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Daily Mail
5 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Bargain Hunt host announces his 'last episode' has already aired in emotional post - as BBC fans make desperate plea
A Bargain Hunt host's 'last episode' aired this week as he announced his departure in an emotional post. David Fergus has only featured on the BBC show for four episodes since he joined the programme earlier this year. The star's fourth and final episode aired on Monday at 12.15pm on BBC One and saw David help Val and Daryl in the blue team attempt to make a profit. David revealed it would be his last time on the show before it aired on social media. He posted on X: 'The last of my four episodes of Bargain Hunt is on at tomorrow lunchtime, can I avenge my defeat from the last episode. 'Either way it was a great experience with the wonderful @hawley_caroline and Charlie Ross.' Fans were disappointed by David's departure and commented on the post to express how they hoped to see him on the show again. One penned: 'Will be watching, seeing more of you in future episodes we hope!' 'Hopefully we will see more please as I think you're amazing,' another added. 'Look forward to seeing the episode!' a viewer posted. Someone asked: 'But are you appearing in more episodes?' David replied and revealed he had recorded a segment to be used in the future. He said: 'I haven't filmed any more shopping episodes yet but I filmed a piece today to be inserted into a future episode.' It was only revealed in April that David would be joining the Bargain Hunt team. The star's fourth and final episode aired on Monday at 12.15pm on BBC One and saw David help Val and Daryl in the blue team attempt to make a profit. David revealed it would be his last time on the show before it aired on social media Fans were disappointed by David's departure and commented on the post to express how they hoped to see him on the show again The programme's official X account revealed that David and Serhat Ahmet had joined the team as the show's brand new experts. Ceramics expert Serhat has over 30 years of antiquing experience and sources trades in 18th, 19th and 20th century porcelain - making him the perfect addition to the programme. The announcement read: 'It's a massive welcome [to] one of our new brilliant experts - it's @SerhatAntiques! Welcome to the #BBCBargainHunt team, Serhat. 'Catch Serhat's first episode on Monday 14th April, when he's shopping with his blue team in #Exeter.' Sharing a video of Serhat, he introduced himself as he told fans: 'I'm Serhat Ahmet. I'm from London and I'm a dealer in European porcelain. 'I am really excited to be joining the Bargain Hunt expert team. What an honour. What a privilege!' The other newbie Dave wasn't a stranger to the television world as he previously hosted Cash In The Attic with Jules Hudson. He's classified as an auctioneer and studio glass valuer. The show took to Twitter to share the exciting announcement with fans In a second post they marked Dave's exciting news with the caption: 'Please give a huge welcome to our other new expert on #BBCBargainHunt. 'It's @1davefergus! You can watch David's first programme on #BankHoliday Monday 21st April when he guides his blue team in King's Lynn.' In the clip he said: 'I'm a glass collecting auctioneer and valuer from Staffordshire. 'I'm absolutely delighted to have been asked to join the Bargain Hunt team as one of the new experts.'
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Bargain Hunt fans left devastated as star announces final episode
Bargain Hunt expert David Fergus has taken to social media to announce that his final episode of the BBC show will air this week. Bargain Hunt star BBC star David Fergus has taken to social media to share an emotional farewell as he announces his "last episode". The expert, who appeared in four instalments of the popular antiques series this year, confirmed the final one will air this week, leaving fans feeling disheartened. David disclosed in a heartfelt tweet: "The last of my four episodes of Bargain Hunt is on at tomorrow lunchtime, can I avenge my defeat from the last episode. Either way it was a great experience with the wonderful [Caroline Hawley] and Charlie Ross." Following a surge of pleas from dismayed viewers imploring him not to depart, David responded: "I haven't filmed any more shopping episodes yet but I filmed a piece today to be inserted into a future episode." Supportive audience members raced to comment on the announcement, as one fan remarked: "Hopefully we will see more please as I think you're amazing!" Another supporter commented: "Will be watching, seeing more of you in future episodes we hope!" Having begun his venture into the world of antiques as a collector, David later transitioned into an auctioneer role at Richard Winterton Auctioneers where he excels in appraising art and studio glass, reports the Express. Sharing about his Bargain Hunt journey, David mentioned to BBC researchers spotted some of his social media videos for work which led to an invite to join the show, an opportunity he enthusiastically accepted. In the past, he's said: "someone on the Bargain Hunt team saw some social media videos I did for work and asked if I wanted to be part of the team. It didn't take me long to say yes!" He further commented: "Bargain Hunt has such appeal because we all want to find a bargain and quite often we see items on the show that we have in our homes or remember seeing in a relative's house. "We can feel the contestants' joy when they get a good result and feel for them when they have a loss. "The advice I would give to anyone wanting to get into the antiques business is be prepared to get dirty, because some of the items that come to us are filthy." He confessed that "life on the road" with the show provides him "the chance to see some lovely parts of the country I otherwise wouldn't have seen".
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Bargain Hunt fans 'furious' as team make show history with 'unfair' twist
A team on the BBC show Bargain Hunt made history when they were allowed to have a third item valued at auction after failing to meet the challenge - and viewers were not happy. Bargain Hunt enthusiasts were left in shock as a resurfaced episode made an unexpected entry into the show's history books for a rather unfortunate reason. The instalment, which first hit screens in 2022 with Eric Knowles at the helm, featured experts Charles Hanson and Caroline Hawley guiding participants through the quaint village of Eccleston, Lancashire. However, the events that transpired were unprecedented in the programme's 25 year history. Contestants Geraldine and Washington, representing the red team, experienced an unparalleled blunder by becoming the first duo to bring fewer than three items to auction – arriving with just a pair. The team explained their predicament, saying: "Because there are so many things here - but it's just finding that item that meets the criteria." They faced the challenge of finding at least one item valued over £75, but as time ran out, they could only muster a rare Doulton jug and two vintage tennis racquets, neither meeting the price requirement. A visibly surprised Eric Knowles delivered the news on air, remarking: "I've got to say, you have made Bargain Hunt history by virtue of you only managing to buy two items." Charles Hanson shared his astonishment, commenting: "I like to play to the wire but it went badly, badly wrong. We failed on the challenge. We failed with our big spend. I'm sorry, team. It really happened." To compound their woes, Eric noted the penalty for their shortfall, adding: "The ruling is that because you didn't do the £75 spend, you start with minus £75." Bargain Hunt enthusiasts were split after witnessing a team snatch victory with the help of a bonus buy, despite breaking show guidelines, reports the Express. The red team's fortunes dramatically turned when they chanced upon an Art Deco clock priced at £200 and subsequently sold it for an impressive £380, netting them a tidy sum and no small amount of joyous relief. Yet, audience members took to social media with a mix of outrage and amusement over the perceived rule breach. One displeased fan vented on X: "They shouldn't have been allowed a bonus if they hadn't bought three items!" Another was firm in their stance: "Shouldn't have been allowed to compete with only a £75 forfeit. Should've been disqualified in my opinion!" In contrast, a third person embraced the chaos: "Brilliant! This has got to be the best episode ever! What larks!" It's noteworthy that Bargain Hunt is not unfamiliar with controversy; back in 2018, a celebrity special had to be re-filmed after musician Bez's partner made prohibited bids.
Daily Record
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Antiques Road Trip's Christina Trevanion's life off screen from 'unexpected' health scare to cancer heartbreak
Christina Trevanion's journey to BBC fame has not come without its ups an downs as we explore the life of the famous auctioneer and valuer... Christina Trevanion has become a well-known figure on the BBC's daytime programming, known for her appearances on popular antiques shows such as Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Show. The TV star's fascination with antiques began in her childhood, when she would visit various auctions with her parents. Her passion for antiques was sparked early on, inspired by her mother Hazel's own interest for vintage treasures and the story they hold. This shared interest led Christina to study Fine Art Valuation at Southampton Solent University, laying the foundation for her career in the field and on screens, the Express reports. In 2014, Christina transformed her lifelong passion into a successful profession by launching Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers. The auction house quickly earned a strong reputation for quality and trust within the antiques industry. Over the years, Christina has established herself as a respected authority in the field. Her commitment and skills were formally acknowledged seven years ago when she became a member of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers (NAVA). Now that the BBC TV personality has returned to the daytime series, The Travelling Auctioneers, here is everything you need to know about Christina Trevanion - from her life off screen to her recent health scare. Christina's home and family life Christina made her first appearance on TV in 2013 as a valuer and researcher on the BBC show Flog It!. Since then, she has become a familiar face on several other fan favourite shows - Bargain Hunt, Antiques Road Trip and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. According to her BBC profile, she lives in the gorgeous Shropshire countryside. While Christina prefers to keep her personal life out of the spotlight, it's known she is married to Aaron Dean, and the couple have two daughters together. She has previously described their family life as "noisy, hectic, and good fun" mentioning their dog named Welly. In a heartfelt post from 2019, Christina reflected on her wedding day and honoured the memory of her late father, David, who passed away in 2013. The year before, in 2018, she expressed her heartbreak on X (formally known as Twitter) while responding to a news headline about England having the "worst ever" cancer waiting times. She posted: 'My grandfather died from cancer. My father died from cancer. I have two close friends both currently suffering with cancer. Both on long waiting lists. Both getting poorlier. This headline is so desperately frustrating." Hospital scare In February 2024, The Travelling Auctioneers narrator sparked concern among fans after posting a photo from what appeared to be a hospital bed, revealing she had made an "unexpected" visit. Although she didn't disclose the reason for her hospital stay, the image showed her arm with a drip attached and a name tag around her wrist. Life outside of filming When Christina is not on the road for Antiques Road Trip or uncovering hidden treasures on Bargain Hunt, Christina loves to spend her downtime with her family and friends. "As a busy mum of two, with a full-time job and a part-time job, I don't get a lot of free time, so when I do it is spent with my family and friends, in my garden, at home," she previously told the BBC. Based on her instagram posts, Christina seems to have a love for the outdoors, posting photos of her relaxing in her flower-filled garden or on various trips across the world. Cornwall appears to be one of her favourite spots. In September, the TV star shared a snap of the stunning coast alongside the caption: "And breathe! A thalassophile in her happy place. Oh to be back in #Cornwall."
Daily Mail
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Bargain Hunt contestant 'lost for words' as they make BBC history for all the wrong reasons and auction goes 'badly, badly wrong'
A Bargain Hunt contestant was 'lost for words' as they made BBC history - and their auction went 'badly, badly wrong'. The iconic BBC show sees two teams - the blues and the reds - compete to find three antique items, with expert advice, and flog them for the highest possible profit. A resurfaced episode from 2022, hosted by Eric Knowles, sees experts Charles Hanson and Caroline Hawley head to the village of Eccleston, Lancashire. The instalment stands out from all others in the show's 25-year history - for all the wrong reasons. For the first time ever, the red team - made up of Geraldine and Washington - did not find a third item to go under the hammer, taking just two to auction. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. For the first time ever, the red team - made up of Geraldine and Washington (pictured) - did not find a third item to go under the hammer, taking just two to auction The pair were themselves 'lost for words', explaining how they found themselves in that position, with a rare Doulton jug and two vintage tennis racquets 'Because there are so many things here - but it's just finding that item that meets the criteria', they said. The voiceover further clarified that the team simply 'ran out of time' to select their third antique. The criteria in question was that one of their items had to be worth at least £75. The pair did not manage to achieve this, only securing a rare Doulton jug and two vintage tennis racquets - both worth under the threshold. Host Eric told them: 'I've got to say, you have made Bargain Hunt history by virtue of you only managing to buy two items.' The team's expert helper Charles Hanson was just as flabbergasted by the unusual turn of events. Outside the antiques shop, he addressed the reds: 'I like to play to the wire but it went badly, badly wrong. Outside the antiques shop, he addressed the reds: 'I like to play to the wire but it went badly, badly wrong' 'We failed on the challenge. We failed with our big spend. I'm sorry, team. It really happened.' Sticking to the rules of the show, host Eric said: 'The ruling is that because you didn't do the £75 spend, you start with minus £75.' But the reds were soon thrown a lifeline, offered the chance to make a bonus buy and purchase an art deco clock for £200 - a style 'always in demand', Eric assured them. The team ended up selling the clock for a massive £380 at auction, leaving them with a profit of £130 - and leaving them not so impacted by their error after all. Viewers at the time were scandalised by the outcome on X: 'They shouldn't have been allowed a bonus if they hadn't bought three items!' Another said: 'Shouldn't have been allowed to compete with only a £75 forfeit. 'Others can just do that now, but like the red team, still win! Should have been disqualified in my opinion!' But someone else took the misdemeanour less seriously: 'Brilliant! This has got be the best episode ever! What larks!' The rules of Bargain Hunt were similarly put to the test on a celebrity episode featuring Bez and Rowetta Idah of Happy Mondays and Pulp's Jarvis Cocker and Candida Doyle. The now iconic instalment from 2018 famously had to be reshot when a major rule infringement was discovered after filming had finished. It transpired Bez's girlfriend bid on and won his team's auction items, securing an £8 profit for them - as well as the overall victory. When the infraction came to light, Pulp's team - despite making a £95 loss - was awarded the win, with the end of the episode refilmed to reflect that. The unusual moment saw the host of the episode read out the relevant Bargain Hunt rule, 'Tis completely forbidden for friends or family members to bid on a team's item', before exclaiming: 'I'm speechless!' Bez, who gave the £8 back, said: 'It was a genuine error. My girlfriend thought she was helping out.' Bargain Hunt's executive producer Paul Tucker said at the time: 'We have rules and regulations on Bargain Hunt and we have to make sure they abide by them. 'It was picked up by a runner and we verified there were clearly misdemeanours going on. 'It was a genuine rule that was broken and we had to reshoot the end. 'They are rock and rollers and they live on the edge as they did in the eighties. 'It's not a surprise but in the end, it was quite amusing.' The resurfacing of these rule-breaking moments comes after Charles Hanson made an emotional return to the show after being cleared of abusing his wife. The antiques expert, 46, came back to the long-running show last month, marking his first TV appearance since 2023. Hanson, who has also starred in Antiques Roadshow, Flog It! and Antiques Road Trip, had been off air while facing serious allegations of assault and coercive control against his wife Rebecca. He had denied all the charges. In February, a jury at Derby Crown Court found him not guilty on all counts. It came after a three-week trial which laid bare the collapse of his marriage to the 42-year-old radiographer. The couple are now divorcing. During the trial, Hanson was accused of a decade of abuse, including putting his pregnant wife in a headlock, pushing and scratching her, and controlling her behaviour. He told jurors she was a 'fantasist' and claimed he had been a 'slave' to her demands. After his acquittal, the TV star sobbed in the dock before punching the air in relief and embracing his parents, Phillip and Gillian, who sat in court throughout proceedings. Speaking outside court in February, Hanson said: 'I'm delighted after a year and half that the truth has finally come out and can finally live my life and feel this burden has finally been lifted. 'It has been a tormentous time and all I want now is to readjust to what has been such an ordeal. 'These last 18 months have been extremely upsetting. I have missed my children and quite simply I can now get back to my life and I relish that. It has been very impactful. 'I am very lucky my parents have stood by me from start to finish – without my family it would have been a very, very testing time.'
