Bargain Hunt

They are at a different venue when the actual auction is filmed. It just looks like they are there. Nothing real about the whole programme.

Well, I like it. It's very handy to watch while I'm having lunch, I don't mind if I don't see the things go to auction, I can just get up & get on.
The experts are characters & I love seeing what teams buy & what they get it for. Lot of silver-topped perfume bottles I agree, but also some weird & wonderful stuff. I've only recently had opportunity to watch it so haven't got bored, but there must be many people like me.

For very little. End of first post. Obviously pressed Post before I had finished.

I agree. There's also the problem of the auction houses. Sometimes there is only a handful of retired people, some with their sandwiches and one lady with her knitting. If there is no internet interest the chances of making a profit are very small. I've seen quite valuable items

I think if they hit on a theme, they then flog it to death (excuse the pun).
Antiques programmes, quizzes and game shows etc

Boring, boring, boring.

I don't know if it's my glasses having taken on a rosy hue, or if BBC programming has, over the decades, genuinely deteriorated somewhat.

I understand that it (BBC) needs to attract a wide audience, but some of the programmes seem to be dumbed-down to the point of mediocrity.

Not sure I can really explain but, when I watch a 'special-interest' programme, I frequently feel that I haven't learned anything because their is no depth to it. I'm not suggesting presenters should present like Mr Cholmondley-Warner with po-faces, but sometimes a little less frivolity would be appreciated.

... or maybe, I'm simply one of those GOW (Grumpy Old Women) who's hard to please...

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The celebrity version is no better, with God help us! With even worse...... Love Islanders taking part with their blubbery fake lips & botox!

I've only ever watched half a programme and was planning on covering a full episode.

... I don't think I'll bother.

Are the programme makers attempting inclusivity, or hoping for a wider audience among LoveIslanders fans?

I agree about Wannacot Sodapo not a pleasant man at all
It’s a nonsense programme no one would get 40/50% off an item they were buying maybe £1 at best
It’s silly can’t be bothered with it

Can't agree with you there NonGrannyMoll Bargain Hunt was improved by Wonnacott leaving. He was a patronising know it all.

Undoubtedly BH has lots its way. It hasn't been the same since Tim Wonnecott left - at least he shushed the idiots and maintained a modicum of dignity. I think contestants are often chosen because they have a gimmick - stupid outfits and/or hats, out-of-tune am-dram singing, etc. Also, it seems they're all versed in what to say and how manically they should say (sorry, squeal) it. My personal bugbear is the first section when they have to9 act like 4-year-olds: "What do we need...?" "MONEY!!" "What else do we need ?" "EXPERTS!!!" Totally puerile. Still, it seems almost the whole of modern British culture is being infantilised now (big businesses even run courses in how to remove the buying public's sense of free will). Oooh, that opene4d the floodgates for me, didn't it? Sorry, peeps (not really).

As others have said it’s well past its sell by date! 7 days a week come on BBC time to axe it permanently!!! As for the leg throwing at the end of the show it’s just pathetically laughable!!!

Skydancer

It is getting irritating by childish behaviour and silliness. The programme is backwards actually. I knew 2 antique dealers who bought at auction and then sold at market.

Totally agree… the format is the wrong way round… they should BUY at Auction then try to sell what they’ve bought! The Buyers/ Sellers Premiums that those of us who buy at Auction average at c. 28% …so if they are selling they would under normal circumstances have to lose not only 28% of their profit, but also added ‘Administrative fees, VAT, and often a minimum charge per item! I was recently told by my local Auction House that if my lot went for £20… I would receive £2! Bargain Hunt never mention this! ( I have run a small book business for over 45 years so am well versed in these things) . It used to be fun at its inception, now it is almost unwatchable!

JamesandJon33

I know this is a slight detour, but why is Catherine Southon , on Antiques Road Trip , yet again. The third week running. I dislike her .

I don't watch her any more, I find her rather sarcastic

So do I!

“Pity they didn’t axe Bargain Hunt and keep Doctors”. I certainly agree they should have kept Doctors, sodapop. I really miss that programme. It covered many important topics.

Primrose53

Can’t think which one is Bargain Hunt. I have seen the one where two experts drive all over the country and must spend a fortune in fuel alone before making just a few quid on something. Not worth it in my opinion.

Can’t think which one is Bargain Hunt
I'm not surprised, there are so many of these antiques programmes on TV now.

Antiques Roadshow remains the best and should endure.

Well past its sell by date now and why is it on 7 ðays a week. ?
Pity they didn't axe Bargain Hunt and keep Doctors.

Today 18:27 petal53

ginny
I do agree about the over excitement . However what really annoys me is the percentage that the contestants get taken off. Most of them would not make any money if they were charged as most people would be.
Everyone is expected to haggle at these places.
No one pays the full price since most of it is tat coming from house clear.

I agree but so many times they get 40 - 50% off the original price. The average is around 10%. 15 - 20 % if one is very lucky.

Can’t think which one is Bargain Hunt. I have seen the one where two experts drive all over the country and must spend a fortune in fuel alone before making just a few quid on something. Not worth it in my opinion.

I used to love Bargain Hunt!!?
I ve watched it right from early-on
but I've noticed a big change in the program for maybe 3 years now.
It's gone down hill dramatically!
Namely because of rubbish new
so-called experts .... Irita Whatshername & others so memorable I've forgotten their names!!
Furthermore the calibre of the contestants has dramatically diminished
Too many silly wannabes who just want to get their faces on tut telly.
The celebrity version is no better, with God help us! With even worse...... Love Islanders taking part with their blubbery fake lips & botox!
"I want the World to stop",
Modernlife is complete rubbish. 😡

ginny

I do agree about the over excitement . However what really annoys me is the percentage that the contestants get taken off. Most of them would not make any money if they were charged as most people would be.

Everyone is expected to haggle at these places.
No one pays the full price since most of it is tat coming from house clear.

I really like Antiques Road trip, especially as it sometimes goes to shops that I go to, too ( they went to Etal a while back and I’d just been there) but I can’t stand Bargain Hunt. Always have hated it. Not sure why

Sky dancer I quite agree, but, how much do the Auction Houses get paid for hosting?

Does anyone ever make a profit?

Same here, Cabbie21. But I still watch it. I hate it when the contestants shout and jump about at the auction. If I was the auctioneer I’d tell them to be quiet.