Cash In The Attic

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  • 2021
  • 7 Seasons
  • 6.3  (161)

Cash In The Attic was a popular British television series that aired on BBC One from 2002 to 2012. The show followed a team of experts as they searched people's homes for valuable hidden treasures that could fetch a tidy sum at auction. The team consisted of three presenters over the show's decade-long run: Jennie Bond, Ben Fogle, and Lorne Spicer. Bond, a former royal correspondent, acted as the main host for the first six series, while Fogle, an adventurer and presenter, took over for the next three. Spicer, a consumer affairs journalist, rounded out the show's final series.

Each episode of Cash In The Attic featured a different household or family who were looking to raise money for a specific purpose, such as a new car, a dream holiday, or home improvements. The experts would come into the house and rummage through the attic, garage, and other areas to see if any valuable items could be found.

It was common for the team to uncover some real treasures during their searches, including rare antiques, valuable collectibles, and even lost artworks. Once an object was deemed valuable enough, it was taken to a local auction house where it would be sold off to the highest bidder.

While the auction was always the main focus of the show, Cash In The Attic also provided an interesting insight into the people and their lives. The presenters would take time to talk with the homeowners about their reasons for wanting to raise money and their personal histories. The programme also showcased the team's expertise as they identified and appraised the various items they found.

Over the years, the show became well-known for its quirky and eccentric characters, both among the homeowners and the team of experts. Many of the people they encountered had fascinating stories to tell, and some of the items they discovered were true one-of-a-kind finds.

Throughout its long run, Cash In The Attic maintained a high level of popularity and became a staple of daytime television. It won several awards, including a Royal Television Society Award for Best Daytime Programme.

In addition to its value as entertainment, Cash In The Attic also served as a useful guide for people who were looking to raise money by selling their own items at auction. The programme offered tips on how to research the value of antiques, how to prepare items for sale, and how to navigate the auction process.

In conclusion, Cash In The Attic was a popular and long-running television series that followed a team of experts as they searched people's homes for valuable hidden treasures that could fetch a tidy sum at auction. The show was entertaining and informative, offering a fascinating insight into people's lives and the world of auctions. It was well-loved by audiences and considered a classic of daytime television.

Cash In The Attic is a series that is currently running and has 7 seasons (62 episodes). The series first aired on September 11, 2021.

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Allert / Ryan
30. Allert / Ryan
 
Carol Allert is still working at 71 years old. Her husband died in 1996, and since that date she has not been able to see a top Westend show.
Godfrey
29. Godfrey
 
With eight children and three grandchildren, Richard and Eileen want to raise funds to have professional photographs taken of their brood.
Zeffman
28. Zeffman
 
Shirley Zeffman rummages through her North London home in search of £1,500 worth of precious pieces to take to auction.
Hiscox & Mortimer
27. Hiscox & Mortimer
 
The Cash team tackles the homes of costume jewelery collector Wendy Hiscox and her friend, Nancy Mortimer. The ladies are funding a lavish day out.
Caswell
26. Caswell
 
The Cash team comes to the aid of Lynda Caswell, a retired actress who needs to raise £1,500 to convert her garage into an art studio.
Greenwood
25. Greenwood
March 13, 2007
Shirley and Stan Greenwood are celebrating 50 years of marriage, and they want to spoil themselves with a luxury break at a top London hotel.
Hodge
24. Hodge
March 12, 2007
Angie faces the task of going through all of her recently deceased mother's collectables, antiques and belongings to rasie money for a new car.
Paling
23. Paling
March 9, 2007
Pat Paling has a collection of pottery, and she has called in the Cash team to rummage through her home to raise money for new conservatory furniture.
Lutton
22. Lutton
October 31, 2006
Trish needs help raising money for a bigger and better aviary for her five cockatiels. She hopes the team will uncover some gems in her charming home.
Pady
21. Pady
October 30, 2006
The Cash team are called in to help Jan Pady raise the £800 she needs to hone her skills on an advanced home cookery course.
Larsen-Edgar
20. Larsen-Edgar
October 27, 2006
Debbie Larsen-Edgar has called on the Cash team to go through her home to raise the money she needs to pay for her daughter's driving lessons.
Gray
19. Gray
October 26, 2006
Jean Gray is selling up and starting a new life in a charming cottage in Brittany, but first she wants to raise £1,000 for a wood-burning stove.
Mitchell
18. Mitchell
October 25, 2006
Ruth and Ken are moving from the Scottish Highlands to Spain. The couple needs £1,000 so they can drive their two dogs and cats to their new home.
Muntas
17. Muntas
October 24, 2006
Nina suffers from a heart condition that makes it difficult for her to get around. She's hoping to raise £800 so she can upgrade her mobility scooter.
Panter
16. Panter
October 23, 2006
Delia Panter's eldest daughter, 17-year-old Clare, would like her own car so that she doesn't have to keep asking her mum to take her friends around.
Houghton
15. Houghton
October 20, 2006
Mark Houghton traveled the world with the British Army. Now settled down, he wants to raise money to spring a surprise family reunion on his parents.
Povey
14. Povey
 
Buddy's husband, X, has transformed their garden into an urban oasis. Yet they still need £1,000 to apply the finishing touch to X's hard work.
Dollimore
13. Dollimore
October 17, 2006
Due to John's ill health, his wife, Vivienne, has been a tower of strength. John wants to show his appreciation by treating her to a luxurious break.
Traylen
12. Traylen
October 18, 2006
Peter Traylen has decided it's time to part with part of his clock collection. He wants to raise money to send his mother on a trip for her birthday.
Larsen
11. Larsen
October 16, 2006
The Cash team is invited to the home of globetrotting former tennis champ Scynthia Larsen, who's amassed a collection of great objects in her travels.
Booth
10. Booth
October 13, 2006
Globertrotter Geoffrey suffered a stroke. He aims to raise money for a mobility aid that will allow him and his wife to continue their travels.
McDonald
9. McDonald
October 12, 2006
Jean's Volkswagen Beetle has served as all three of her children's first car and is now showing signs of strain. Jean hopes to restore the car.
Excell
8. Excell
October 11, 2006
Anne Excell wants to raise funds for a special treat for her grandchildren: a children's book she has written in which they are the main characters.
Born Free
7. Born Free
October 10, 2006
Actress and wildlife conservationist Virgina McKenna has called the Cash team to raise funds for two special projects of the Born Free foundation.
Buchanan
6. Buchanan
October 9, 2006
When Sarah has a few moments to herself, she likes nothing more than playing her piano. But it needs restoration to get it sounding like it used to.
Bowling
5. Bowling
October 6, 2006
Isobel Bowling wants to sell her heirlooms so she can convert her attic into an office and design a sensory garden for children with special needs.
Guyonvarch
4. Guyonvarch
October 5, 2006
Simone Guyonvarch and her mother, Irene, live in the suburbs of Surrey. Simone needs help decluttering her lovely home to raise funds for a soirée.
Miles
3. Miles
October 4, 2006
Rachel Miles volunteered to do the flowers for her son's wedding day. She's planned all the details -- now she just needs the money to make it happen!
Page
2. Page
May 13, 2003
Pat's home is full of antiques acquired over years of working at Christie's auction house. She is raising money to upholster her living room suite.
Withy
1. Withy
October 2, 2006
Retired charity worker Barbara Withy goes through her late husband's collectibles to take to the skies and fulfill her ambition to learn how to fly.
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Where to Watch Cash In The Attic
Cash In The Attic is available for streaming on the BBC One website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Cash In The Attic on demand at Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    September 11, 2021
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (161)