDs were essential for entertainment in many households. While some may consider DVDs relics of the past, there's still a significant number of people who cherish a physical collection of their favourite films. Bally Casino has conducted research to identify which DVDs could rake in a tidy sum. To help with the hunt for hidden treasures, collectables expert Tracy Martin has been brought in to share her insights on recognising valuable items and maximising their potential. Topping the list of lucrative DVDs is the Carry On Film Collection, a comprehensive box set of all 31 films produced across a 34-year period. It fetches an average price of £350, reports the Express. For money-saving tips, sign up to our Money newsletter here Article continues below Other noteworthy collections include the Monty Python and the Holy Grail limited edition castle box set, which could command up to £300. While the Blade Runner Ultimate collector's edition and The Godfather box set are both valued at a similar price. Tracy Martin explained: "Collectable value can be due to rarity, different variants to the norm, oddities (misspelling on DVD cases or books), nostalgia - people buying back their memories, limited edition and basic supply and demand. "There are so many reasons things are collectable. People don't always recognise they have things of value which is why they turn to valuers like me or do their own research online. "Always research to ensure you get the best price achievable for your collectable by looking to see what similar items have sold for in the past." Tracy highlighted that securing a suitable platform for selling is crucial to obtaining a favourable price for collectables. She emphasised that setting a reasonable starting price for the item on sale is important. Article continues below As some DVDs are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, Tracy hinted that CDs might be next to see an increase in value. This wouldn't come as a surprise given the steep climb in vinyl popularity. The top 15 are: Carry On Films - Complete DVD Collection Box Set, 1958-1992, £350 Monty Python and the Holy Grail - Limited Edition Castle Box Set, 1975, £300 Blade Runner Ultimate Collector's Edition Briefcase, 1982, £300 The Godfather: The Coppola Restoration Limited Edition Blu-ray Box Set, 1972-1990, £300 The Avengers '62-64 - Emma Peel Mega Set, 1961-1969, £275 The Wicker Man - Wooden Box Limited Edition, 1973, £225 The World at War - Ultimate Restored Blu-ray Edition, 1973-1974, £225 Quatermass Collection - Limited Edition Box Set, 1953-1979, £225 Twin Peaks: The Entire Mystery Blu-ray Box Set, 1990-1991, £225 Peeping Tom (Criterion Collection Region 2), 1960, £200 Withnail and I - Limited Edition Tin Box, 1987, £175 The Beatles Anthology DVD Box Set, 1995, £175 Red Dwarf - Just the Shows DVD Box Set, 1988-1999, £150 Taxi Driver - 35th Anniversary Blu-ray Edition, 1976, £150 The Third Man - UK Steelbook Edition, 1949, £125
BBC News
24-03-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Collapsed Shaldon wall not repaired for more than a year
A large wall that collapsed on a main road in a seaside town in Devon has not been repaired for more than a landslip on the A379 in Shaldon, Devon, happened in February traffic lights put in place on Ringmore Road have cost more than £26,000, according to a Freedom of Information request to Devon County landowner did not wish to comment, but Devon County Council said: "Discussions with the landowner are continuing and, for the meantime, traffic management will remain in place." Tracy Martin, who is a regular visitor to Shaldon, said she had seen the condition of the site deteriorating over said: "It's just getting worse - it started off half the size and now it's that size and I don't know what they're doing about it."Ed Mole, who lives nearby, said: "I think it's bizarre its not been fixed yet - it obviously causes a bit of disruption trying to pull out of this road."John Culverhouse, who has a holiday caravan nearby, said: "It just seems very slow and all the people involved seem to be taking their time, which is a bit strange when the incremental and incidental costs must be building all the time." The road is maintained by Devon County its response to the Freedom of Information request, the council said it had spent £26,372 on temporary traffic lights at the site between 26 February 2024 and 13 January 2025 which are still in place. Alistair Dewhirst, Liberal Democrat council member for the area, said he had been trying to work with the council to resolve the said: "This is an important road, it's a busy road and nobody can get from the bottom of the village to the top of the village without having to go through these traffic lights."This wall is slowly collapsing - every time it rains a little bit more falls off."
