Ep 12. Nicki Chapman and Jules Hudson

Nicki Chapman and Jules Hudson are the latest celebrities to hit the road on a mission to find some of Britain's best antiques in this episode of Celebrity Antiques Road Trip season 6. The two are an unlikely pairing, with Nicki being a TV presenter and Jules a country and wildlife expert.

Their journey starts in the picturesque town of Bridgnorth in Shropshire, where they visit an antique shop packed to the rafters with unusual and quirky items. They search through antique clocks, old maps, quirky ceramics, and even a life-sized model giraffe. Nicki and Jules enthusiastically share their differing views on the purchases they make, with Nicki drawn to items that have a personal significance, and Jules keen to secure a good deal.

Next, the pair heads to one of the most significant and extensive collections of antique automata in the world. These are antique mechanical objects that mimic humans or animals and have fascinated collectors for centuries. Both Nicki and Jules are entranced by the intricate movements of these fascinating pieces and take the opportunity to try their hand at making some of them move themselves.

The antiques aficionados then visit a workshop where they try their hand at making glass sculptures, under the guidance of the resident artist. While neither of them manages to create something close to the intricate and beautiful pieces already on display, they both enjoy the process of trying. They also take a tour of the warehouse where the glass pieces are kept, with Nicki describing it as being like a "candy shop" full of glittering treasures.

The duo then makes their way to the stunning Gloucestershire countryside, where they visit a country house that doubles as an antiques emporium. The huge grounds feature a lake, a maze, and gardens modeled on those of Versailles. Nicki and Jules are awe-struck by the grandeur of the place and find many things to admire on their search for antiques. These include a collection of glass balls once used for witchcraft, a Victorian smoking stand, and a bedpan from the Great War.

Finally, they head to an auction house in Cheltenham to sell their purchases. Nicki and Jules are nervous as they watch their lots go under the hammer, but they both do well, with one being described by the auctioneer as being "quite exceptional." The episode ends with the pair crowing gleefully over their profits, having beat each other in the hunt for priceless treasures.

In conclusion, Nicki Chapman and Jules Hudson's journey on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip season 6 episode 12 is full of adventure, laughs, and the thrill of the hunt. The unlikely pairing of two incredibly different personalities adds an extra dimension to the experience, and their banter and camaraderie are enjoyable to watch as they make their way around the country, searching for treasures to buy and sell. Fans of antique hunting shows and those who enjoy beautiful country locations will find plenty to love about this episode.