Antiques

UK auctions calendar for March, April and May 2026
Key antiques and interiors auctions around the UK in March, April and May 2026

Discover the secrets behind film and TV's most stunning period dramas
Period-drama season is upon us, and as viewers are transported by the sumptuous costumes and award-winning performances, we sneak beyond the sets to discover the hectic realm of sourcing antique props for TV and film

The sweet (and sometimes savage) history of Valentine’s Day cards
Tokens of love are a pleasure to receive and Valentine's Day cards from yesteryear are a treasure to cherish

Best range cookers for 2024
Cook up a storm this year with one of these beautiful range cookers

11 scandalous antiques that prove the past was naughtier than you think
A mischievous look at the objects that kept desire alive through the ages
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11 scandalous antiques that prove the past was naughtier than you think
A mischievous look at the objects that kept desire alive through the ages

The low-effort guide to turning your collections into cash
Antiques expert Luke Honey answers your questions...

The one DIY mistake that will instantly devalue your antique furniture
Antiques expert Luke Honey answers your questions...

Tour Josh Widdicombe’s breathtaking Cornish home – then book your own stay in it
From a showstopping deVOL kitchen to a heated natural pool, this Cornish bolthole owned by Josh Widdicombe and Rose Hanson is Cornwall’s most stylish rental

Our March issue is out now!
Pick up a copy of the March issue and discover how biophilic design can transform a room, plus travel inspiration and a round-up of UK antiques fairs
Antiques News

Inside the Grand Tour: Step inside the stately homes powering a major new exhibition
Three of Britain’s great stately homes – Holkham Hall, Burghley House, and Woburn Abbey – have opened up their collections for an ambitious new exhibition at the Mauritshuis in The Hague

Hold the past in your hands: Inside the new V&A East Storehouse, where you can handle historic artefacts

A vibrant Victorian villa in Hastings
This 19th-century Hastings villa has been embellished with brilliant colour, fascinating collections and unique pieces, all of which reflect the lives and interests
of its creative owners. Feature Sharon Parsons. Photographs Richard Gadsby
Collecting

A pickled 'alien' and haunted paintings: These are the UK's 10 weirdest auction buys
From unusual Ozzy Osbourne memorabilia to bizarre (and questionable) curiosities, Polly Allen explores the most unexpected items snapped up in online auctions

Love mid-century style? These six UK shops are absolute goldmines
From iconic teak sideboards to retro lighting and rare statement pieces, here’s where to hunt down the very best mid-century finds across the UK

Stunning photos that tell dark stories, from French nuclear testing to World War II – and how to own a piece of history yourself
Vintage photographs taken for newspapers and magazines are little pieces of history, says Austin Farahar, head of photographica at Chiswick Auctions
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Create a quintessential English country kitchen with these easy ideas to steal
We show you how to create an idyllic countryside look in your kitchen in 10 easy steps

A guide to British studio ceramics and pottery
Studio pottery by the biggest names of the 20th century is surprisingly affordable – and it’s a great way to start a dynamic new collection. Photographs Katya de Grunwald. Styling Sally Denning

10 ways to display art in your home
We take a fresh look at creating unique displays of antique, vintage and contemporary wall art. Welcome to the gallery…

