Antiques Road Trip expert Phillip Serrell stumbled all over the shop while trying to secure a deal.
Phil tripped while trying to secure a deal(Image: BBC)
Antiques Road Trip expert Phillip Serrell was forced to halt the show when things spiralled into chaos during an episode. The antiques lover was hunting in an antiques shop for the perfect item to take to the final auction, when he spotted an old cigarette advertisement positioned high on the wall.
But, as he called seller Dave over to enquire about the price, the dealer wasn’t watching where he was heading, which proved to be a costly error in the packed antiques shop.
Phil stumbled over an item, leaving Dave utterly stunned. Deciding to use the moment to his advantage, he declared: “Oh, I can feel a claim coming on!”
He then called out: “My back, my back!” whilst jokingly attempting to negotiate the price down further.
The expert eventually agreed on £55 for the weathered sign, quipping: “It should have a health warning but lets hope it doesn’t have a wealth warning.”
It wasn’t the only mishap for him in Dave’s establishment, as he struggled to manoeuvre his way around the jam-packed store, reported the Express.
Phil was trying to buy an old cigarette advert(Image: BBC)
He toppled several items as he explored every corner and crevice of the shop.
But the awkwardness proved worthwhile as the sign achieved an impressive £10 profit when it went to auction.
The cheeky BBC expert sparked excitement among fans recently with a new show proposal.
The antique expert, alongside co-star Natasha Raskin-Sharp, has been touring the UK in search of hidden treasures, this time focusing their efforts on Sheffield.
Before they began their hunt back in February, Philip made an intriguing suggestion: “I think we need to have the Phil and Tash show.”
A surprised Natasha responded: “Do you reckon?”, she asked: “Are you pitching right now?”
Philip confirmed his idea, stating: “Phil and Tash on the road, you heard it here first. “
Fans were thrilled by the prospect, with one saying: “Really enjoyed the first week of new series, just to say’ Phil and Tash on the road ‘ is something I would watch happily!”
Another chimed in: “The best two ever on the #antiquesroadtrip”.
In other Antiques Road Show news, a previous guest sadly died, a few years after they had received a life-changing valuation on the series.
Back in 2005, a guest on the American version of the show had their life changed when their item was revealed to be of huge value.
Antiques expert David Rago met an astonished visitor called Tom, who had brought along an 1880 jug passed down through generations.
Tom explained: “This piece belonged to my grandmother, and when she sold her house, the grandkids and the kids could choose different things. This is the piece that I always wanted, so my name was on this one for a long time.”
David proceeded to assess the massive jug at an incredible $65,000 (£48,264) to $85,000 (£63,115) before disclosing what the antique actually fetched at auction.
But four years after the life-altering valuation, Tom sadly passed at age 46.
Antiques Road Trip is available on watch on BBC iPlayer.
Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.
You’ll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.
No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.
All you have to do is click here if you’re on mobile, select ‘Join Community’ and you’re in!
If you’re on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click ‘Join Community’.
We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like.
To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose ‘exit group’.
If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.