Raj Bisram got into antiques when he discovered that a 9-5 job was not for him. Meet the experts Get to know the Bargain Hunt experts a little better. He first got involved with Bargain Hunt after failing a screen test to be an expert in the autumn of 2002. Ben is an antique dealer and says that life as such is a "lifestyle not just a job". Anita Manning (born 1 December 1947) is a Scottish antiques expert and television personality from Glasgow. Philip Serrell says that he thinks antiques found him rather than the other way round. Henry Meadows auctioneer at the Cotswold Auction Company, former Medals Specialist and Auctioneer at Spink, London. If I'm honest, I'm not ruling it out as a sideline.there's nothing quite like catering to keep you on your toes! Philip Serrell says that he thinks antiques found him rather than the other way round. Gary got involved with Bargain Hunt after receiving a call from the BBC out of the blue. Who has been your most memorable Bargain Hunt team? Anyone else would be made to pay full price. Mark Stacey says that he has always been a collector and he loved collecting stamps and coins as a child. 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Natasha is currently working as a presenter on BBC Ones Bargain Hunt. The losses stand out much more prominently in my mind than the profits..let's move on, shall we? Natasha is married since 2016 to an award-winning producer and director. He first got involved with Bargain Hunt after failing a screen test to be an expert in the autumn of 2002. He would often be taken to antique shops and fairs and was given his first antique when he was just eight-years-old. and Secret Dealers, and has presented Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. Gary got involved with Bargain Hunt after receiving a call from the BBC out of the blue. When he's not busy filming the BBC show, he works as an auctioneer. We are dedicated to organizing great Scavenger Hunt experiences for our customers. [6], Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Antiques Road Trip expert Anita Manning reckons there's no beating hectic Hong Kong", "BBC One - Antiques Road Trip, Series 15, Episode 5 - Finding a fortune! The broadcaster was looking for new faces with different backgrounds and experiences in the trade and, after a long process, Gary joined the team of experts. The broadcaster was looking for new faces with different backgrounds and experiences in the trade and, after a long process, Gary joined the team of experts. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. We use psychic bullets and kill each other cell by cell.Norman Mailer (b. Kate Bliss (ne Alcock) consultant for Hansons Auctioneers - Fellow of the Great Britain Gemmological Association. He originally sold to Bargain Hunt in his early days as a dealer and later went on to become an expert on the show. Prior to working on Bargain Hunt, John appeared as an expert on two other BBC antique shows Cash In The Attic and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. Her husband is a Scottish award-winning producer and director. He now works at Tennant's in Harrogate. and the Antiques Road Trip. When asked what his best and worst purchase was, he told the BBC: "I did very well with a flamingo pink 1950s petrol can and very poorly with a opera hat which folds down so the people behind you can see the action. Here she obtained a BA in History of Art & Design. Gary Pe says that he has been drawn to antiques since a young age when he lived on a small island in the Philippines called Marinduque. Her father had his own salesroom and she became interested in rummaging for treasure at a young age. Our concepts for team building in Hamburg are based on interaction and allow you to get to know the city center of Hamburg in a playful way. What would you do for a living if you werent working in the antiques trade? So, come to Hamburg and explore this vibrant city from its most beautiful side during a scavenger hunt! He was approached by Bargain Hunt back in 1999, when they were filming in Malvern. Bargain Hunt (2000- ) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Series Directed by Series Cast Series Produced by Series Music by Series Cinematography by Series Film Editing by Series Production Management Series Art Department Series Sound Department Series Camera and Electrical Department Series Casting Department Whats the most profit / greatest loss youve made at auction? Philip was then asked to feature as an expert. Save up to 70% off department store prices every day. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. [1] Early life [ edit] He later went on to work at an auction house and become a chartered surveyor of antiques and fine art. Currently, the Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall is the most visited of Hamburgs popular sights. KING GRANDPA! He says that antiques chose him and that his hobby has turned into his way of life. He joined Bargain Hunt after being approached by a former series producer to ask if he would like to try out. He says that antiques chose him and that his hobby has turned into his way of life. After a long interview process, he went on to have a one-to-one screen test in his auction room and was eventually asked to feature as an expert. Her actual date of birth is unknown. Hayes is also well known for being a valuer on Cash in the Attic. He also likes performing when he gets up on the rostrum. Eric Knowles. Anita Manning (born 1 December 1947) is a Scottish antiques expert and television personality from Glasgow. The balance is just right. GRV Media Ltd, 18 Mulberry Avenue, Widnes. They had a few minutes left to buy one last item when they came across a dealer selling an antique bird scarer. Kate Bliss previously worked as an auctioneer and says that a love for antiques runs in her family. The antiques expert previously worked on Flog It for three years. Also, she and her partner enjoy eating out a lot. He offered her a job as a buyer. Kate Bliss previously worked as an auctioneer and says that a love for antiques runs in her family. Tim became involved with Bargain Hunt after co-presenting BBC Ones Street Auction. Colin Young started his career in antiques as managers assistant at The Bourne Auction Rooms when he was 18. As well as its burgeoning British fanbase, Bargain Hunt has an international audience so you know, there's no real pressure! Hence she followed in her parents footsteps. She and her spouse loves going out to different restaurants and trying different cuisines. When it comes to the appeal of Bargain Hunt, he told the BBC: Its a fantastic mixture of history and real-life characters in a game-show format, with charismatic experts. He says that antiques chose him and that his hobby has turned into his way of life. But the show wouldn't be the same without the skilled experts helping teams to separate the treasures from the trash. They made an overall loss across all four items, including Catherine's bonus buy, of 98. Thomas "The Planter" Plant worked at Phillips in Bath, and is now an independent valuer and auctioneer at a sale room in Kent. Inevitably, viewers want to know more about the antiques expert, particularly as she has a pretty impressive career in the industry. It is likely that Stephanie attended after school, so she would be 18 years old when she started her course there. Richard Madley comes from a family of antique lovers his father was an auctioneer, his father-in-law was an auctioneer and his mother-in-law was an antique dealer. Caroline has been involved with antiques and collecting vintage items since she was a teenager. Natasha Raskin is active on Twitter and has over 3.4k followers. Tim became involved with Bargain Hunt after co-presenting BBC Ones Street Auction. 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Colin started his career in antiques as managers assistant at The Bourne Auction Rooms when he was 18, John has always had an interest in antiques, Raj got into antiques when he discovered that a 9-5 job was not for him, Auctioneer Tom has had a love of old things since a young age, Pregnant Lily Slater makes major decision in EastEnders, Marcus Dean makes devastating discovery in Emmerdale, Max Turner terrorised in prison after sentencing in Coronation Street, Fawlty Towers fans all say the same thing as reboot of beloved comedy sitcom confirmed, Love Islands Tom already knows new bombshell Claudia, say fans after spotting his horrified' reaction, I've had my heart broken like Vanessa Feltz so I know how to cope - here's my five point plan, Love Island fans rejoice as favourite challenge returns and unlikely stud sends temperatures soaring, Emmerdale fans beg bosses to stop boring storyline, RTE star Doireann Garrihy sends fans into frenzy as she shares rare snap with new boyfriend, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Whats it like to be part of the Bargain Hunt presenting team? 7. Ben is an antique dealer and says that life as such is a lifestyle, not just a job. Team Building Hamburg. Later, a back problem forced John to give up his physical job and return to college where he undertook a three-year degree course at Southampton studying fine art valuation. Our team events in Hamburg make it possible to get to know the architectural pearls of Hamburg and at the same time immerse yourself in the local culture of the city. Steph has appeared in bothAntiques Road TripandBargain Huntso far and has been a hit with audiences. She is also Fine Art & Charity Auctioneer. Natasha and Joe took the time to get to know each other and finally got married in a very private ceremony. She did her first programme from Wetherby racecourse. Kate Bliss previously worked as an auctioneer and says that a love for antiques runs in her family. Colin started his career in antiques as managers assistant at The Bourne Auction Rooms when he was 18, John has always had an interest in antiques, Raj got into antiques when he discovered that a 9-5 job was not for him, Auctioneer Tom has had a love of old things since a young age, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Stephanie told the BBC when she joined the Bargain Hunt cast: Antiques and history have been a passion of mine since childhood. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. However, a few months later his company hosted the Bargain Hunt Christmas Day Special, and the series producer was so impressed that he then gained a role as an expert. She simultaneously juggles her role as a mother, businesswoman as well as her role as an expert guide in Bargain Hunt. After learning onsite, he went on to take a fine arts course. Tim Weeks chose a career in antiques because of the unpredictability of what items you will find each day. John Cameron has been interested in antiques since he was young, and grew up with them. Shop the Cabela's Bargain Cave to save on home and gift items. She did her first programme from Wetherby racecourse. Jonathan Pratt says that he chose a career in antiques after watching Lovejoy in the 80s. The seller said they could try to fix the item for 20. View our online Press Pack. Mark Stacey says that he has always been a collector and he loved collecting stamps and coins as a child. Mark Stacey. BARGAIN Hunt is the staple of lunchtime viewing, with an army of fans across the UK. Since the city hosts more bridges than Amsterdam and Venice combined, it is often referred to as Europe's bridge capital. Bargain Hunt gives each team 300 to spend on their items and they are able to keep whatever profits they make. Thomas was used as a Bargain Hunt auctioneer in his first salesroom in Bath and is now an expert on the show. [5] This record was broken in September 2017 when Paul Laidlaw bought a Chambre Automatique De Bertsch sub-miniature camera for 60 and sold it at auction for 20,000. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct at 0207 29 33033. 7. Sign up for the free Mirror Showbiz newsletter. Prior to working on Bargain Hunt, John appeared as an expert on two other BBC antique shows Cash In The Attic and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. Sign up for the free Mirror Showbiz newsletter. His grandfather was a dealer, and during his five-year apprenticeship as a carpenter/joiner, he supplemented his income by stripping, restoring and waxing antique pine furniture. [citation needed], After studying physical education and specialising in dance at Aberdeen and Edinburgh, Manning was a teacher before she got married and had children. Get all the biggest showbiz news straight to your inbox. Paul Laidlaw auctioneer and Auction House Manager at H&H Auction Rooms in Cumbria. But the show wouldn't be the same without the skilled experts helping teams to separate the treasures from the trash. Before Bargain Hunt, she was the only female auctioneer at her local saleroom and then moved on to the BBC show where she then became an expert. Later, a back problem forced John to give up his physical job and return to college where he undertook a three-year degree course at Southampton studying fine art valuation. ", Another user posted: "The team should not suffer for the stupid expert breaking the item.". In addition, the city on the river Elbe is also an important logistics hub: the port of Hamburg is Europes third largest facility of its kind. Natasha Raskin married Joe Sharp on September 18, 2016. How did you get involved in Bargain Hunt? Hed had a childhood love of old and dusty junk and antique shops and he decided to turn this passion into a career. My first ever team, a couple of farmers who bought a blue plough, will always hold a special place in my heart! Bertolami Fine Art. Philip Serrell says that he thinks antiques found him rather than the other way round. He says that he would imagine the stories behind antiques and try to unlock their secrets and his fascination increased over time. After a long interview process, he went on to have a one-to-one screen test in his auction room and was eventually asked to feature as an expert. When asked what his best and worst purchase was, he told the BBC: "I did very well with a flamingo pink 1950s petrol can and very poorly with a opera hat which folds down so the people behind you can see the action. They met while on BBC's Antiques Road Trip as colleagues. This presenter has a perfect height standing at 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m) and her weight is 62 kg. He has also had a love of old things since a young age and one of his grandmothers was a massive fan of antiques and auctions and would take him to the local saleroom. Colin Young started his career in antiques as managers assistant at The Bourne Auction Rooms when he was 18. The balance is just right. [1][4], In 2016 Manning set a new record for the largest profit on a single item on the Antiques Road Trip. After showing off her talent, she was then asked to take part in Bargain Hunt in 2006. Mark Stacey As he got older, he started rummaging around markets and collecting small silvers and works of art. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The episode originally aired in May 2019, but viewers got to watch a. Ben is an antique dealer and says that life as such is a lifestyle, not just a job. Also appears on Flog it! Christina Trevanion joined Bargain Hunt as a presenter in 2020, having previously appeared as an expert from 2014 onwards. Upcoming episodes (18 total) Find us at Meet the experts Chip away at today's episode where Charlie Ross learns about wood scultping. Raj had been doing some other TV work and was approached by Bargain Hunt in 2015. Elizabeth Talbot auctioneer who moved to East Anglia to take up the position of Senior Auctioneer and Valuer at the Diss Auction Rooms of Thos Wm Gaze & Son after her marriage in 1995 and was made the firm's first female partner in 2000, Colin Young a qualified chartered arts and antiques surveyor, he joined the Grantham firm, Golding Young in 1989 and has been principal since 1994. Personal Life : Catherine Southon Family, Children and Education Born in 1972, Southon developed a passion for auctions from a young age. In 2015, she was part of the show Antiques Road Trip before joining the show For What Its Worth as an expert a year later. Caroline first got involved in Bargain Hunt in the summer of 2013 after already working on Flog It for a year. He has also had a love of old things since a young age and one of his grandmothers was a massive fan of antiques and auctions and would take him to the local saleroom. He originally sold to Bargain Hunt in his early days as a dealer and later went on to become an expert on the show. David Harper antiques and classic car expert, and founder of TV Talent Supermarket, an agency for television presenters. Caroline has been involved with antiques and collecting vintage items since she was a teenager. [2], Along with her daughter Lala, Manning has run the Glasgow auction house Great Western Auctions since 1989. Bargain Hunt Auctions. Mark became involved in Bargain Hunt in 2002 after seeing an ad in the antique trade gazette. After completing her high school educationshe continued her bachelors in History of Arts and also French from Glasgow University. Auctioneer Thomas Forrester grew up on a farm and always loved the cattle auctions, and admired the job of the auctioneer. Why do you think Bargain Hunt has such appeal? Runs her own fine-art and antiques valuation and consultancy company, Philippa H Deeley Ltd. She is also an off-screen expert on Dickinsons real deal. Bargain Hunt viewers were furious with antiques expert Catherine Southon after watching an old episode of the BBC series. Hed had a childhood love of old and dusty junk and antique shops and he decided to turn this passion into a career. Bargain Hunt expert Kate Bateman has a saucy sideline writing steamy novels. He first got involved with Bargain Hunt after failing a screen test to be an expert in the autumn of 2002. Colin Young started his career in antiques as managers assistant at The Bourne Auction Rooms when he was 18. Tim Weeks chose a career in antiques because of the unpredictability of what items you will find each day. Barry S. Slosberg Inc. Benedetto Trionfante Casa d'Aste. The TV presenter has worked in the antiques industry for over 15. Of course, our event concepts do not neglect the major landmarks and the extensive green spaces of Hamburg. His grandfather was a dealer, and during his five-year apprenticeship as a carpenter/joiner, he supplemented his income by stripping, restoring and waxing antique pine furniture. Find dinnerware, metal signs, decorative pillows, kids' toys and more on sale and clearance. So, with Stephanie becoming a firm favourite on our screens, we thought wed do some digging to find out more about her. In the beginning, she studied law but left her degree course after a year. Auctioneer Thomas Forrester grew up on a farm and always loved the cattle auctions, and admired the job of the auctioneer. I'm glad that she did and owe her a lot - I doubt that I'd be here otherwise. Thomas was used as a Bargain Hunt auctioneer in his first salesroom in Bath and is now an expert on the show. She attended the Manchester Metropolitan University from 1998 to 2001. After a long interview process, he went on to have a one-to-one screen test in his auction room and was eventually asked to feature as an expert. When he's not busy filming the BBC show, he works as an auctioneer. Anita Manning when in 1989 she established Great Western Auctions in Glasgow she joined an already established band of Scottish female auctioneers. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. We are dedicated to organizing great Scavenger Hunt experiences for our . As the show has been airing on the BBC for. [1] She is well known for her appearances since 2010 as an expert and presenter on the BBC 's Bargain Hunt, Flog It! There is no indication as to whether the expert gets a cut of this, although it is . . Auctioneer Thomas Forrester grew up on a farm and always loved the cattle auctions, and admired the job of the auctioneer. This then lead Nick to earning the position of Senior Valuer and Director at that same saleroom. I'm rubbish at hair and make up but I could spend hours reading beauty magazinesI might trial a few wacky looks on Bargain Hunt soon! He says that he would imagine the stories behind antiques and try to unlock their secrets and his fascination increased over time. She did her first programme from Wetherby racecourse. Richard Madley comes from a family of antique lovers his father was an auctioneer, his father-in-law was an auctioneer and his mother-in-law was an antique dealer. BIDIT Auctions. To find out more about Stephanie you can follow her on Instagram. Gary Pe says that he has been drawn to antiques since a young age when he lived on a small island in the Philippines called Marinduque. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. He originally sold to Bargain Hunt in his early days as a dealer and later went on to become an expert on the show. Caroline has been involved with antiques and collecting vintage items since she was a teenager. Thomas was used as a Bargain Hunt auctioneer in his first salesroom in Bath and is now an expert on the show. This then lead Nick to earning the position of Senior Valuer and Director at that same saleroom. Ben Cooper says that when he was growing up his parents always encouraged him to learn and that included antiques. Before Bargain Hunt, she was the only female auctioneer at her local saleroom and then moved on to the BBC show - where she then became an expert. Ben Cooper Catherine Southon Charles Hanson Colin Young Gary Pe Izzie Balmer John Cameron Jonathan Pratt Kate Bliss. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Before forging a TV career he worked with prestigious auction house Bonhams and in 1981, he was made the head of their ceramic department. Also Appears on Flog It! This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. He originally sold to Bargain Hunt in his early days as a dealer and later went on to become an expert on the show. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Hed had a childhood love of old and dusty junk and antique shops and he decided to turn this passion into a career. Perhaps @BBCBargainHunt can have them on again at a later date with an expert who isn't going to break things. What advice would you give to anyone wanting to work in antiques? It was announced that she would be seen in Susan Calmans Antiques Adventure on Channel 5 in October 2021. the highest ever Antiques Road Trip profit", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Anita_Manning&oldid=1150842141, This page was last edited on 20 April 2023, at 12:24. Rupert Toovey - Founder and Chief auctioneer of Toovey's Fine Arts Autioneers and Valuers. Natasha Raskin married Joe Sharp on September 18, 2016. Navigation: Home. Ben Cooper says that when he was growing up his parents always encouraged him to learn and that included antiques. Don't think twice and get involved in any way that you can - there are few trades that can offer more variety. Nigel Smith trained as a restorer of fine European and oriental ceramics, before starting work as a porter and cataloguer in Manchester, and then moved to Sotheby's as a trainee auctioneer, and then to Phillip's auctioneers in Bath. Get the biggest TV headlines, recaps and insider knowledge straight to your inbox. Colin started his career in antiques as managers assistant at The Bourne Auction Rooms when he was 18, John has always had an interest in antiques, Raj got into antiques when he discovered that a 9-5 job was not for him, Auctioneer Tom has had a love of old things since a young age, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Highlights fromher career include the sale of Eric Claptons guitars and amplifiers; BBCs Doctor Who auction; the sale of George Harrisons family archive; and the sale of Jackie Kennedys pearls! Something went wrong, please try again later. In those days I believed the experts. But the show wouldn't be the same without the skilled experts helping teams to separate the treasures from the trash. John Cameron has been interested in antiques since he was young, and grew up with them. The broadcaster was looking for new faces with different backgrounds and experiences in the trade and, after a long process, Gary joined the team of experts. He was approached by Bargain Hunt back in 1999, when they were filming in Malvern. His grandfather was a dealer, and during his five-year apprenticeship as a carpenter/joiner, he supplemented his income by stripping, restoring and waxing antique pine furniture. It was bought for 65, as stated by Devonshire Live, and the team shook hands with the dealer before things went south. But the show wouldn't be the same without the skilled experts helping teams to separate the treasures from. Nick Hall started working at an auctioneer when he was in his late teens and says that he quickly got the Bug for antiques and art. This then lead Nick to earning the position of Senior Valuer and Director at that same saleroom. He joined Bargain Hunt after being approached by a former series producer to ask if he would like to try out. Also appears on Flog it!. Her guilty pleasure is reading beauty magazines. Her first book To Steal a Heart has just been released by publisher Loveswept and her second, called A . A previous Series Producer of Bargain Hunt saw me on the rostrum in Glasgow and, for whatever reason, decided that she liked my style. Mark became involved in Bargain Hunt in 2002 after seeing an ad in the antique trade gazette. Jeremy Lamond Fine Art Director of Halls Auction House in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Pippa Deeley - MRICS, FGA. When he's not busy filming the BBC show, he works as an auctioneer. 2023 GRV Media Ltd. All Rights Reserved. But the city has much more to offer: did you know that Hamburg is also a city of bridges? "Turns out people dont wear top hats to the opera any morewho knew!". John Cameron has been interested in antiques since he was young, and grew up with them. Nick Hall started working at an auctioneer when he was in his late teens and says that he quickly got the Bug for antiques and art. Read alsoMelissa Stark,Sophie Mudd, and Sydney Carlson. Prior to working on Bargain Hunt, John appeared as an expert on two other BBC antique shows Cash In The Attic and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. As he got older, he started rummaging around markets and collecting small silvers and works of art. He later went on to work at an auction house and become a chartered surveyor of antiques and fine art. Philip was then asked to feature as an expert. Reflecting on her early life, Raskin was born in 1986 in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. Stephanie Connell is one of the newest faces to join the BBC's antique programming team, and so far, so good. Philip Allwood Auctioneer and Valuer at Moore Allen & Innocent's base at Norcote. Manning's father used to take her to auctions on Sauchiehall Street, in Glasgow and she grew to love antiques. Natasha Raskin is not having an affair with anyone presently. Bargain Hunt viewers were furious with antiques expert Catherine Southon after watching an old episode of the BBC series. But the show wouldn't be the same without the skilled experts helping teams to separate the treasures from. Anita Manning is often seen appearing on Bargain Hunt, Flog it! For other inquiries, Contact Us. Her father had his own salesroom and she became interested in rummaging for treasure at a young age. crime times louisville mugshots, lusher charter school tuition,