A celebrity auctioneer is set to hold a valuation day in Dorchester.

Paul Martin, who presented popular BBC show Flog It for nearly 20 years, is visiting Maiden Castle House Care Home on Wednesday, July 3 from 11am-4pm

During the day, residents and members of the public can get a free valuation on their treasured items.

Paul, who is now Head of Valuations at Henry Aldridge and Son Ltd, will start by giving a 30-minute talk to the care home’s residents, their relatives, and visitors followed by a book-signing.

Paul MartinPaul Martin. Credit: Archive

There will also be the opportunity for any items to be sold at auction with a percentage of the auctioneer’s fee being donated to Weldmar Hospicecare, which provides care to people with life-limiting illnesses in Dorset.

Norman, who lives at Maiden Castle House, said: “I’m looking forward to meeting Paul. As well as antiques, he has got an interesting background, as he’s also interested in music, so I’m hoping to ask about that. I also have a little figurine for him to look at which belonged to my mother.”

Care home staff and residents prepared for the big dayCare home staff and residents prepared for the big day (Image: Care South)

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day.

To contact the care home about the event ahead of the day, email Emma.Norman@care-south.co.uk