Paul Martin's Antiques Showdown

Paul Martin's Antiques Showdown is a TV show on Channel 5. The collector-dealer travels the UK to pit his auctioneering skills against rivals. The program has been available since 2024. A total of 79 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in September 2025.
Last broadcast:19/09/2025 at 04:00
Last episode
50:00


Paul Martin's Antiques Showdown
Paul and David Elstob must pick up a bonus big ticket item that could change everything.
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In Harrogate Paul and David Elstob try to find items they can flip for profit at auction.


Paul takes on antiques heavyweight David Elstob in his own backyard of North Yorkshire.


The experts choose between an African birthing chair and a set of Cecil Aldin prints.


Paul and Jessica's options include a 60s Super 8 camera and a porcelain doll collection.


The auctioneers choose between a vintage port and a reproduction 17th century fireback.


It's the final auction in Oxfordshire, as Paul takes on local antiques legend Tom Keane.


Rivals compete for an silver tea set, a cast iron planter and a 17th century barrel.


Will either auctioneer be tempted by a teak carving, or a pair of Victorian jelly moulds?


Will the auctioneers Accept or Reject a 19th century scent bottle, or a bust of Napoleon?


Auctions are always a surprise, so who will triumph in today's auction showdown?


Paul and Isabel race around the Derwentside Antique Store to find hidden treasures.


Paul Martin takes on one of Derbyshire's leading antique experts, Isabel Murtough.


In their first challenge, Paul and Jessica assess items brought in by Lincolnshire locals.