The Bidding Room

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. Shirley is first into the room today, hoping to sell a 19th-century music stool she's owned for 20 years. With no room to store it any longer, she's in search of a new owner. But will any of the dealers be playing to the tune of Simon's expert valuation? Returning to room is film student Amy. She's offered a wartime compass to the dealers in the past. This time, she has a 19th-century home electric shock kit up for grabs. With hopes of raising funds for an autism awareness project, Amy plans to jolt the astute buyers into parting with their cash. Ready to sharpen up the room next is Fraser with a pair of tie presses. Any money Fraser raises will go towards his neighbour's home bar, but are any of the dealers smart enough to do a deal? Also returning to face the dealers is Jana. She's brought a silver tea set that's very dear to her, but just isn't getting to shine as it should. Jana is hoping any bids will be high enough to match the sentimental value of her collection. Finally, it's Sarah, with an Edwardian school bench that's been serving her family for the past seven years. Her children have outgrown the bench, and there's no space for the piece in Sarah's home. Will any of the dealers see the A-star quality of the bench and offer up some top-class bids? The dealers today are Ian, Jon Jacqui, Melissa and JB, as well as Jo and Craig.