Secret Life of the Auction House

The team researches a flag said to have flown during England's 1966 World Cup win. A Victorian book of police mug shots reveals surprising insights

A designer trunk found in a junk shop, a 40-year-old slice of royal wedding cake and possible Victorian vampire slaying kit go under the hammer

A designer trunk found in a junk shop, a 40-year-old slice of royal wedding cake and possible Victorian vampire slaying kit go under the hammer

Queen Victoria's belongings go under the hammer, and music expert Claire handles some legendary Rolling Stones memorabilia

Queen Victoria's belongings go under the hammer, and music expert Claire handles some legendary Rolling Stones memorabilia

A behind-the-scenes look at one of Britain's most fascinating auction houses. Featuring a rare Harry Potter paperback and memorabilia from the first ascent of Everest in 1953

The team researches a flag said to have flown during England's 1966 World Cup win. A Victorian book of police mug shots reveals surprising insights

A behind-the-scenes look at one of Britain's most fascinating auction houses. Featuring a rare Harry Potter paperback and memorabilia from the first ascent of Everest in 1953

The team researches a flag said to have flown during England's 1966 World Cup win. A Victorian book of police mug shots reveals surprising insights

A designer trunk found in a junk shop, a 40-year-old slice of royal wedding cake and possible Victorian vampire slaying kit go under the hammer

Queen Victoria's belongings go under the hammer, and music expert Claire handles some legendary Rolling Stones memorabilia

A designer trunk found in a junk shop, a 40-year-old slice of royal wedding cake and possible Victorian vampire slaying kit go under the hammer

Queen Victoria's belongings go under the hammer, and music expert Claire handles some legendary Rolling Stones memorabilia

Charles sells iconic items from the late club owner Peter Stringfellow. Plus, a massive haul of Lego keeps toy valuer Mark busy

Charles sells iconic items from the late club owner Peter Stringfellow. Plus, a massive haul of Lego keeps toy valuer Mark busy

A stainless-steel sculpture, a load of antique furniture and a collection of 1960s Corgi toy cars all pose challenges to the logistics team

A stainless-steel sculpture, a load of antique furniture and a collection of 1960s Corgi toy cars all pose challenges to the logistics team

Charles sells iconic items from the late club owner Peter Stringfellow. Plus, a massive haul of Lego keeps toy valuer Mark busy

A stainless-steel sculpture, a load of antique furniture and a collection of 1960s Corgi toy cars all pose challenges to the logistics team

Charles sells iconic items from the late club owner Peter Stringfellow. Plus, a massive haul of Lego keeps toy valuer Mark busy

Jewellery expert Helen has her hands full with a massive gold chain. Plus, book expert Jim dusts off a rare, 'out of this world' scientific book

A stainless-steel sculpture, a load of antique furniture and a collection of 1960s Corgi toy cars all pose challenges to the logistics team

A first edition James Bond book sets the auction room alight. Plus, a confectionery shop goes under the hammer

Jewellery expert Helen has her hands full with a massive gold chain. Plus, book expert Jim dusts off a rare, 'out of this world' scientific book

A first edition James Bond book sets the auction room alight. Plus, a confectionery shop goes under the hammer

Jewellery expert Helen has her hands full with a massive gold chain. Plus, book expert Jim dusts off a rare, 'out of this world' scientific book

Jewellery expert Helen has her hands full with a massive gold chain. Plus, book expert Jim dusts off a rare, 'out of this world' scientific book

A first edition James Bond book sets the auction room alight. Plus, a confectionery shop goes under the hammer

A first edition James Bond book sets the auction room alight. Plus, a confectionery shop goes under the hammer