Antique expert, Thomas Forrester, is best known for his work on BBC programmes including 'Bargain Hunt' and the 'Antiques Road Trip'. In addition to his TV commitments, Thomas is a Director and co-owner of Special Auction Services in Newbury where he offers valuation advice to clients and is regularly seen on the rostrum. At events, Thomas is the ideal addition to charity auctions, where he will generate interest and excitement from audiences.
With over 20 years of experience in antiques, Thomas continues to enthuse everyone he meets with his love of vintage treasures and the arts. He loves nothing more than meeting people and sharing his knowledge with them. He is great company and can always be relied on for interesting and amusing anecdotes.
Thomas's TV career came about by chance; after leaving university he was working at Phillips when the BBC approached them asking to film one of their auctions for 'Bargain Hunt'. The sale they chose happened to be Thomas’s – he only expected it to be a one-off, but this appearance led him to become one of their experts.
Thomas is privileged to be the auctioneer for the UK's premier and largest auction of entertainment memorabilia which takes place at London's BFI IMAX every year, where fans and collectors have the chance to get their hands-on original props, costumes and rare production material from popular films and TV shows.
Thomas’s knowledge is wide-ranging; from watches, glass and furniture to toys, dolls, teddy bears, and music and film memorabilia. His specialism is jewellery and gemstones, an area which he is extremely passionate about. Such diverse expertise makes him an impactful auctioneer for all styles of fundraising events. Thomas is most definitely a ‘people person’. His friendly manner and relaxed style always engages and inspires his audiences to whom he imparts his wealth of knowledge of antiques and collectables.
How to hire Thomas Forrester
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Thomas Forrester for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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