Halfway through their antique-scouring odyssey across the British Isles, Antiques Road Trip’s Catherine Southon and Ishy Khan find themselves in Gloucestershire, wallets bulging and competitive spirits simmering. Wednesday’s installment, “Jewel-Spangled Dealers,” takes them to the elegant spa town of Cheltenham and the historic Roman hub of Cirencester—two locales ripe for uncovering hidden treasures. But will their finds translate into auction triumphs?
In Cheltenham, Catherine indulges in what the BBC tantalizingly calls a “posh purchase”—because nothing says “high-stakes antiques hunting” like a bit of retail therapy. Meanwhile, Ishy, never one to be outdone, reportedly unearths a “golden find” in Cirencester. Are these descriptions mere marketing fluff or signs of genuine auction gold? Viewers will have to tune in to find out.
Beyond the usual wheeling and dealing, “Jewel-Spangled Dealers” takes a detour into the realm of local lore. Catherine explores the Gloucestershire origins of a well-known tune—a welcome respite from the relentless quest for profit. Will this cultural interlude provide inspiration, or will it simply be a charming distraction from the main event: the auction showdown?
With fortunes hanging in the balance, the episode culminates in the all-important auction, where Catherine and Ishy’s finds face the ultimate test. Who will emerge victorious in this mid-trip melee? Will it be Catherine’s posh Cheltenham acquisition or Ishy’s Cirencester gold?
Tune in to BBC One on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at 4:30 PM to witness the antique-appraising action unfold.
