Antiques Road Trip

David Harper and Catherine Southon journey to the English county of Kent, where they search for hidden treasures among the region’s eclectic collections. Their discoveries include a menagerie of mechanical animals and a massive hammer that would put any auctioneer’s gavel to shame.

The show follows David Harper and Catherine Southon as they set off on a treasure‑hunting adventure across Kent. It’s presented as a straightforward episode where the two presenters team up to uncover hidden curiosities, travelling through the county’s varied landscape in search of unusual finds. During their search they come across a surprisingly eclectic collection. Among the finds are a whole menagerie of mechanical animals, each crafted to move in its own way, and an oversized hammer that looks as though it could out‑shine any auctioneer’s gavel in size and presence. Each mechanical creature whirs and clicks, offering a nostalgic glimpse of Victorian engineering. The episode stays focused on the hunt itself, taking viewers through the Kentish countryside and the various locations where the items are hidden. The presenters’ interaction with each object highlights the quirky nature of the finds, giving a clear picture of what makes each piece noteworthy. As they move from one location to another, Harper and Southon discuss the history behind each find, providing context without straying from the treasure‑hunting focus. By the end of the programme, the audience gets a concise look at the range of artefacts uncovered, from the animated animal figures to the striking hammer. The combination of these items provides a glimpse into the kind of unusual treasures that can still be discovered in local settings. Viewers leave with a clear sense of the diversity and charm that such hidden objects can bring to a regional landscape.