Antiques Road Trip

James Braxton and Charles Hanson travel across Fife and Perthshire in search of antiques. Their haul, which includes a costly Chinese rosewood table, will be auctioned in Dundee.

The programme follows James Braxton and Charles Hanson as they set off on a road‑trip through Scotland’s east‑central region. In this episode the duo navigate the countryside of Fife and Perthshire, turning the journey itself into the backbone of the show. Their goal is simple: locate compelling antiques that can later be offered to buyers at a public sale. During the drive they scour local markets, private collections and hidden stalls, hunting for pieces that might fetch a good price. The pair move from town to town, evaluating each find against the standards they’ve built up over previous outings. Their selections range from modest household items to larger, more striking objects, each judged for its potential appeal at auction. A key highlight of their haul is an ornate Chinese rosewood table, noted for its high value. This particular piece stands out among the other acquisitions, promising to draw attention at the upcoming sale. The table’s craftsmanship and rarity make it a centerpiece of the collection they intend to present in Dundee. All of the gathered antiques, including the costly Chinese rosewood table, are slated for an auction in Dundee. The episode culminates with the items being displayed for prospective bidders, offering a glimpse into the final stage of the buying‑and‑selling cycle that drives the show’s premise.