UNFORTUNATELY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO A FAMILY BEREAVEMENT

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A witty, entertaining look at the world of Antiques with one of its best raconteurs. In the first half Eric shares stories about his life in antiques, and in the second half he will talk about some of the objects brought in by the audience.

As well as being a recognised expert in his chosen field, Eric is a TV presenter and well-known face in the world of antiques, particularly to viewers of the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow and Antiques Master. He has a natural talent that enables him to share his considerable knowledge in a way that is exciting and easy to understand.

Eric was born in Nelson in 1953 and worked in both engineering and for a firm of antique shippers in the early 1970’s. His love of antiques, inherited from his parents, came to the fore in 1976, when he joined Bonham’s, the London auctioneers, working first as a porter in the ceramics’ department, before becoming head of the department in 1981.

As well as presenting and appearing on radio and TV, he has written books on subjects such as Victoriana, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Royal Memorabilia.

• If you have an item that you’d like to bring along for Eric to possibly discuss in his show, please make sure you arrive by 1 pm. Only one item per person and please note you bring it along at your own risk….