Ep 18. Stanley Johnson and Georgia Toffolo

Stanley Johnson, a political heavyweight, and Georgia Toffolo, a reality TV star and author, set out on their adventure to find antiques and curiosities on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip season 9 episode 18. The pair travels through the rolling hills of Wales in a classic red convertible and is accompanied by two expert antiques dealers who will help them navigate the best purchases to win the challenge.

The team starts the day in the village of Abergavenny, where they visit an antique store and come across a variety of interesting items. Stanley is on the lookout for something that would evoke memories of his childhood, while Georgia tries to hunt down pieces that will sit well in her London apartment. The antique shop proves to be a treasure trove, and they both leave with exciting purchases.

Next, the two travel to Tredegar House, a sprawling National Trust manor that has been home to an aristocratic dynasty for over 500 years. Here, they meet with a historical re-enactor, who takes them on a tour of the house and shares stories about its rich history. They both have a fun time trying on vintage clothing from the estate's costume collection, but the real highlight of the visit is a jewelry box that catches Georgia's eye.

The team heads to Cardiff next, where they meet with a collector of antique furniture. Here, Stanley tries to haggle over a stylish cabinet while Georgia is enchanted by a piece of Art Deco pottery. As they leave, the dealers convince them to take part in a challenge to see who can come up with the best deal on an item.

They then drive to a charity shop in the town of Merthyr Tydfil. Stanley is enthralled by a vintage typewriter, while Georgia loves a colorful piece of retro furniture. After intense bargaining with the shopkeeper, the two make their purchases and move on to their next stop.

At the Brecon Mountain Railway, they take a ride through the picturesque Welsh countryside on a steam train. Stanley and Georgia enjoy the stunning views, but also take time to reminisce about their own experiences of train travel.

Their final destination is a sprawling antiques center in the town of Llandrindod Wells. Here, they are given the task of finding the most valuable antique item within one hour. Stanley opts for a Georgian teapot, while Georgia goes for a Victorian writing desk. The climax of the episode is when it is revealed who emerges as the winner of the antiques challenge.

In this episode of Celebrity Antiques Road Trip, Stanley and Georgia prove to be a strong team, with their contrasting personalities providing a balance that keeps the show engaging. Along the way, they encounter plenty of interesting characters and places, and the dealers offer expert advice on bargains. For antique and history lovers, this show is guaranteed to be a thrilling ride through the winding roads of the Welsh countryside.