The Repair Shop

The team carefully restores a beloved rocking horse, reassembles a Royal Doulton plaque that has lain in pieces for 57 years, and revives a fascinating Victorian stereoscope. Returning each cherished object to its original splendour through meticulous craftsmanship and expert conservation techniques.

This episode is part of a programme that follows a dedicated team as they breathe new life into treasured objects. Each instalment shows the specialists tackling a different piece of heritage, combining practical skill with a genuine affection for the items they’re handling. In this particular instalment the crew set about restoring three distinct pieces. First, they take on a beloved rocking horse, giving the well‑worn toy a careful refurbishment. Next, they address a Royal Doulton plaque that has lain in fragments for 57 years, painstakingly re‑uniting the broken sections. Finally, they turn their attention to a fascinating Victorian stereoscope, working to bring the historic viewing device back to its former condition. The team’s approach is methodical, treating each object with the respect it deserves. They dismantle, clean, and repair where needed, ensuring that the rocking horse regains its stability, the porcelain plaque is correctly aligned, and the stereoscope’s intricate parts are restored to working order. By the end of the episode, all three items have been successfully revived, showcasing the team’s skill in giving old, cherished pieces a new lease on life. The restored rocking horse, the reassembled plaque, and the refurbished stereoscope each stand as a testament to the careful craftsmanship displayed throughout the show.