David Dickinson hosts from Aintree Racecourse as James Layte splashes out for a portrait.

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David Dickinson hosts from Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool as a bargain buy gets an amazing profit and dealer James Layte splashes out for an extraordinary portrait.

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David and his dealers pitch up in Stoke on Trent.

Stoke on Trent

David and his dealers pitch up in Stoke on Trent, where Tim Hogarth falls for an art nouveau mirror and Fay Rutter meets some familiar piggy banks. Plus, Stewart Hofgartner breaks out the big notes for a rare gold watch.

The Duke and the sellers paint the town red in Hartlepool.

Hartlepool

The Duke and the sellers paint the town red in Hartlepool. Hoggy's admirers don't mince their words, Karen's kept on her toes by one of the youngest sellers the den's ever seen and David's left gasping in disbelief at auction.

Llangollen plays host to the dealer's den. Fay Rutter is maid up over a milking stool.

Llangollen

Llangollen plays host to the dealer's den. Fay Rutter is maid up over a milking stool, and as a painter, Alison Chapman makes a very good antiques dealer. Whereas, Simon Schneider gets hot under the collar over a saucy film poster.

David and his Dealers' Den visit Blackpool, where Tracy Thackray-Howitt gets cheeked.

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David and his Dealers' Den visits Blackpool, where Tracy Thackray-Howitt gets a very cheeky chappy, Jo Brayshaw gets flattered into parting with her cash and - for once - a tableful of bling doesn't do it for Henry Nicholls.

Milton Keynes plays host to the dealer's den.

Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes plays host to the dealer's den. David Ford gets cracking with a huge ceramic egg deal, Tracy pays out big for a gold cigarette case and some Iranian portraits in gold make Mark Stevens break out the fifties.

The dealers den winds up in Wolverhampton.

Wolverhampton

The dealers den winds up in Wolverhampton. It's dinner for one when a Vienna plate comes to Tony Geering's table, Henry Nicholls is led a merry dance over some gold, and Karen Dalmeny gets to wear some very fetching head gear.

Bridlington plays host to the dealer's den.

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Bridlington plays host to the dealer's den. Alys Dobbie is dazzled by emeralds, Tim Hogarth can't decide if he's discovered a masterpiece; and what connects Stewart Hofgartner, Windsor Castle and a skip? You'll have to watch to find out.

Middlesbrough plays host to the dealer's den.

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough plays host to the dealer's den. Tony Geering's dancing on the table; an oboe is music to Corrie Jeffrey's ears and Jo Brayshaw breaks the bank for a haul of gold.

Solihull

The dealers den pitches up in Solihull, where Simon Schneider gets into a movie poster shoot out. Plus, Fay Rutter eyes up a gent's Rolex and Henry Nicholls spends cash to not own some saucy postcards - and there's an emotional end to the auction.

The dealers' den pitches up in Milton Keynes.

The dealers' den pitches up in Milton Keynes, where a seller makes a 1,000 per cent profit out of Tracy Thackeray-Howitt, Mark Stevens gets some gold to really smile about and David Ford gets a happy ending, going home with his own Disney prints.

Wolverhampton in the West Midlands plays host to the dealer's den.

Wolverhampton in the West Midlands plays host to the dealer's den. Simon Schneider gets all tongue tied over a Scottish drinking vessel.

David and his dealers pitch up in Bridlington.

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David and his dealers pitch up in Bridlington, where there's a tale of death by turnip for Cheryl Hakeney, Alys Dobbie goes on a fishing expedition for some vintage flies and Tim Hogarth considers opening a toy shop.

Solihull plays host to the dealers' den. Henry Nicholls marches off with a military watch, Jan Keyne gets a lesson in profit making, Simon Schneider gets an offer he can refuse and Fay Rutter gets all hot and bothered when faced with 35 sovereigns.

The Tropicana in Weston-super-Mare plays host to the dealers' den.

Weston

The Tropicana in Weston-super-Mare plays host to the dealers' den. Mark Stevens parts with the pounds to pay for a plane ride.

David and his Dealers Den land in Llandudno.

Llandudno

David and his Dealers Den land in Llandudno. James Layte show his devilish side with a glass toasting fork and Alison Chapman hopes to clean up with a wash stand set.

David and his dealers set up shop in Milton Keynes.

David and his dealers set up shop in Milton Keynes, and Stewart Hofgartner is over-paying, again. Mark Steven and David Ford fight over a tin-plate toy car, and Tracy Thackray-Howitt gets a table full of Cartier trinkets.

James pursues a Roald Dahl classic in Hartlepool.

Hartlepool is alive with the sound of music. The Duke croons to Barbra Streisand, Hoggy lays his hands on a huge organ and despite James' best intentions, a Roald Dahl classic climbs to dizzy heights at auction.

David and the team are in Milton Keynes. Mark Stevens gets his hands on a dazzling diamond ring and Stewart Hofgartner gets some postcards worth writing home about. Plus, Golden-Girl Tracy Thackray-Howitt takes on vases and watches.

Stoke on Trent plays host to the dealer's den.

Stoke on Trent plays host to the dealer's den. Debbie Serpell isn't Meissen about whilst Stewart Hofgartner thinks some novelty nutcrackers are sweet. There's more gold for Tim Hogarth, and Fay Rutter takes on mother, daughter and a pet ferret.

David and his dealers set up shop in Wolverhampton.

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David and his dealers set up shop in Wolverhampton. A 300-year-old book turns up on Simon Schneider's table and Karen Dalmeny is on the prowl for paintings. Henry Nicholls gets hold of a dazzling diamond ring, but can he pocket it?

David and his dealers head to Stoke-on-Trent.

Stoke-on-Trent is home to David and his dealers, where Stewart Hofgartner gets something that really rings his bell and Tim Hogarth spies a French biscuit poster.

David and his dealer den lands in Wolverhampton.

David and his team lands in Wolverhampton. Henry Nicholls picks up a couple of paintings with very different price tags, Tony Geering takes on a troublesome twosome.

The dealers set up shop in Stoke on Trent, where Debbie Serpell slogs for a footstool.

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The dealers set up shop in Stoke on Trent. Debbie Serpell works hard getting hold of an elephant footstool, and Tim Hogarth overpays for a warren of bunnies.

The dealers den pitches up in Blackpool, where Fay Rutter gets a piece of possessed wood.

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The dealers den pitches up in Blackpool, where Fay Rutter gets a piece of possessed wood. A knight on horseback fails to woo Jo Brayshaw, but some Lalique does. Henry Nicholls goes on an epic quest in search of The Hobbit - and gets lost.

David and his dealers set up stall in Blackpool.

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David and his dealers set up stall in Blackpool. Tracy Thackray-Howitt calls time on a railway clock and a husband and wife team take our dealers to the cleaners.

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Blackpool plays host to the Dealers Den. Some early Christmas glitz comes to Tracy Thackray-Howitt, but Jo Brayshaw's in the dark over some aviation photos. Henry Nicholls gets more than he bargained for with two gold coins.

There's a right carry-on in Hartlepool this time.

There's a right carry-on in Hartlepool this time. James is left red faced trying to buy some saucy film posters, Karen enjoys a serenade and the Duke stitches Hoggy up, leaving him lumbered with a huge chest.

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The den is awash with tough customers. Tim Hogarth nearly loses his shirt over a stash of gold, Alys Dobbie is given a run for her money in one of the longest haggles in history, and Stewart Hofgartner finds himself a not-so-secret admirer.

Bridlington is home to David and his dealers.

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Bridlington is home to David and his dealers. Cheryl Hakeney loses her cool over a stunning jewellery box; Stewart Hofgartner loses his way with a railway poster; and Tim Hogarth worries about losing sleep over Aunty Margaret's silver.

The dealers are put through their paces in Hartlepool, where Hoggy has his heart broken.

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The dealers are put through their paces in Hartlepool - James is hung, drawn and quartered over an execution poster, Hoggy has his heart broken after losing out on a classic Gibson guitar, and the Duke serenades us with some classic rock.

David's at Leeds United football club, James gets a red car over some footy caricature.

Leeds

David's at Leeds United football club, James gets a red car over some footy caricature, Alison get revved up over some toys, antiques from shanghai tickle Tim's taste buds and one seller's poker face sees David giving her a pat on the back.

Karen Dalmeny is shaken but not stirred as she tries to buy a Bond book in Middlesbrough.

Middlesborough

David sets up shop in Middlesbrough, where Karen Dalmeny is shaken but not stirred as she tries to buy a Bond book. Tony Geering's eyes pop for some miniature glasses, and Jo Brayshaw scrambles some cash for an eggs-tra special piece of porcelain.

Middlesbrough is home to David and his dealers.

Middlesbrough is home to David and his dealers. Tony Geering tries to catch himself some Mouseman; Corrie Jeffrey goes all out to buy a whisky decanter and Jo Brayshaw turns grime detector when presented with a dirty piece of Whitefriars.

David and his dealers pitch up in Middlesbrough.

David and his dealers pitch up in Middlesbrough, where there's gemstones for Jo Brayshaw; Moorcroft for Corrie Jeffrey; Karen Dalmeny feels she deserves a medal and the den turns surreal as Tony Geering discovers an original masterpiece.

David and his dealer den visit Solihull in the West Midlands.

David and team visit Solihull in the West Midlands. Henry Nicholls is lost for words over some resin plaques and Simon Schneider's pressure rises over a steam engine.

We're in Leeds, where Tim's at sea with a historical naval plaque.

We're in Leeds, where Tim's at sea with a historical naval plaque, Helen's not clowning around with a frightful-looking picture and the dukes sitting comfortably as he tells us about his auction find, a potty chair.

Fay Rutter is the cat who gets the cream... and a panther brooch.

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Fay Rutter is the cat who gets the cream... and a panther brooch, while Jan Keyne pays out for a Winston Churchill picture - much to her shock - and Henry Nicholls finds that huge diamond rings cost big bucks.

The Duke is in Leeds where a haul of gold and silver treasure hits Timmy and James' table.

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The Duke is in Leeds, where a husband and wife battle it out to get the real deal, a father and son join forces to try their luck with Alison, and a haul of gold and silver treasure hits Timmy and James' table.

David and his dealers visit the seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare.

David and his dealers visit the seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare. The drinks are on Michael Hogben, and Alison Chapman is as good as gold.

The Den descends on Weston Super Mare, where Mark Stevens goes gaga for a gold Guinea.

The Den descends on Weston Super Mare, where Mark Stevens goes gaga for a gold Guinea and Aiden Pass votes with his wallet for some US election ephemera.

David and his dealers set up stall in Weston-super-Mare's Tropicana.

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David and his dealers set up stall in Weston-super-Mare's Tropicana, where Alison Chapman falls foul of a football collection and Michael Hogben gets a big surprise.

In Llangollen, David and his dealers set up shop.

In Llangollen, David and his dealers set up shop and Jan Keyne uses the power of ice cream to sway a deal. Alison Chapman gets served up some silver...and her name in print. Fay Rutter could see her profit go up in smoke with some novelty pipes.

David Dickinson visits Bridlington, where the dealers are feeling the heat.

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David Dickinson visits Bridlington, where the dealers are feeling the heat. Alys Dobbie's eyes are on matchstalks for a Lowry print; Stewart Hofgartner pays dearly for an autograph; and there's a storm over a teapot for Cheryl Hakeney.

The Dealers' Den pitches up in Llangollen in Wales, where Alison Chapman goes all out.

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The Dealers' Den pitches up in Llangollen in Wales, where Alison Chapman goes all out for part of a London, Jan Keyne finds a necklace that weighs heavy on her purse, and Simon Schneider shows his charitable side.

David and his dealers rock up in Peterborough.

Peterborough

David and his dealers rock up in Peterborough. Amongst the bubble wrap and boxes, Fay Rutter finds love in the shape of a jewellery box, and James Layte digs deep for a bargain.

James Layte gets stung by a fantastic bargain in Peterborough.

David and his dealers head to Peterborough. James Layte gets stung by a fantastic bargain and Tracey Thackery misses out on a real opportunity.

Fay Rutter embraces 'the beautiful game', and Tim Hogarth's nerves are put to the test.

David's team value the treasures bought in by a hopeful Peterborough crowd. Fay Rutter embraces 'the beautiful game', and Tim Hogarth's nerves are put to the test.

Peterborough opens its doors to the Dickinson team.

Peterborough opens its doors to the Dickinson team. Emotions get the better of Tracey Thackery, it all gets a bit spooky with a wax mask for James Layte and it's a wind up for the Duke as a toy lion gives him the fright of his life.

The Duke is in Grimsby, where Simon Schneider gets steamed up over a vintage engine.

Grimsby

The Duke is in Grimsby, where Simon Schneider gets steamed up over a vintage engine, David Ford holds out for a hero and Debbie Serpell tries to buy some big-name jewellery.

The Duke is in Grimsby, where Simon Schneider falls for a beautiful necklace.

The Duke is in Grimsby, where Simon Schneider falls in love with a beautiful necklace, Karen Dalmeny faces her worst nightmare and David Ford takes a trip down Memory Lane.

In Grimsby, the Duke discovers a rock 'n' roll legend, and Karen has a secret admirer.

In Grimsby, the Duke discovers a rock 'n' roll legend, Debbie Serpell relives her childhood and Karen Dalmeny has a secret admirer.

In Grimsby, The Duke goes ga-ga over a teddy bear.

In Grimsby, The Duke goes ga-ga over a teddy bear, Debbie Serpell is surprised by a miniature tea set and David Ford's spoons cause a stir in the saleroom.

David and his dealers have set up their den in Newcastle.

Newcastle

David and his dealers have set up their den in Newcastle. Local Geordie lass Jo Brayshaw has her sights set on a wee dram.

David and his dealers are under starters orders at Newcastle racecourse.

David and his dealers are under starters orders at Newcastle racecourse and he's cracking the whip.

In Newcastle, a gruesome collection at auction makes a small fortune under the hammer.

The Duke and his dealers are chomping at the bit at Newcastle racecourse where a gruesome collection at auction makes a small fortune under the hammer.

Newcastle Racecourse plays host to the dealer's den and the Duke is pushing them hard.

Newcastle Racecourse plays host to the dealer's den and the Duke is pushing them hard. A couple of pistols have Helen Gardiner duelling in the den.

David and his dealers set up stall in Telford's International Centre in this episode.

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David and his dealers set up in Telford's International Centre - there's plenty of laughs as Alison Chapman sizes up some silver, and Tony Geering does a deal with fizz.

The dealers den descends on Telford and it's like Vegas.

Telford

The dealers den descends on Telford and it's like Vegas. There's glamour as Alison Chapman decides diamonds are definitely her best friend.

Mark Stevens and Alison Chapman go gooey over gold in Telford.

David and his dealers visit Telford. Mark Stevens and Alison Chapman go gooey over gold, and a furry ferret comes along to sweeten a deal.

Stewart makes a big offer for a tiny camera and Alison goes for a record deal in Telford.

Telford's International Centre plays host to David and his dealers. Stewart impresses the Duke by making a big offer for a tiny camera and Alison Chapman goes for a record deal. Plus, Tony Geering is tempted by a pair of expensive timepieces.

The Duke and his team of dealers set up for some supersonic deals.

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The Duke and his team of dealers set up for some supersonic deals under the wings of Concorde at Aerospace Bristol.

The Duke takes off to Aerospace Bristol where his team set up under the wings of Concorde.

Bristol

The Duke takes off to Aerospace Bristol, where his team of dealers land amazing deals under the wings of Concorde.

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The Duke takes off to Aerospace Bristol, where Mark Stevens hits turbulence when he attempts to land a pair of luxury watches.

The Duke and his dealers land at Aerospace Bristol.

The Duke and his dealers land at Aerospace Bristol and set up the den beneath the wings of Concorde.

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David and his dealers visit Crewe. It's a Jungle in the den as new dealer Laurie Scully faces a cheeky chimp, Fay Rutter goes wild about autographs and Stewart Hoffgartner tries to get his paws on some modern art.

The dealers den descends on Crewe, where Fay Rutter can't say 'neigh' to a watercolour.

Crewe

The dealers den descends on Crewe Hall, where Fay Rutter can't say 'neigh' to a watercolour and new boy Matt Taylor shows his love for boys' toys.

David and his dealers set up stall in Crewe Hall. Fay Rutter has a deal all mapped out.

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David and his dealers set up stall in Crewe. Fay Rutter has a deal all mapped out and Laurie Scully faces a Real Deal regular in the bid for a vintage hat stretcher.

In Crewe, Stewart Hofgartner spys a gem in a boy's toy collection.

Crewe Hall plays host to the dealer's den. Fay Rutter winds up with timepieces on her table and Stewart Hofgartner spies a gem in a boy's toy collection. New dealer Matt is very interested in a cult comic classic.

David and his dealer den visit Oldham, where Simon Schneider falls for a stunning clock.

Oldham

David and his dealer den visit Oldham, where Simon Schneider falls for a stunning clock, Michael Hogben splashes out big for some gold, and the Duke gets stumped by an artist's print.

The dealers pitch up in Oldham, where Christmas comes early for Alison Chapman.

The dealers den pitches up in Oldham, where Christmas comes early for Alison Chapman. Michael Hogben is up to his old tricks and Simon Schneider is squeezed to splash the cash for some stunning candlesticks.

In Oldham, a rare piece of football history scores big at auction.

David and his dealers set up stall in Oldham. Alison Chapman gets her hands on some puppets, Cheryl Hackney falls for a beautiful brooch and a rare piece of football history scores big at auction.

Simon and The Duke go head to head in a boxing match in Oldham.

Oldham plays host to the dealer's den. Simon and The Duke go head to head in a boxing match, Cheryl Hackney drives away in a new motor and Alison Chapman gets a ring that brings back family memories.

The Duke is in Sheffield where Mark Stevens pirouettes for a profit.

Sheffield

The Duke is in Sheffield where Mark Stevens pirouettes for a profit, David Ford blows his cash on a set of old whistles and Tim Hogarth scores a goal with a collection of football programmes.

The Duke is in Sheffield, where Tracy Thackray-Howitt splashes some serious cash.

The Duke is in Sheffield, where Mark Stevens meets his match, golden girl Tracy Thackray-Howitt splashes some serious cash, and it's panda-monium with Tim Hogarth.

In Sheffield, The Duke discovers a famous name artist in the den.

In Sheffield, The Duke discovers a famous name artist in the den, Tracy Thackray-Howitt smells a profit in an old perfume bottle, and David Ford cuts a deal on a penknife.

In Sheffield, David Ford comes across a fancy Russian belt.

In Sheffield, David Ford comes across a fancy Russian belt, Mark Stevens discovers an ancient book of remedies and The Duke helps Tim Hogarth to celebrate his birthday.

David and his dealers visit Nottingham's Albert Hall.

Nottingham

David and his dealers visit Nottingham's Albert Hall. Fay Rutter is faced with tourist treasures and Tim Hogarth is offered a gold haul from around the world.

The dealers descend on Nottingham, where Henry Nicholls gets a grilling over a brooch.

The dealers descend on Nottingham, where Henry Nicholls gets a grilling over a brooch collection and Fay Rutter focusses on snapping up a German camera. A lucky find enables Tim Hogarth to try his hand as an art dealer.

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