The Bidding Room

Nigel Havers presents a programme in which five dealers bid against one another to buy intriguing items brought in by members the public. The opening edition features an unusual item of hairdressing memorabilia, something salvaged from a tip, a classic piece of industrial furniture and a beloved toy.

Visitors try to get a good deal on an unusual key, a harmonica, an early 20th-century underwear advert, and a Victorian silver belt. Nigel Havers presents.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more people with interesting items to sell, including a doll designed to teach resuscitation, and a collection of dairy artefacts.

Five dealers compete to buy items including an unusual musical instrument, a wartime phone being sold for charity, and a cake stand with cakes thrown in. Presented by Nigel Havers.

Nigel Havers and valuation expert Simon Bower welcome four more people with interesting items they'd like to sell. Nigel then invites the dealers to bid against one another to secure a vintage fairground game, a 19th-century Chinese inkwell, a 1950s toy pedal car and a Victorian watchman's clock.

Five dealers bid against one another to buy intriguing items brought in by members of the public, including a selection of Hornby model railway equipment. Nigel Havers presents.

Five dealers compete to make an offer on a collection of Matchbox toy cars, a collection of silver-plated goblets, a snuff box, and a model giraffe taken from a carousel.

Five dealers compete to buy items including pieces of pottery saved from a tip, two unusual fire screens and a mirror. Presented by Nigel Havers.

The dealers compete to buy a classic 1970s Chopper bicycle, a bottle of Japanese whisky, a hand-written account of a First World War Zeppelin raid on Southend and a bed of nails.

The dealers compete to buy a model Spitfire, a pair of gilt cherubs, two ancient stone Celtic heads and a retro pub sign from a West Midlands brewery. Presented by Nigel Havers.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. James has brought in an unusual copper bucket, which Simon thinks might have been used to collect blood from slaughtered pigs for the production of black pudding. Michael is selling a beautiful jewellery box, which Simon thinks might been made in Paris in the 19th century. Craig has picked up a pair of chairs in Spain. They come with an unusual design, and Simon suggests they may be birthing chairs. Finally, Jessica brings in an antique foot warmer. She is selling it on behalf of her grandfather, who picked the item up in France. The dealers today are Adi Higham, Ian Humphries, Lucy Ryder Richardson, Moses Otunla and Tash Francis.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the look out for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. Jeremy from Reading has brought in a painting by a Royal Academician, William Russell Flint, of a scene in Rome. The watercolour dates from the turn of the 20th century, and both Nigel and Simon reckon it’s an original rather than a print. That pushes the price up considerably, with Simon valuing the painting at between £4,000 and £6,000. Jeremy knows he should hold out for that price, but he also knows it’s a big ask for the dealers, who aren’t specialists in art. So can Jeremy do a deal for the price he wants? Sam collects vintage toys and has brought in a rocket racer made from tin and with a friction motor that still works. Dealer Adi loves dealing in toys and immediately takes a shine to the rocket, but his rivals aren’t so sure as there are pieces missing. Justin is selling some retro formica furniture. The sideboard, table and four chairs are all mid-20th century, but now seem to be back in fashion. And Anthony from Essex wants to sell a carved walking stick he picked up from a charity shop for just £2. Simon thinks it is Japanese in origin, and is very jealous of it, as he collects walking sticks. He values it at least £150, and Anthony will donate part of his proceeds to charity. The dealers today are Adi Higham, Ian Humphries, Lucy Ryder Richardson, Moses Otunla and Tash Francis.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the look out for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. Lexi from Hereford is selling a miniature miracle of engineering, a toy steam engine. Will the train ignite the interest of dealer Adi, who trades in toys? Also facing the dealers is Yvonne from Swanwick, who is offering a cherished, but now unused, gift from her grandfather, a retro Olivetti typewriter. Mary from Scotland presents the dealers with a case full of curiosities that turn out to be copper printing plates, and Chris has brought in a prop from the 2008 TV adaptation of Terry Pratchett's novel The Colour of Magic. The dealers today are Jane Cave, Tash Francis, Adi Higham, James Gooch and Ian Humphries.

Five dealers compete to buy a clock by the British horologist Charles Frodsham, a lottery machine, a handsome Victorian chair and a vintage coffee set.

Five dealers bid against each other for a vintage car lighter, a Georgian needlework box, a 1970s musical drinks decanter and a collection of Second World War memorabilia.

In the Bidding Room today, the dealers compete to buy a Danish silver bracelet, a pair of Victorian horse hair singers, a set of candlesticks and two mid-century modern chairs.

Today’s sellers bring in some hidden treasure, two unusual machines, some Scandi furniture and a beautiful pocket watch. Will the dealers bid up to the prices the sellers want?

Five dealers compete to buy items including an unusual musical instrument, a perfume bottle being sold to help a three-legged dog and a medical item with a curious smell.

Five dealers compete to buy an old English sheep dog from Stoke pottery Beswick and a preserve bowl by renowned potter Clarice Cliff.

In the Bidding Room today, the dealers go head to head over a religious statue, a pair of Bakelite phones, a glimpse into the future and a piece of rock n roll history.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. First through the doors is John from Hampshire with the most famous of cuddly toys, a Steiff teddy bear, and for one of the dealers it’s love at first sight. Frank from Leighton Buzzard has brought along a very rare two-headed French nutcracker. Nigel is tempted to buy it himself, but Frank takes his chances in front of the dealers. Shirley from Cheshire is selling a vintage bottle of Chateau Palmer wine that was given to her many years ago by a friend. And Sharon from Milton Keynes is offering a mechanical tin mule and clown toy. Can she extract a decent price from the dealers in the age of computer games and electronic toys? Today's dealers are Adi Higham, James Broad, Natasha Francis, James Gooch and Lucy Ryder Richardson.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. First up today is Dale with a bronze statue of a racehorse. With the market strong for equestrian pieces, will he make it over the finish line and achieve the price he wants from the dealers? James from Wolverhampton has brought in an online find: a 17th-century writing desk. On closer inspection, the dealers discover that not only does the piece have several hidden compartments, but the escritoire has also been adapted over time. Will this affect the item’s value? Andrew's item is something of a mystery. The dealers think his intriguing wooden box is Edwardian, but what was it used for? Lastly, Pauline from Leeds is selling a collection of commemorative Concorde service medals. She is keen to find out if these iconic pieces of aviation history have any value in the current marketplace. Today's dealers are Adi, Ian, James, Jane and Tash.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. George from Yorkshire has brought in an unusual pair of items: two moulds for making Victorian-style doll heads. Nigel and Simon are baffled by them, and Simon can’t quite put an age on them, but he tells George not to let that worry him as they are decorative pieces in their own right. Next, Kelvin from Leigh-on-Sea in Essex is selling a collection that is close to Nigel’s heart: a set of movie posters dating back to the 1960s. Kelvin used to be a cinema projectionist and collected the posters when they were no longer needed. The third seller hoping to strike a deal is Tony from Carlisle, who is hoping to cash in on the renaissance in mid-century furniture. He has brought in a classic Swedish-made sideboard. A few years ago, these were being chopped up for firewood, but now they are commanding high prices. Simon agrees and values the Nils Johnson at up to £350. Finally, Hannah from Hastings and her mum Jackie have also brought some classic Scandi-inspired furniture - this time, a pair of chairs that are late-20th-century copies of a classic 60s design produced by Danish designer Jorgen Kastholm. Today's dealers are Adi Higham, Ian Humphries, James Gooch, Jane Cave and Tash Francis.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. First up today is Lisa, with a great collectors’ piece. She is hoping to sell a vintage needle and shuttle case that has been shipped over from America. Next, Lorraine has brought in an item that she believes will set the dealers’ hearts a-flutter. At first, the panel are stumped by this intriguing globe, which Lorraine reveals is a mid-20th-century French wedding cabinet used to display the bride’s veil. Dan is selling an unusual child’s toy that appears to be a wooden ark. All the dealers agree it would benefit from repurposing, but does it float their boats enough to get them putting their hands in their pockets? Lastly, Pam has brought in a vintage pommel horse like those that used to be a feature of all school gyms. Dealer Moses shows off his gymnastic prowess, but will Pam ride off with the price she wants? Today's dealers are Moses Otunia, Lucy Ryder Richardson, Tash Francis, James Gooch and Ian Humphries.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. First in today is shop owner Lindsay from Sunderland. She has brought in a pair of unique mirrors: one is concave and the other convex. Next, Alistair is offering an unusual piece of meteorological gear. It is themed after the Sputnik space mission and includes a hygrometer as well as a barometer. The only downside is that it isn’t in current working order. So will that put off the dealers? Clare is the owner of a silver coin collection, all minted in 1981, including a sovereign and five-pound coin commemorating the wedding of Charles and Diana. Simon loves it and reckons it could be worth at least £1,500, but none of the dealers are regular traders in coins, a highly specialist market. Finally, an item that has the dealers bamboozled at first. Seller Lucinda reveals that it is an antique ice-shaver. Now they know what it is, will any of the dealers be prepared to bid on it? Today's dealers are Ian Humphries, James Gooch, Lucy Ryder Richardson, Moses Otunia and Tash Francis.

Nigel Havers welcomes four more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to five professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower. First through the doors is Martin with a ship’s wheel. He bought it thinking it might have come from a Chinese junk, which could push up its value. Next to do battle with the dealers is Jane, who has brought in her dog Mabel for moral support. She is selling a lazy Susan she picked up almost brand new in a charity shop. Simon reassures her it’s a fashionable Scandinavian piece and advises Jane to target dealers Lucy and Moses who both like mid-century Scandi items. Third in is jewellery designer Josie from Nottingham. She has a young daughter and wants to sell a jewellery collection from Italian designer Ermani Bulatti to help do up her daughter’s bedroom. So will Josie’s collection - valued at £200 - appeal to dealer Tash, who used to work in the fashion industry, or any of the other buyers? Last up is Jeanette from Leeds, with a cigar case her husband bought for just a shilling. It turns out to have been owned by a British soldier who served in India in the 19th century, and Simon reckons it’s worth at least £50. Today's dealers are Ian Humphries, James Gooch, Lucy Ryder Richardson, Moses Otunia and Tash Francis.

Wannabe dealer Alfie, aged just 11, tries to sell his scooter to the dealers. They are also offered a unique maths tool, an unusual birthing chair and a 1930s shop till.

Four new sellers arrive with everything from a penny farthing bike to a block of silver. So will the dealers bid, and will the sellers get the prices they're after?

Five dealers bid against each other to buy items brought in by the public, including a glass chandelier from Venice and a vintage table hockey game.

Five dealers are offered a collection of 1940s costume drawings, an Edwardian safe, some unusual figurines and a very old Corpus Christi. Will they be tempted to buy?