Bargain Hunt: Last News

The BBC has sadly announced the loss of a beloved Bargain Hunt expert, who tragically died after filming for an episode. The episode, which aired on Friday (March 21), was filmed in Shepton Mallet and featured host Tim Weeks alongside antiques dealer Stuart Withers.The official X account from the programme confirmed the heartbreaking news in a tweet stating: "Following the filming of today's episode in Shepton Mallet, antiques seller Stuart Withers (pictured left with Tim Weeks) very sadly passed away.

Bargain Hunt's Thomas Forrester has spilled the beans that not everyone was enamoured with the enduring BBC daytime antiques programme.The show is set to mark its 25th birthday next week with a special episode airing on Thursday 13 March, and Thomas took a trip down memory lane, recalling how TV legend Terry Wogan didn't hold back his thoughts on the series when it first hit screens. In a documentary about Bargain Hunt, Thomas, now 50, reminisced about his early days on the show as a "very young boy". He recalled an episode where he and fellow antiques aficionado Philip Serrell, now 70, splashed out over £300 on two items they believed would fetch a pretty penny at auction.

Bargain Hunt's very own Eric Knowles became a staple of the show following a serendipitous call from a BBC commissioning editor, who happened to be an old acquaintance.They shared roots in the North West and she was convinced that his straight-talking manner would make him a perfect match for the show. Eric reminisced: "Straight talking was the order of the day and she was convinced I would be perfect for BH." His time on the show has been peppered with unforgettable moments, including a hilarious episode where his co-star Charlie Ross almost lost his cool with some particularly laid-back contestants.

Happy Mondays star Bez appeared to land himself in hot water on a previous episode of Bargain Hunt for what he insists was simply "an honest error," and not a deliberate attempt to cheat. Caught up in an auction mix-up, his girlfriend - who is now his wife after tying the knot in 2022 - Firouzeh Razavi ended up bidding for items that belonged to Bez's red team.The confusion arose when Bez shared interest in a 100-piece tea set unrelated to the show.The Gogglebox star recalled the incident from 2018, explaining: "I said, 'I want this, this is ours'.

Bargain Hunt favourite Thomas Forrester was admitted to hospital after he experienced a health scare when his hands began to tingle, initially clueless about his condition.The television personality, who loves to stay active by fencing regularly, found out he had encountered a trapped nerve. A swift visit to the doctor confirmed the cause of his excruciating pain.Thomas disclosed to The Sun: "The thing is I'm a fencer.

When Bargain Hunt star Tim Wonnacott made a sudden and unexpected exit from the BBC show in 2015, fans were left reeling. His departure from the daytime TV favourite came amid rumours of bullying accusations amongst the show's staff, although neither Tim nor the BBC have ever officially commented on the reports.

Bargain Hunt's antique expert Rajkumar 'Raj' Bisram has been labelled a "liability" by fans after a mishap.The 68 year old faced criticism when he convinced two BBC contestants to buy what they believed was a genuine Mouseman chopping board for £90 earlier this year. At the time of purchase, Raj suggested that the wooden item could "get somewhere between £50 to £70" at auction, confessing his "thing for breadboard." However, when the seller proposed a "special price" of £130, the expert responded: "There would be no profit on that.

Bargain Hunt's Christina Trevanion looks stunning following an impressive body transformation.The brunette antiques expert, 43, has been displaying her svelte figure on instagram, with fans wowed by her new look. Christina, hailing from Whitchurch, Shropshire, is a familiar face on daytime television, known for her expertise in antiques and her role as an auctioneer on shows like Bargain Hunt, Antiques Road Trip, Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is and Flog It! She is also a partner in the firm Trevanion and Dean, auctioneers and valuers, based in her home town.

Bargain Hunt has been a popular show with viewers since its inception in 2000, with episodes still airing on BBC One today. Over the years, it has seen many antiques experts welcomed into the fold to advise the show's contestants who are challenged to buy antiques from shops or a fair and then sell them in an auction for a profit.

BBC's Bargain Hunt viewers were left seething when two contestants were booted off the show for a rule breach. The drama unfolded in an instalment of the show which aired earlier this year, with host Natasha Raskin Sharp who's just had a baby following a hush-hush pregnancy leading the charge at Ardingly Antiques Fair in West Sussex.The Red team featured business owner Jenny and her daughter Caitlin, an operations manager, guided by antiques guru Raj Bisram.Their mission was to snag an Arts and Crafts movement gem. On the Blue side, surveyor Vere and his son Ben, a retail manager, teamed up with expert David Harper, tasked with finding a piece with a Japanese twist.

Bargain Hunt fans were left unimpressed when an off-camera incident resulted in a sculpture being auctioned for far less than it was valued at. Chaos descended when a valuable item was damaged in transit during an episode of the BBC One show back in April. Bargain Hunt, which will be back on screens on Saturday, 8 June, saw pals Ivor and Joe delighted with their finds at a Lincolnshire antiques centre, which included an Old English Sheepdog sculpture.

Bargain Hunt viewers branded scenes on the BBC One show 'scandalous' after an item was controversially disqualified.The hit show took two teams out to Exeter's Westpoint Arena in an episode which aired in March. Host Natasha Raskin Sharp introduced the red and blue teams, who were tasked with finding an item which matched a specific criteria.The blue team was made up of mother and son duo Ann and James, who had to find a maritime object, while the red team consisted friends Lisa and Helen, who had to find an agricultural item. The blue team purchased a menu holder form a shipping liner for a staggering £70.

Bargain Hunt viewers were left less than impressed with the way host Caroline Hawley behaved on the show.The antiques guru's "annoying" tendency had viewers at their wits' end during a recent episode, where her bubbly persona was once again evident as she assisted the teams in Devon.The show sees contestants buying items at events such as car boot sales, which they then attempt to make a profit on at auction – and appear alongside experts and hosts including Roo Irvine, Kate Bliss and Eric Knowles.Teaming up with John Cameron, the duo lent their expertise to the competing red and blue teams. Yet, it was Caroline's overzealous encouragement that seemed to irk the audience.

Bargain Hunt's expert Kate Bliss faced a backlash after she told a contestant to 'put an antique down' during the most recent Bank Holiday special on Monday, 14 May. The episode, filmed in two Somerset locations with Shepton Mallet and Wells Cathedral as backdrops, featured Charlie Ross on hosting duties. He was accompanied by Colin Young playing for team Reds while Kate worked with the Blues.

Bargain Hunt's Danny Sebastian, who has recently embarked on a new venture away from the BBC antiques show, has shared his impressive profit on a violin he purchased for just £70.The self-taught expert, who transitioned from market trader to antique dealer on Bargain Hunt, has had an exciting 20-year career. In an exclusive chat with Express.co.uk, Danny revealed some of the most memorable moments from his time on the show.

Eric Knowles has been a regular on our TV screens for many years, having found fame on Antiques Roadshow before joining the team at Bargain Hunt. He's also appeared on shows such as Clash of the Collectables, Restoration Roadshow and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is.The 70 year old is an antiquarian with a specific interest in ceramics and glass. While he's been on our TV screens for a number of years now, Eric tends to keep his personal life out of the spotlight.

Bargain Hunt's Caroline Hawley is not just a whizz on the show, helping the red and blue teams uncover hidden treasures, but she's also a savvy businesswoman with her own antiques shop in Yorkshire.The star has given fans a sneak peek into her life away from the cameras, revealing that she lives in the stunning Albion House and boasts an incredible collection of designer dresses. Reminiscing about a lucky find at a car boot sale, Caroline shared with the Yorkshire Post: "I'd just about given up finding anything, but on one stall I saw this bit of old black cloth lying on the ground and I picked it up carefully, and there, without a shadow of a doubt, was that unmistakable label." She recounted the moment she snagged a bargain, saying: "I turned to the guy on the stand and I asked how much he wanted for it.

Bargain Hunt's beloved auctioneer, Philip Serrell, recently shared a chilling incident involving his daughter Clementine, who found herself in a harrowing ordeal with car thieves.The Worcestershire-based auctioneer shared details of the incident on social media. According to Philip, Clementine caught two individuals attempting to steal her car after they had stolen her car keys. Despite the alarming situation, Clementine remained composed, prompting her father to joke about the thieves' reaction to being confronted by his petite daughter.

For more than a decade, Natasha Raskin Sharp has captivated audiences with her expertise and charisma on Bargain Hunt, where she first graced screens in 2014. Since her debut on the hit BBC show, the 37 year old has become a familiar face on various television programs, showcasing her knowledge and passion for antiques. Her talents have extended beyond Bargain Hunt, with notable appearances on other shows like Antiques Road Trip, Flog It, and even the US series Baggage Battles.

From appearing on Bargain Hunt to Flog It! and Antiques Road Trip, jewellery Expert Izzie Balmer is certainly a professional in her field. And while she may have become a household name since taking her skills to the small screen, the 34 year old certainly didn't plan for this career. Vintage and collectable items weren't always on Izzie's radar, with the presenter once sharing how she hoped for a future in music.

Bargain Hunt expert Roo Irvine has shared the story behind her landing her role on the BBC show.The presenter has become a staple our TV screens, often making appearances as an expert on Antiques Road Trip and Bargain Hunt. Roo, 42, found fame in 2018 after joining the Bargain Hunt team. However, prior to this she had a very different career and had been working in marketing.