The Repair Shop

2014•16 series•Entertainment / Antiques

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`The Repair Shop' is a Ricochet production for the BBC which follows a workshop where broken or damaged family heirlooms are brought back to life. Furniture restorers, horologists, metal workers, ceramicists, upholsterers and other skilled craftsmen of all types are brought together to work in one space to restore much-loved possessions to their former glory. Many of these items have incredible stories behind them and a unique place in history.

Episode 1Episode 1

The team revive a working model of a Welsh coal mine and a Victorian writing box.

Episode 2Episode 2

The team restore a Man Utd shirt worn by a Busby Babe in the FA Cup final.

Episode 3Episode 3

A pair of motorcycle racing goggles and a 1950s bike are brought back from the brink.

Episode 4Episode 4

A heroic sea captain’s portrait and a precious boxing trophy are lovingly restored.

Episode 5Episode 5

The team restore a violin, an enamel sign, a ceramic birdcage and a leather jacket.

Episode 6Episode 6

The team fix a vintage salon hairdryer and a rugby flag with an extraordinary story.

Episode 7Episode 7

The team repairs a rock’n’roll relic, some iconic footwear and a classic cookbook.

Episode 8Episode 1

Episode 8. The team revive a ceremonial Chinese lion and a well-loved set of traditional beer pumps.

Episode 9Episode 9

The team fix a teddy bear with a rock ’n’ roll past and a camera that saw action in WWII.

Episode 10Episode 10

The team's restorations include a Guyanese bangle and an electric guitar with a past.

Episode 11Episode 11

The team fix a battered unicycle, an iconic 80s gadget and an Edwardian plate camera.

Episode 12Episode 12

The team fix a unique lamp, some distinguished running shoes and a reel-to-reel recorder.

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