BBC Presenters to Go Head-to-Head at Wessex Auction Rooms in Bargain Hunt’s Children in Need Special

Tuesday 9th July 2024 - Sharna Bennett

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BBC Presenters to Go Head-to-Head at Wessex Auction Rooms in Bargain Hunt’s Children in Need Special

Get ready for an exciting showdown on Thursday, 11th July, at 10am, as BBC Daytime favourites go head-to-head in a special Bargain Hunt auction.

There is a plethora of antiques and collectable lots, as well as the opportunity to get your hands on some exclusive gifts and experiences. We’ve handpicked some of our favourites below. 

Don't miss out!

Battling it out on the roster is Nicki Chapman and Briony May Williams (Escape to the Country) on the red team, against the blue team’s Martin Roberts and Jacqui Joseph (Homes Under the Hammer). Both teams will be joined by antiques experts Thomas Forrester and Irita Marriott. The action will be overseen by auctioneer, Tim Weeks, who will bring his expertise to the auction block at Wessex Auction Rooms.

Find out more about the auctioneer and view their catalogues here.

Expect the chance to bag a treasure trove of exciting items and exclusive experiences, including a signed Woody figure from Toy Story by Tom Hanks, a dance lesson with a Strictly Come Dancing professional, and many other once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. All proceeds will go directly to BBC Children in Need.

Left to right: Thomas Forrester, Nicki Chapman, Briony May Williams, Pudsey, Christina Trevanion, Jacqui Joseph, Martin Roberts, Irita Marriott

Christina Trevanion from Bargain Hunt, along with Pudsey Bear, will present this special episode. Be sure to tune in when the episode airs on November 15, 2024, on BBC One and BBC iPlayer to watch the auction unfold.

If you’re interested in these unique lots, you can find the entire catalogue here on Easy Live Auction.

Tommy Nagra, Director of Content at BBC Children in Need, shared his excitement: “We are delighted to see BBC powerhouses Bargain Hunt, Escape to the Country and Homes Under the Hammer team up to raise funds for BBC Children in Need. The funds raised from the very special episode will go towards supporting children and young people to thrive and be the very best they can be.”

Don’t miss out on this brilliant opportunity to support a great cause — and maybe even snag a priceless item or two!

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Lot 97 —Sheriff Woody figure from Toy Story, signed by Woody’s ‘voice’ and Hollywood star, Tom Hanks! — Bid Here

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Lot 77 — Ever fancied being part of the action? Here’s an exclusive chance to be a trainee auctioneer with Bargain Hunt expert Colin Young — Bid Here

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Lot 90 — Bid here for two tickets to laugh it out at The Graham Norton show, plus drinks afterwards in the production guest green room!

 

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Lot 65 — Bid here to own an iconic Bargain Hunt jacket in red, signed by some of the show’s presenters and experts!