The Gavel and The Gabble

Harry and Simon share entertaining stories and expert insights from the auction world. From hilarious valuation day moments to tips on starting your own auction house, this episode explores the thril…

Harry and Simon sit down with Alan Avery, Business Development Director at Bidpath, to explore the hidden world of government auctions — from seized assets to proceeds-of-crime sales. Alan shares his…

Harry discusses the recent auction sale at Windsor, highlighting various items, their bidding outcomes with the aid of clips from the auction house, and the unique challenges faced during the auction…

Izzy Balmer shares her journey from a geography degree to becoming a prominent auctioneer and fixture on television, appearing on shows such as Bargain Hunt. She discusses her early experiences in th…

Harry and Simon are having technical difficulties, which is why Harry is recording from a cupboard. Nevertheless the pair chat about customer interactions, jobs being double booked, and the fun of fi…

Harry and Simon discuss their experiences in the auction world, sharing anecdotes from valuation days, showcasing unique items coming up for sale, and debating the importance of viewing days. The cha…

Ben Tucker shares the inspiring story of Re:store, a community interest company born out of the COVID-19 lockdown in Seaton. Ben discusses Re:store's mission to support vulnerable individuals through…

Harry and Simon discuss their recent experiences at Windsor Auctions, highlighting notable lots, including a turntable and a 19th-century beer tankard, and reflect on the resurgence of brown furnitur…

Harry and Simon discuss various topics related to the auction world, including the unpredictable weather leading up to an auction, unexpected encounters during valuation days, and the differences bet…

Harry and Simon discuss their experiences in the auction world, touching on the challenges of transparency in valuations, the dilemmas of storing family heirlooms, and the importance of community sup…

Recently we lost a dear friend and much beloved member of the antiques industry. Michael Baggott was kind enough to appear on the podcast multiple times to share his knowledge and his humour. In this…

Harry and Simon reflect on the recent passing of their friend and industry expert Michael Baggott. They share anecdotes from their recent auction experiences, discussing the surprising resurgence of …

Kirsten of YouTube channel Kirsten's Curiosities joins Harry and Simon to share her journey from running a newsagent to becoming a successful reseller of vintage items. She discusses the evolution of…

Harry and Simon discuss the chilly conditions you face in auction houses, share amusing anecdotes about eccentric customers, and delve into the current trends in auction items. They reflect on the im…

David Brindley, Managing Director of CAGP and CEO of Bidpath joins Harry and Simon this week. David shares his extensive experience in the industrial and commercial auction industry, discussing the d…

Happy New Year from The Gavel & The Gabble! Harry and Simon return to reflect on the successes of 2024, including the sale of Starbug One, and discuss their predictions for the auction market in 2025…

Sasha Wilkins shares her remarkable journey from a fashion career to becoming a successful antiques dealer. She discusses her early experiences in the fashion industry, the transition to digital entr…

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all you lovely listeners from everyone at The Gavel & The Gabble, Windsor Auctions, and Lyme Bay Auctions. We hope you don't mind us taking a break but we'll b…

Celebrity antiques TV personality Roo Irvine joins Harry and Simon as a festive treat for you lucky listeners. Roo shares her unexpected journey from the corporate world to becoming an expert in anti…

Matt Ball, the publishing director of the Antiques Trade Gazette, reflects on the auction industry's performance over the past year. He discusses the optimism within the market, highlights significan…