Vintage

Auction

New Auction House Debuts in Taunton with Exciting First Sale

A brand-new auction house in Taunton is set to hold its inaugural sale next week. Westcountry Auctions is launching its very first live auction event both online and in-person, marking a vibrant addition to the region’s …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Auction

New Taunton Auction House Launches Inaugural Sale

Westcountry Auctions, a fresh addition to Taunton’s vibrant auction scene, is set to hold its inaugural sale next week. The live auction will take place on Saturday, August 16, at their new saleroom located in Courtlands …

By Tommy Wathen · · 1 min read

Circus

Circus Fan’s Lifetime Archive Wows Bidders at Auction

Ken Rattenbury, a Bridport resident and lifelong circus enthusiast, saw his extraordinary archive of vintage circus memorabilia captivate collectors at an auction this June. The extensive collection, sold by Lawrences …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Classic

Legendary's Last Ride: The Armstrong Siddeley Hurricane

An iconic piece of motoring history is set to make its mark once again as the vintage Armstrong Siddeley Hurricane, once belonging to the legendary Sir Malcolm Campbell, is scheduled for auction in Somerset this June, over 75 …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Silver

Rare Silver Coffee Biggin by Paul Storr to Go Under the Hammer

A rare silver ‘coffee Biggin’ by legendary British silversmith Paul Storr is poised to spark excitement at an upcoming auction. The early 19th-century piece, esteemed at £4,000 to £6,000, will be showcased in a specialist …

By Tommy Wathen · · 1 min read

Sherborne

Discovering Sherborne: The Best Place to Live in the UK

Sherborne, a market town with idyllic charm just a stone’s throw from Devon, was hailed as one of Britain’s “best places to live” by The Sunday Times. Nestled in north-west Dorset, Sherborne exudes historical enchantment with …

By Tommy Wathen · · 3 min read