Antiques

Inchbald mood board

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Carmarthen Flea Market (29th June 2014)

Fairs and auctions taking place around the UK in September 2021

The unveiling of the plaque for actor Sir John Gielgud

What are English Heritage Blue Plaques?

Butter stamps from the collection of Sue Hamilton, @brocante_victoria on Instagram.

Collecting antique butter moulds

Honey pot collection belonging to James Hamill, Master Beekeeper and Founder of The Hive Honey Shop.

Collecting antique honey pots

A big ammonite sits at the bottom of a chest of drawers

How to have your antiques insured

A selection of antique blue and white china on a mantlepiece. Photography by Katya de Grunwald

How to get an antique valued

A selection of antique dining chairs at Clevedon Salesroom. Photography by Jesse Wild

What is an antique?

Blue and white Chinese Ginger Jar

Discover the history of the Chinese ginger jar

The best picnic accessories for summer 2021. Image: Polly Wreford

Picnic baskets and accessories for summer 2021

Two blue Wedgwood Jasperware vases shot against a burnt orange background

Wedgwood Jasperware: everything you need to know

A collection of antique and vintage valentine's cards

The history of Valentine’s Day cards and the best to buy this year

Isobel at The Hoarding Hare specialises in decorative vintage homewares.

How to buy antiques on Instagram

The main dining room at Aynhoe Park © Dreweatts

The eclectic contents of Aynhoe Park to be sold at auction

Antique silver napkin rings on white frilly napkins

Collecting Guides

Antique napkin rings: how to collect and where to buy