The Travelling Auctioneers: Diamond in the Rough (BBC One Thursday 11 January 2024)

In this episode of The Travelling Auctioneers, Peter and Lisa find themselves faced with the task of selling inherited items left in their cramped house after Peter’s widowed mother’s passing. Determined to make the most of the situation, the couple plans to raise money through auctions to renovate their garden and create a space where their entire family can come together.

Among the items they uncover is a briefcase containing a coin collection amassed over 70 years by Peter’s father. Auctioneer Christina Trevanion makes an exciting discovery during her investigation, finding a rare, pure gold £2 coin that is bound to attract bidders on auction day. Additionally, Peter’s mother’s jewelry reveals a potentially valuable ring with a large stone that Christina suspects could be a diamond. If confirmed, this discovery could bring in a significant sum at the auction.

Restoration expert Robin Johnson stumbles upon an attractive but damaged drinks cabinet hidden behind the lawnmower in the garden shed. The question arises – is it beyond repair? Alongside the drinks cabinet, Robin uncovers a surprise find: a motorbike covered with a tarpaulin that even owner Peter was unaware of. The team faces a race against time to restore the motorbike to its former glory before auction day.

The pressure is on auctioneer Christina as she takes to the rostrum. With the items restored by Robin, she aims to fetch enough money at the auction to fund the garden renovation. The big question remains – will the Travelling Auctioneers receive an invitation back to Peter and Lisa’s house for a celebratory barbecue feast?

Don’t miss The Travelling Auctioneers on BBC One at 4:30 pm on January 11, 2024, as Peter and Lisa embark on their journey to sell their inherited items and transform their garden in the episode titled “Diamond in the Rough.”