The Bidding Room - Season 4

The Bidding Room - Season 4

Season 4

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Episodes30
DatesAug 29, 2022 - Oct 2, 2023
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Episode 1
Season 4Episode 145 min

Episode 1

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

Dawn and her five-year-old grandson Oliver want to sell Oliver's grandad's old Triang toy cafeteria truck, and Oliver has a specific price in mind: £100,000! How much will he charm the dealers into paying for it?

Next, a familiar face returns to the show with a key that conceals a corkscrew. Can super-salesman Steve work his magic on the dealers and unlock another stunning deal?

Marjory is selling a pair of Victorian children's clogs on behalf of a Lancashire charity for which she volunteers, while Jane has with her a pair of magnifying glasses, and to soften the deal she's throwing in a 50-year-old teddy to attract one dealer in particular. Will bear-lover Adi fall for the ploy and go all in for the double deal?

Lastly, musician Connor has brought in an American blues guitar believed to be from the 1930s, and he has composed a Bidding Room song. Will his item hit the right note with the dealers?

Today's dealers are Ian, Jacqui, Adi, Jo and James.

Aug 29, 2022
Episode 2
Season 4Episode 245 min

Episode 2

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

First through the doors is Jocelyn, with a piece of TV nostalgia that she hopes will intrigue the dealers. She wants the sale of her Basil Brush ride-on toy to help her upcoming house move, but will the dealers bid high enough?

Arriving next is Olivia, with a set of brass weighing scales that she spotted in a second-hand shop. It is both decorative and functional, but which of the dealers can she persuade to take the scales home?

Tony has brought in a piece of maritime history that he hopes will see our dealers diving deep into their wallets. The brass and copper diving helmet is certainly a statement piece, but will any of the dealers bite?

Kay is hoping to wring out a healthy profit out of an old mangle. With the proceeds from the sale going to a children's charity, can she push the dealers up to her dream sale price?

Lastly, Cathy wants to sell a beautiful bear that belonged to a lady she cares for. This later version of a Steiff bear is both charming and pristine - guaranteed to cause a stir in the bidding room. Which of our dealers will bid high enough to become the new owner?

Today's dealers are Ian, Adi, Jo, James and Jacqui.

Aug 30, 2022
Episode 3
Season 4Episode 345 min

Episode 3

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

First through the doors is Heather, with a colourful pair of toys from her childhood. Her 1960s rocket and bouncing bunny are both in excellent condition, with their boxes intact - just the things to trigger a bidding war between our dealers.

Next, Aidan is selling a 1930s gramophone player he rescued from a warehouse. New dealer Jacqui is a fan of early 20th century items and a collector of gramophones, so he has one potential buyer, but it takes two or more to start a bidding war.

Michael has brought in a collection of Edwardian and Victorian glass lampshades saved from his mother's loft. Will they light up the bidding room and make him the money he wants?

Farhat wants to sell a piece of metamorphic children's furniture that transforms from a high chair into a rocking chair. Simon and Nigel love it, but will it convert the dealers and make Farhat a small fortune?

The final seller is Diana, who arrives with her poorly pup Owen, who has a heart problem. Di has with her a gold peacock-feather brooch that belonged to her aunt and symbolises lost love. She hopes to use the money from the sale to pay for Owen's vet fees.

Today's dealers are Ian, Jacqui, Adi, Jo and James.

Aug 31, 2022
Episode 4
Season 4Episode 445 min

Episode 4

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

First through the doors is Natalie with an anatomy model called Bart. Will curio collector James pay up to her dream price? Simon and Nigel are impressed by Rafaella's set of letter press drawers from the 1900s, but which dealer's collection would they suit? Derek has brought in one of the most unusual items seen on the show - an ejector seat from a fighter jet. Will the dealers' bids reach the dizzy heights.

Returning seller Gloria is back with a very large and curious magnifying glass. Hoping to use the proceeds for an old people's charity, can she charm the dealers into digging deep for her unusual piece? And vintage toy collector Russell is selling a tin-plate toy telephone exchange from the 1950s. Adi is the obvious buyer, but can Russell use his new intel from Simon to dial up the price?

Today's dealers are Ian, Adi, Jo, James and Jacqui.

Sep 1, 2022
Episode 5
Season 4Episode 545 min

Episode 5

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

Jane and daughter Ceri have decided to sell a 24-foot-long table that has been in their family for over a century. The table, which is on wheels, began life in a sailing loft on Swansea docks and was used to stitch sails. Will any of the dealers go for this massive industrial piece?

Adam has brought in a sign you may well have seen at the front of a queue. It's an illuminated ‘ladies' sign from the 1930s, but will the dealers be lining up to spend a penny and take it home?

Peter has reassembled a pedal fire truck he found in a neighbour's garage. The style of it looks early 20th century, though it's a much more recent model. Will the dealers fall for its timeless charm?

Maria wants to sell a set of Birds Eye advertising posters she rescued from the skip at work. With retro advertising prints ever popular with collectors, will our dealers see the potential and want to shell out for the frozen pea ads?

Lastly, returning seller and part-time magician Gary has with him a macabre theatrical prop - a guillotine. He has a showstopping trick up his sleeve, but will the dealers go for his one-off piece?

Today's dealers are Ian, Jacqui, Adi, Jo and James.

Sep 2, 2022
Episode 6
Season 4Episode 645 min

Episode 6

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sets of sellers to the Bidding Room where they will try to persuade one of the five dealers to buy the items they are trying to sell.

Before facing the dealers, each seller meets Nigel and auctioneer Simon who will value their items. Simon will also give them top tips on the history and key characteristics of their piece so that when they enter the bidding room, they have all the information they need to try to haggle the best possible price from the dealers.

All the dealers are spending their own money but have no idea what the sellers are bringing in each day. If they like an item, then they will bid against one another to try to buy it. The more dealers who bid, the more chance the seller has to push up the final price tag. But the sellers don't have to sell if they don't think the dealers are offering enough money; especially if the bids don't reach expert Simon's valuation (which they should wisely keep to themselves).

First through the doors is Natalie with an anatomy model called ‘Bart'. Will curio collector James be persuaded pay up to her dream price?
Arriving next is Christine with a butter churn from the 1900s. With the help of Nigel Havers can she butter up the dealers to bid up to her dream price?

Next in are couple David and Pixie with a set of glass apothecary bottles that they found in the attic of their new house. With an assortment of glass from across the ages can they persuade decorative buyers James or Adi to part with their cash?

Next to face the dealers is Gareth with a 1940s gas meter that he rescued from a demolition site. Nigel Havers has a genius idea for giving it a new lease of life but can he persuade the dealers?

Rowan from Ireland is fourth in today, with his trio of Guinness advertising prints. Which of our dealers will he target and will his sales patter be successful?

Last in is Helen with her granddaughter Imogen. They've brought along a gold brooch from WW1 that's been in the family for seven generations. With a fascinating story behind it, which of our dealers will fight to take their item home?

The dealers in today are Ian, Adi, Jo, James and Jacqui.

Sep 5, 2022
Episode 7
Season 4Episode 745 min

Episode 7

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sets of sellers to the Bidding Room where they will try to persuade one of the five dealers to buy the items they are trying to sell.

Before facing the dealers, each seller meets Nigel and auctioneer Simon who will value their items. Simon will also give them top tips on the history and key characteristics of their piece so that when they enter the bidding room, they have all the information they need to try to haggle the best possible price from the dealers.

All the dealers are spending their own money but have no idea what the sellers are bringing in each day. If they like an item, then they will bid against one another to try to buy it. The more dealers who bid, the more chance the seller has to push up the final price tag. But the sellers don't have to sell, if they don't think the dealers are offering enough money; especially if the bids don't reach expert Simon's valuation (which they should wisely keep to themselves).

First through the doors is Claudette with a vintage toy that's been living in a cupboard for ten years. The tin toy racing cars and track are sure to get the dealers interested but who will win the race to own it?

Arriving next is Alan, with a carved container in the shape of a bear. This mystery item has the dealers guessing but who will finally get their paws on it?

Next to face the dealers is Hansi, with a decorative purchase from a flea market. With fascinating military history attached, can she start a bidding war when she meets the dealers?

Next up is David with a piece of British aviation history. His curious tool for cleaning Spitfire guns has links to the Battle of Britain but which dealer will win a battle to buy it?

Last in is Sophie who has brought along a lamp she bought 20 years ago. The railway piece has the dealers intrigued but can her meditation techniques help her nail a great sale?

The dealers in today are Jo, Adi, Ian, James and Jacqui.

Sep 7, 2022
Episode 8
Season 4Episode 845 min

Episode 8

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sets of sellers to the Bidding Room, where they will try to persuade one of the five dealers to buy the items they are trying to sell.

Before facing the dealers, each seller meets Nigel and auctioneer Simon, who will value their items. Simon will also give them top tips on the history and key characteristics of their piece, so that when they enter the bidding room, they have all the information they need to try to haggle the best possible price from the dealers.

All the dealers are spending their own money but have no idea what the sellers are bringing in each day. If they like an item, then they will bid against one another to try to buy it. The more dealers who bid, the more chance the seller has to push up the final price tag. But the sellers don't have to sell if they don't think the dealers are offering enough money; especially if the bids don't reach expert Simon's valuation.

First through the doors today is another Nigel, with a £20 note he has had for the last 30 years that is missing the Queen's head. Verified as being a genuine printing error by the Bank of England, could this rare novelty piece turn out to be a licence to print money for Nigel?

Next in are Anika and her daughter Amelie with a silver bowl that young Amelie picked up from a car boot sale and has used to store hairbands. The bowl, thought to be over 100 years old, was made by the White Starline, who equipped the Titanic. Can the pair convince the dealers to spend big and sail away with a profit?

Third in is Alvin with a poster from the 1970s West End production of The King and I, starring and signed by legendary actor Yul Brynner. With 70s styling en vogue, will the poster be given a fashionable spot on one of the dealer's walls?

Next into Yorkshire HQ is Carlo with an Edwardian-style plafonnier – a dramatic French glass lampshade. It's a large piece, best suited to a big space, but with dealer Jane bidding, whose clients have large country homes, could she be the best bet to give Carlo the deal he wants?

Last to face the dealers is Anne, with an unloved family heirloom - a gift from her mother that she considers takes the biscuit. The Edwardian biscuit barrel by royal jewellers Mappin Brothers (now Mappin and Webb) has been hidden at the back of Anne's cupboards for decades, and she has decided now is the time to find it a new home - but will the dealers bid crumbs for it or the solid silver deal it deserves?

The dealers in today are Ian, Jacqui, Adi, Jo, James, Jayne, JB and Tash.

Sep 8, 2022
Episode 9
Season 4Episode 945 min

Episode 9

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sets of sellers to the Bidding Room where they will try to persuade one of the five dealers to buy the items they are trying to sell.

Before facing the dealers, each seller meets Nigel and auctioneer Simon who will value their items. Simon will also give them top tips on the history and key characteristics of their piece so that when they enter the bidding room, they have all the information they need to try to haggle the best possible price from the dealers.

All the dealers are spending their own money but have no idea what the sellers are bringing in each day. If they like an item, then they will bid against one another to try to buy it. The more dealers who bid, the more chance the seller has to push up the final price tag. But the sellers don't have to sell, if they don't think the dealers are offering enough money; especially if the bids don't reach expert Simon's valuation (which they should wisely keep to themselves).

First through the doors is Mel with a dress and umbrella from the London 2012 Paralympic Games. It's a truly unique piece but will anyone pay up to her dream price?

Arriving next is engineer Andrew with a night vision periscope from an army tank. With multiple uses, can a demonstration really hook in the dealers?

Next to face the dealers is Glenda with some brass and copper garden sprayers she's hoping will grow her a great profit – but is she right?

Next up is James with some technical drawings of tanks from WW2. With connections to the Battle of Britain, will 40s lover Jacqui snap them up?

Last in is Rick with a truly unique piece. His seven-foot ice cream figure from Italy has the wow factor, but can he scoop a top deal with the dealers?

The dealers in today are Jo, Adi, Ian, James and Jacqui, JB, Sam and Jon.

Sep 9, 2022
Episode 10
Season 4Episode 1045 min

Episode 10

Nigel Havers hosts as top dealers bid against each other to buy items brought in by the public, including a £20 note with the Queen's head missing, a silver bowl and a poster signed by Yul Brynner.

Apr 3, 2023
Episode 11
Season 4Episode 1145 min

Episode 11

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including an ornate gold mirror and rare bronze busts of Princess Margaret and Queen Elizabeth II.

Apr 4, 2023
Episode 12
Season 4Episode 1245 min

Episode 12

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including miniature Ferraris, a pair of cherub wall lights, two Indian carved mirrors and a grocer's sign.

Apr 5, 2023
Episode 13
Season 4Episode 1345 min

Episode 13

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including a rice warmer, a kingfisher vase, a hop sieve, a port pourer and a harmonium.

Apr 6, 2023
Episode 14
Season 4Episode 1445 min

Episode 14

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including a decorative clock, a mid-century teddy bear and a mystery copper item.

Apr 7, 2023
Episode 15
Season 4Episode 1545 min

Episode 15

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including a pottery wheel, a transforming tea stand and a set of port hole mirrors.

Apr 10, 2023
Episode 16
Season 4Episode 1645 min

Episode 16

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including a truck door, a ride-on train, a card table and a rugby shirt from a famous film.

Apr 11, 2023
Episode 17
Season 4Episode 1745 min

Episode 17

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including a 1940s library stand, a racing tricycle, some Sindy toys and a vintage milking machine.

Apr 12, 2023
Episode 18
Season 4Episode 1845 min

Episode 18

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including a tiki bar, an Evel Knievel doll, a 1960s Triang desk and a six-foot tuna.

Apr 13, 2023
Episode 19
Season 4Episode 1945 min

Episode 19

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers bid to buy items brought in by the public, including a toy tugboat, a vintage petrol pump, a wooden mask and a pair of funfair dolphins.

Apr 14, 2023
Episode 20
Season 4Episode 2045 min

Episode 20

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

First through the doors is returning seller Andy, with a French horse-racing game he bought at a car boot sale. This roulette-type game is still playable, so can Andy use the fun factor to race towards a quick sale?

Arriving next are couple Ian and Sue with a toy prototype that was designed to clean up the environment. This plastic bear toy is rare and has a mystery function. Can Ian and Sue convince the dealers that they need to own it?

Next to face the dealers is Gaynor and retired guide dog Rosie. She's got a silver tea set that she hopes will impress the dealers. With Rosie on hand, can Gaynor's charm offensive help her make the money she wants for charity?

Next into Yorkshire HQ is traveller Gee, with a wooden carving that he bought at auction 20 years ago. With questions about it in the dealer room, will Gee be parted with it?

Last in is Amanda, with a miniature farmyard that she was given as a child. Her 1970s tiny toy impresses Simon and Nigel, but will the dealers agree?

Today's dealers are Jo, Ian, Adi, Melissa and Moses.

Apr 17, 2023
Episode 21
Season 4Episode 2145 min

Episode 21

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

First through the doors is Claire with an optician's testing lamp that she bought for £30. It's certainly unique, but will it light up the dealers' faces when it hits the bidding room?

Arriving next is Geoff with a six-foot gorilla called Gary. With links to a famous TV series, will the bidders go bananas when they see him?

Next to face the dealers is Jonathan with an Astra compass. Simon and Nigel are intrigued, but can his compass have enough magnetic pull to attract the dealers?

Next into Yorkshire HQ is Nathan with a childhood toy. His Ghostbusters house and figurines are a hit of nostalgia, but who loves ghosts the most? Will anyone bid up to the amount he wants?

Last in are mother and daughter Jemma and Jasmine with a much-loved canine friend called Freddie. This push-a-long dog is charming – will Nigel be right in his guess that Adi will fight to take him home?

Today's dealers are Jon, Sam, JB, Adi, Jo, Ian, Melissa and Moses.

Apr 18, 2023
Episode 22
Season 4Episode 2245 min

Episode 22

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

First through the doors is Billy with a quirky piece from the funfair. This large two-seater spaceship certainly has the wow factor, but can Billy get a sky-high sale?

Arriving next is Nyree with a piece she found in a charity shop. French, decorative and usable, will her decanter help pour a healthy profit in the dealer room?

Next up is Lee with a 1970s pay phone. In its original, working condition, can the information Simon offers help him dial up a good sale?

Fourth into the Bidding Room today is Kevin, with a train set he has had for 60 years. His Hornby toy from the 50s is a hit with Nigel and Simon, so is he on track to impress the dealers too?

Last in is Carole with a tombola machine. Fun and functional, will luck be on her side when she tries to sell it to the dealers?

Today's dealers are Jon, Sam, Adi, JB and Jo.

Apr 19, 2023
Episode 23
Season 4Episode 2345 min

Episode 23

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

First through the doors is Caspian and his mum Fiona with a model plane they hope will fly high in the Bidding Room, but are they right?

Arriving next is Beverley and a nifty portable kit for all your picnic needs. Her foldable dining set is functional and fun, but will the dealers fight for it?

Next up is Angie with a quirky item she hopes will make a killing with the dealers. Her funfair orca whale gets everyone's attention, but which of our buyers will bite?

Fourth into the Bidding Room today is Anna, hoping to draw herself a great deal with her box of treats. Her draughtsman's set was a car boot find, so can she haggle herself a healthy profit?

Last in is Jack with a fun piece that'll make you taller. His set of stilts has everyone interested, but who will step up and spend?

Today's dealers are Jon, Sam, Adi, JB and Jo.

Apr 20, 2023
Episode 24
Season 4Episode 2445 min

Episode 24

Nigel Havers welcomes five more sellers to the Bidding Room, where they try to sell items to professional dealers who are on the lookout for interesting pieces, with help from expert Simon Bower.

First through the doors is Casper and his mum Amanda, with a toy wooden bus they hope will drive up the bids amongst our dealers. Are they right?

Arriving next is Andrew with a French ladder. Simon thinks it's from the 1900s and was potentially used in a library. Will it step up to expectations in the Bidding Room?

Next up is Jane with a wheeled piece of fun. Her unicycle is from the late 1980s and sure to cause a stir, but which dealer will want to ride it home?

Fourth into the Bidding Room today is Emma and her son Reece. They've brought along a handmade model of a working mill. Built from scratch, unique and charming, can the pair persuade the dealers to bite?

Last in is Sarah with a small decorative pan from the 1970s. With Norwegian heritage and a bold colour pattern, Sarah discovers that this design is desirable, but which of the dealers will she target, to get the best price?

Today's dealers are Jon, Sam, Adi, JB, Jo, Ian, Lucy, Estelle and Lauren.

Apr 21, 2023
Episode 25
Season 4Episode 2545 min

Episode 25

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers battle each other to buy items brought in by the public, including a 50s handbag, a 60s ceramic lamp and a quackers toy duck from the 70s.

Sep 25, 2023
Episode 26
Season 4Episode 2645 min

Episode 26

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers battle each other to buy items brought in by the public, including a bamboo egg chair, a vintage soda stream and a retro science kit.

Sep 26, 2023
Episode 27
Season 4Episode 2745 min

Episode 27

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers battle each other to buy items brought in by the public, including a set of tiny Swedish horses and some pristine mid-century lampshades.

Sep 27, 2023
Episode 28
Season 4Episode 2845 min

Episode 28

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers battle each other to buy items brought in by the public, including a mid-century rattan stool, and a unique, transforming walking stick.

Sep 28, 2023
Episode 29
Season 4Episode 2945 min

Episode 29

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers battle each other to buy items brought in by the public, including Iranian copper bowls, a collection of weaving artefacts and a 1930s bumper car.

Sep 29, 2023
Episode 30
Season 4Episode 3045 min

Episode 30

Nigel Havers hosts as five dealers battle each other to buy items brought in by the public, including an antique stereoscope, a prototype race bike and a curious mystery object.

Oct 2, 2023

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