Secret Life of the Auction House

2025 - 2025

Everest, Chopper, Harry Potter

Episode 1

Jim must work out if a Harry Potter paperback is a rare first edition. Charles discovers memorabilia from the first ascent of Everest in 1953.

Football Flag, Prison Ledger

7th August 2025

Episode 2

The team researches a flag said to have flown during England's 1966 World Cup win. A Victorian book of police mug shots reveals surprising insights.

LV Trunk, Vampire Slayer Kit

14th August 2025

Episode 3

A designer trunk found in a junk shop, a 40-year-old slice of royal wedding cake and possible Victorian vampire slaying kit go under the hammer.

Queen Victoria Items, Hand Bills

21st August 2025

Episode 4

Queen Victoria's belongings go under the hammer, and music expert Claire handles some legendary Rolling Stones memorabilia.

Peter Stringfellow's Throne, Lego Sets

28th August 2025

Episode 5

Charles sells iconic items from the late club owner Peter Stringfellow. Plus, a massive haul of Lego keeps toy valuer Mark busy.

Horseferry Road Furniture, Corgi Cars

4th September 2025

Episode 6

A stainless-steel sculpture, a load of antique furniture and a collection of 1960s Corgi toy cars all pose challenges to the logistics team.

Gold Chain, Cinema Posters, Alien Book

11th September 2025

Episode 7

Jewellery expert Helen has her hands full with a massive gold chain. Plus, book expert Jim dusts off a rare, 'out of this world' scientific book.

Top Cast

John Thomson•Charles Hanson

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Cameras go behind the scenes to show the inner workings at Derbyshire headquartered Hansons Auctioneers. Each episode will follow a variety of interesting objects from when they come in for valuation to when they are auctioned.

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John Thomson

Self - Narrator (voice)

Charles Hanson

Self - Auctioneer

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