She explained: "Mostly with the family, doing something outdoorsy. But I love reading and watching films. One of the UK’s best known auctioneers, Charles is famous for his appearances on BBC’s Bargain Hunt, Antiques Road Trip and Flog it. It's not known what the 53-year-old auctioneer will be working on next, however, it's clear the presenter will be missed on the BBC show which has been running since 2000. His love for the show and antiques are clear to see as Laidlaw has been taking part since the early days of his career in the world of auctions. And when it comes to finding a gem, he says: ‘Forget all the rules and buy what you love. The chances are someone else will love it too.’ Gary Pe

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MORE : TV presenter Miquita Oliver on her passion for finding second-hand clothes bargains in charity shops (and how it makes her feel closer to her family) I was co-presenting the BBC’s Street Auction when the boss at Bargain Hunt called me, asking me to consider a screen test. I feel very fortunate to be involved in such a British television institution. He wrote: "Re: Bargain Hunt. What can I say - huge and grateful thanks everyone for your comments, likes and shares after my post yesterday announcing that I'm leaving @BBCBargainHunt I'm bowled over by your kind words and they're so very appreciated." Naturally, I would be playing in centre midfield for Arsenal. However, the pull of antiques was just way too strong!Charlie appears on television as an antiques expert on the BBC programs Bargain Hunt, Flog It!, Antiques Road Trip and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. He is among the four regular presenters on Bargain Hunt. He has conducted the Pebble Beach Vintage Car Auction in California, United States, and the Scottsdale Auction in Arizona for Gooding and Company. Charlie also regularly appears in this role in episodes of the TV show Chasing Classic Cars. I try not to anymore! I used to collect loads… football programmes, toys, vinyl, ceramics, but I tend to spend my money on the kids instead of me these days.

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Charles is a registered surveyor and an auctioneer – first joining Bargain Hunt as an expert in 2002. He tweeted: " Bargain Hunt Announcement: After 15 happy years on @BBCBargainHunt I've decided, now is the time to move on and hang up my golden gavels (I do have a few, I promise!) Thanks for the fun and memories. Cheers and keep watching! David." Bargain Hunt auctioneer Jonathan Pratt previously worked at Sotheby’s Sussex (Picture: BBC Studios) The following year, the Bargain Hunt star set up Laidlaw Auctioneers and Valuers which he still runs today.

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It’s all just stuff in the end, I firmly believe in the Buddhist principle that it’s the wanting of material objects which leads to unhappiness. That said, I’m an addict." Rounders in the park, pitch-and-putt at the golf course, walking in the Lakes, hi-jinks at the pool, that’s happy me. Oh, and cooking."

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Marshmallows. Usually, I eat them secretly when the children aren’t looking, otherwise we would get through hundreds! Laidlaw added how "in truth, I miss my family" but still loves the "fun-but-serious" world of the Bargain Hunting." Her first book To Steal a Heart has just been released by publisher Loveswept and her second, called A Raven’s Heart, will come out in August. Antiques expert and artist David has been appearing on TV antiques shows since 2005, first appearing on Channel 4’s Natural Born Dealers. Expert Stephanie began her love of antiques as a child – when she became obsessed with collecting stamps aged 10.

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I always prefer an outside fair, as I like being able to rummage through the larger stalls where it feels like even the stall holder isn’t completely sure what they have. Every time I turn up at a fair I expect to find ‘that’ item which will make my team rich… but I’m still waiting! The pair is said to have first crossed paths while Kate worked at Auctioneers and Valuers Brightwells in Hereford. Since 2018, he’s been the Managing Director of Dreweatts – previously working at Sotheby’s Sussex and Bellmans. Danny Sebastian Mostly with the family, doing something outdoorsy, but I love reading and watching films. I snatch short bursts of ‘me time’, usually early in the morning in the week, when I exercise, running with our loopy labrador or doing pilates. I do love a good cook, whether baking or doing a big meal for family and friends. It can be a bit hit and miss with me though, and the children love reminding me of my disasters in the kitchen! David Harper has been a regular face on the BBC for many years now, having fronted the likes of Bargain Hunt, Through the Keyhole and Antiques Road Trip.