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An elderly guest on the Antiques Roadshow was left speechless after discovering his Lowry painting could fetch up to £80,000 at auction.

Antiques Roadshow fans love a shock valuation on the BBC series, and it seems even celebrities aren't immune to the excitement of discovering hidden treasures in the attic. Former child actor Sophie Neville joined the programme which is hosted by Fiona Bruce for a recent episode from the Lake District, bringing with her some precious memorabilia from her starring role in the 1974 film adaptation of Swallows and Amazons.The family film, based on the 1930 novel by Arthur Ransome, was set in the Lake District and follows the story of the Walker children who spend a summer there, having adventures on their boat named Swallow.They meet a rival group of children sailing a dinghy called Amazon and eventually become firm friends.

The BBC has set the record straight about Fiona Bruce's role on Antiques Roadshow after some fans made complaints. The series, featuring the presenter, is currently being repeated on BBC One, with new episodes expected later this year.

In a memorable episode of Antiques Roadshow, a guest declined to sell his treasured war medals despite their staggering valuation. Expert Mark Smith immediately remarked on the guest's "incredible collection" and enquired about its origin.

In a thrilling episode of Antiques Roadshow, one of the guests refused to part with his precious war medals despite their high value.The owner revealed that he had inherited the medals from his father. Mark Smith, visibly impressed, complimented, "He had a very good eye," before delving into the histories of these significant artifacts.

A guest appeared on Antiques Roadshow in the US, bringing with him two baseballs he had inherited from his father, one of which stunned appraisal expert Philip Weiss. In the show, based on the UK version that is hosted by Fiona Bruce, Philip chatted with the visitor who revealed the curious backstory of the balls.

An Antiques Roadshow guest was gobsmacked after an expert issued an eye-watering £10,000 valuation of his intricate gold watch - but followed it up with a warning. During a recent episode set at Windermere Jetty Museum in the Lake District, which featured host Fiona Bruce and the Antiques Roadshow experts, Richard Price took a closer look at a stunning gold watch.

An Antiques Roadshow guest was left in a bit of a pickle when they found out they couldn't flog a precious family treasure, even though it came with a hefty price tag.The PBS series hit up Austin and met a bunch of eager individuals clutching items that tugged at the heartstrings as much as the purse strings, including one visitor who sought out the expertise of Colleene Fesko.To kick things off, she remarked: "Tim, your grandfather was a really interesting artist but this is such a luscious painting." "Henry Siddons Mowbray was born in, actually, Alexandria, Egypt, in 1858, studied in Paris, and died in 1928." The owner, curious about the date of creation, guessed it was around 1895 since it matched the era of similar works by his granddad. Fesko elaborated: "Well, apparently your grandmother wrote that your grandfather was very much influenced by classical themes, with themes of the American Renaissance and with figures of muses and virtues and these lovely allegorical figures are terrific." "You were telling me that you would wake up to this painting in your bedroom when you were 16 years old." "He considered his murals much more important than his easel paintings like this but I was much more enamoured by these paintings than the murals", the guest shared.

Fiona Bruce, famed for her presenting duties on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow since 2008 and other notable shows such as Fake or Fortune, Question Time and Treasures of the British Library, typically prefers a shielded personal life. Yet, we do know a bit about her longstanding and rarely-seen husband, Nigel Sharrocks.The couple sparked up their romance 30 years ago back in the mid nineties, after meeting at advertising agency where Nigel held the position of company director and Fiona was an employee.They exchanged vows in an intimate wedding ceremony in Islington in July 1994.Two bundles of joy joined their family with the birth of their son Sam in 1998, followed by daughter Mia in 2001.The hardworking mum and presenter faced some criticism when she hurried back to her duties on Crimewatch just 16 days after giving birth to baby Mia.

Antiques Roadshow presenter Fiona Bruce has openly discussed the emotional difficulties she confronts when delivering poignant news, admitting it can be quite a "struggle."

Antiques Roadshow specialist Theo Burrell has given a health update, after she expressed her concerns over awaiting results of her brain scan which took place a few weeks ago.

A shabby old storage box, picked up for a mere £12 turned out to be a rare Louis Vuitton treasure with a staggering valuation on Antiques Roadshow. Guests on the BBC One show are often staggered when they learn the true value of items they've stashed away at home or even had in everyday use. An anonymous dad revealed he snagged the trunk back in 1984 as a moving-in gift for his daughter when she was getting her first flat.

BBC Antiques Roadshow star Theo Burrell has given fans an update following the news that she has been diagnosed with incurable brain cancer. The 37 year old antiques expert, who joined the popular BBC show back in 2018, was diagnosed with a grade four brain tumour – known as a Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM) – in the summer of 2022, just one year after the birth of her son.

BBC Radio 2 star Zoe Ball has been showered with love and support after she addressed the devastating loss of her former partner, Billy Yates, seven years since his tragic passing.The Antiques Roadshow cameraman took his own life in 2017 at the age of 40, a few months into his romance with Zoe, who is now 53. On Saturday, the popular presenter ended her Instagram hiatus - since her mum died last month - to post a touching photo of Billy, captioning it: "7 years, kisses in the sky." This emotional tribute comes just a few days after the announcement that Zoe's mother, Julia Peckham, had passed away from cancer. Zoe's heartfelt post prompted an outpouring of condolences from her 715,000 followers.

For 35 years, BBC legend Fiona Bruce has been at the helm of several of the broadcaster’s flagship shows, ranging from hard hitting news and politics in BBC News and Question Time, through to more light hearted offerings such as Fake or Fortune and the Antiques Roadshow. Yet while Fiona is often regarded as unflappable on set, there have been moments where situations have taken her by complete surprise.

Buying a property that needs work doing to it can be a great investment, especially if you manage to snap one up at a cheap price. By doing a DIY renovation and keeping costs low, you can significantly increase the value of a house and go on to sell it for much more than what you initially paid for it.

An Antiques Roadshow expert has taken on the challenge of converting a former chapel he purchased for £60,000 into a home and workshop - and is urging others to help preserve such historic buildings.

BBC Antiques Roadshow experts usually leave people delighted after discovering their item is worth an eye-watering amount of cash. However, it's not always the case for everyone.

Two Antiques Roadshow guests received a shock when expert John Benjamin revealed the real value of their 'novelty' ring. The episode originally aired on Sunday 5 November and viewers were stunned at the value of the items.The cousins brought three pieces to the show in Nottingham, including a Victorian ring.

Television producer and director Nicky Illis, who worked on Antiques Roadshow and was the long-term director of Fake or Fortune, has sadly died of cancer aged 53. Nicky, who also worked on Alan Carr's Adventures with Agatha Christie in 2022, first came into the industry back in the 1990s and went on to produce shows such as One Foot in the Past as well as The House Detectives. She is survived by her husband Seb, whom she married in 2012, and their two children.

The popular BBC show Antiques Roadshow has been a hit since it first aired in 1979, with fans tuning in each week to see the valuations of various items brought in by guests. Over the years, there have been many memorable moments, and in one episode BBC expert Eric Knowles found himself captivated by a guest's extraordinary teaspoon set. Clearly enamoured even before opening the box, Eric's anticipation was palpable as he began to reveal the treasure within.

A couple appearing on Antiques Roadshow once "dumped" their item and "stormed off" after being left disappointed by the experts' valuation. Host Fiona Bruce recalled the awkward moment during an appearance on ITV's Celebrity Catchphrase. Fiona, 59, has hosted Antiques Roadshow since 2008 and has certainly seen some memorable moments over the years.The popular BBC show began in 1979, with guests bringing in various items to be valued by a team of experts.

This Morning stars Dermot O'Leary and Alison Hammond have been forced to apologise after an entertainment correspondent dropped a swear word live on-air.The presenters were chatting to reporter Andrew Freud, a journalist based in Los Angeles, as they broke down the latest in pop culture news. However, Andrew was more passionate than expected when speaking about Beyoncé's new album Cowboy Carter on This Morning's Tuesday 2nd April show. Discussing how some of Beyoncé's new tracks don't feature on the vinyl album, Andrew said: "Alright guys, so the beehive in buzzing and they're buzzing big time.

One of the Antiques Roadshow experts was left not wanting to value an 'awful' item as he was left 'sad' by its shocking history. Sunday night’s episode (March 31) saw Ronnie Archer-Morgan decline to give a valuation to one of the guest’s items after admitting it was ‘one of the most difficult things’ he had ever spoken about on the show.

BBC Antiques Roadshow expert Theo Burrell has faced a difficult few years after being diagnosed with cancer in 2022. Theo, 36, was left devastated at the news which came just one year after the birth of her son Jonah.

An Antiques Roadshow guest was left 'shaking' in disbelief after a wine glass she bought for just 50p turned out to be 300 years old and worth a fortune. In the latest instalment of the BBC show, members of the public attended the Eden Project, with one woman bringing along a glass her father had given her. She explained to expert Andy McConnell: “It belongs to my father, he saw it on a bric-a-brac stall, they wanted 10p, my father liked it so gave him 50p." But further investigation revealed that the glass was actually incredibly rare, with Andy sharing its origins.

Fiona Bruce has had an impressive career with the BBC. Starting as a researcher for Panorama, the 59 year old has since presented popular shows like Crimewatch, Question Time, Fake Or Fortune, Antiques Roadshow and the news bulletins. In 2023, Fiona was listed as the sixth highest paid stars at the BBC, earning between £395,000 and £399,999 a year.This had fallen from 2021/2022 when she was paid between £410,000 and £414,999 and 2020/2021 when she was paid between £405,000 and £409,999.

Antiques Roadshow has seen some incredible items valued by its history boffins since the show began in 1979. Some guests have even stormed off air. From artifacts that have been passed down through generations to lost objects discovered in attics and car boot sales, the BBC programme fronted by Fiona Bruce – who was delighted when the Duchess of Cornwall appeared on the show – has seen it all.

An Antiques Roadshow guest had a simple three-word response to the staggering valuation of her diamond bracelet and matching ring. While getting her jewellery evaluated by expert Joanna Hardy, the lady shared that she'd inherited them from her late mother-in-law, Audrey, who was a mayor's wife.The precious pieces were given to her in 1976 when her husband became the mayor of Fylde in Lancashire. Joanna confessed: "I see a lot of jewellery, but very few jewels actually make my heart smile.

An episode of the US edition of Antiques Roadshow has left viewers completely freaked out, after an owner brought in a creepy porcelain doll dating back to Victorian times with an even more terrifying backstory.The doll - which was brought into the New Orleans site in near perfect condition - was appraised by antique expert Billye Harris, who informed the guest that the item was made in 1880 France by Leon Casimir Bru. Harris explained that the 19th century toy was called a 'French Circle Dot Bru doll,' and that the maker was renowned for creating the "finest toys." The expert then made a point of focusing on the glass paperweight eyes, which she stated were curved and bulged out to give the doll a more "realistic, human feature." After listing all the features of the Leon Casimir Bru creation, Harris estimated that the doll would retail for around $12,000 to $14,000.

Antiques Roadshow expert Mark Smith became rather emotional as he was asked to value a unique item during the show's visit to Newby Hall in Yorkshire. During the show, Mark was asked to value a gold medallion, but was unable to do due to its rather distressing origin. After taking a look at the medallion, which originated from 1955, Mark shared that it had been awarded to people who had lived through the Holocaust and escaped the concentration camps.

A recent Antiques Roadshow guest had their hopes dashed after discovering their item was worth just £150, and not the £250,000 they had expected. Antiques expert Ronnie Archer-Morgan took a look at the figure, from the Kota tribe in Gabon, when the show stopped in Nottingham's Wollaton Hall.The owner revealed that they had purchased the item for just £1.50, 10 years ago at an Antiques Roadshow event in Cambridge.

An Antiques Roadshow guest was left fuming and reportedly stormed off the set after their item's valuation didn't meet expectations.The BBC show, which is well known for its surprising moments, has seen a variety of unique items valued at staggering amounts of money since it first aired. During the show's run, Will Farmer, one of the main presenters who joined the show in the 2000s, has interacted with hundreds of guests hoping for high valuations for their items.

Antiques Roadshow star Theo Burrell has shared an update on her condition, after previously announcing she'd been diagnosed with an incurable brain cancer. The 36 year old antiques expert was previously told she only had months left to live back in 2022, but she continues to battle the disease every day. Theo, who celebrated 11 years with her partner last month, posted a snap of her beloved pooch, a Jack Russell called Pip, as she gave her followers an update on her health.

Antiques Roadshow saw a particularly special and rare item break records during one episode, with an incredible valuation shocking the entire crowd of onlookers. An elderly couple arrived at the roadshow with an unusual and cultural design piece in the form of an Imperial robe from China.

A comic book lover from America was over the moon that his mum held onto his impressivecollection from over the years, after he discovered one in particular is worth thousands.The Antiques Roadshow US guest was welcomed onto the show clutching his box of comic books that his mum purchased at an auction herself years ago. He explained: "When I was a kid, I would go down to a store in Washington and buy candy and comics and my mum knew this, of course.