NATIONAL TREASURES I’m a Celebrity stars Helen and Jorgie turn up in Kinbuck for BBC’s Antiques Road Trip
Former I’m A Celebrity contestants – actresses Helen Flanagan and Jorgie Porter – have been swapping the jungle for the village of Kinbuck in their latest TV adventure.
Coronation Street actress Helen and Hollyoaks star Jorgie (below) visited Robertsons of Kinbuck as they filmed for the BBC’s Celebrity Antiques Road Trip.
Owner Kate Robertson has been running the auction house business for 30 years alongside husband Bob and son Struan.
She hosted the two TV favourites, who were paired with auction experts Phil Serrell and James Braxton for the show, which is a treasure-seeking challenge to make the most cash from buying and selling antiques.
As they scoured some of Scotland’s antique outlets, friends Helen and Jorgie uncovered an interesting tea caddy and an unusual ship’s compass – and fingers were crossed for profits at the Kinbuck auctioneers.
A BBC spokesperson said: “Helen struggles to haggle, preferring to offer ‘more’ than the ticket price, much to the exasperation of partner Phil.
“Jorgie takes a detour to hit an ace on a very historic tennis court, while Helen takes a break from the shops to learn about tartan, kilts – and to help Phil find his missing underwear.
“At the all-important auction, we find out which bird will fly the highest – Jorgie’s pottery flamingo or Helen’s porcelain pigeon?”
The episode will be shown this Friday, January 31, on BBC2 at 7.30pm.
Kate Robertson said: “Our saleroom is a primary source of income for many of our customers, others have funded their university degrees by dealing in antiques sourced from our sales. It’s a day out where they go to enjoy the atmosphere of the auction.
“Tune in on Friday to find out which celebrity makes the most profit at our auction.”
Local Dunblane and Bridge of Allan councillor Alastair Majury said:
“This Friday offers locals an opportunity to experience a local auction from the comfort of their own homes. However, given concerns around climate change auctions like those at Robertsons of Kinbuck offer people the opportunity to buy furniture that was built to last, as an alternative to the some of the more disposable furniture available today.”