Tim Wonnacott has stepped down from BBC1's Bargain Hunt following his suspension after an alleged altercation with the show's producers. He joined Bargain Hunt back in 2002 and works as an auctioneer. Former Bargain Hunt host Tim Wonnacott is moving to Australia with his wife Helen to film more TV shows.

Why is Tim Wonnacott moving to Australia?

Its appeal in Australia is such that Tim travelled to Australia to make five special Bargain Hunt Down Under programmes which were shown in Britain to much acclaim in 2012. Tim currently narrates BBC2's hit shows Antiques Road Trip - now in its 15th series, and Celebrity Antiques Roadtrip.

Who died Antique Road Trip?

The Antiques Road Trip team has learned of the very sad passing of David Barby, one of daytime TV's best-loved antiques experts. David died in hospital in Coventry on Wednesday 25 July following a short illness, with his family at his bedside. David was a much loved figure to millions of viewers of Antiques Road Trip.

Do contestants get paid on Bargain Hunt?

Usually there would be commission to be paid on the proceeds of the sale, but for simplicity Bargain Hunt will award each team the difference between the hammer price and purchase price for all the objects - your three items and the expert's Bonus Buy if you took it on. No.

Why has Thomas plant changed his surname to Forrester?

The most obvious theory is that he changed his name after getting married to Jessica Forrester, a fellow auctioneer. ... Though his fans will likely always know him as Thomas Plant, the famous TV auctioneer with encyclopedic knowledge about antiques, in truth his name is now Thomas Forrrester.

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Why does Thomas plant call himself Forrester?

While he first appeared on Bargain Hunt as Thomas Plant, in recent years the expert has used the name Thomas Forrester. ... While the reason for his name change has yet to be confirmed, one theory is that Thomas decided to change it after marrying Jessica Forrester, who is also an antiques expert.

What happened to James Lewis auctioneer?

Popular auctioneer James Lewis 'died' for 10 minutes when he suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed near Leek.

What happened to Mark Stacey?

In the 25 years since he turned to the antiques trade, Mark has worked for some prestigious auction houses including Bonhams as a general valuer and regional representative, and Sotheby's, where he began specialising in the ceramics department. Nowadays Mark works for himself as an independent valuer and auctioneer.

What happened to Eric Knowles son?

The son of Antiques Roadshow expert Eric Knowles has been killed in a motorway crash. Seb Knowles died on the M40 in Buckinghamshire around 3.30am on Friday after his Mercedes collided with a lorry near Beaconsfield. ... The 53-year-old sole occupant of the lorry was unharmed.

Is Elizabeth Talbot married to Michael Baggott?

Elizabeth's passion for antiques grew out of a childhood love of history. ... As well as being a regular on Flog It!, Elizabeth is a resident antiques expert on BBC Radio Norfolk. She is married to Michael Talbot and the proud mother of twin girls.

Who is the most successful expert on bargain hunt?

Bargain Hunt expert Charles Hanson secured a whopping £390,000 fee for the 18th Century find, originating from China, in what he described as "the most important item I've ever sold".

Why is Tim no longer on Bargain Hunt?

On 16 September 2015, it was reported that he was no longer to host Bargain Hunt for personal reasons, after an alleged disagreement with producers.

When did Tim leave Bargain Hunt?

Father-of-three Wonnacott, of Horsham, West Sussex, left Bargain Hunt in 2015 after 12 years and 1,200 shows. Bargain s-Hunt for antique show TV presenter 13 comments ANTIQUES expert Tim Wonnacott arrived in historic Harwich with a Bargain Shunt when he crashed into a line of cars.

Who is Tim Weeks married to?

Having fun and lots of madness with my wife Alexa and two children Albie and Bella.

Is Danny from bargain hunt married?

Danny lives in his vintage emporium home in Wellingborough with his partner Joanne and three daughters.

What does Natasha Raskin sharps husband do?

Natasha, 35, has been married to husband Joe Sharp for five years. The pair tied the knot in 2016 in a small ceremony in Scotland after striking up a romance behind the scenes of the BBC daytime show where Joe works as a producer and director.

Why did James Lewis leave Antiques Road Trip?

Mr Lewis said it has been suggested to him that he may have picked up a virus on one of his African trips, because in 2013 he had to cancel the final day's filming for the BBC programme Antiques Road Trip after pains and a shortness of breath was detected by a local hospital as a heart problem.

Is James Lewis ill?

James Lewis suffered a cardiac arrest - but was brought round by a stranger. The 46-year-old collapsed and was duly saved by a Good Samaritan.

Who is Caroline Hawley husband?

When she's not enjoying French cuisine, countryside and culture, Caroline is working the rostrum at her auction house in Beverley alongside her husband John, who is also her business partner.