Popular TV antiques expert Paul Martin is heading to Southampton to host a valuation day at a city pub. 

The star of the BBC's Flog It! and Antiques Road Trip will host the free community event at The Ship Inn on October 7. 

The valuation day will take place between 10.30am and 3pm and is being run in partnership with world-renowned Devizes auctioneers Henry Aldridge & Son, for which Paul is Head of Valuations.

Residents are being encouraged to dust off their items and bring them in to be discussed, valued and maybe sold. 

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Items that could be looked at include antiques, collectables, silver, gold, militaria and jewellery.

Paul Martin said: "Whether it’s a family heirloom or a curious find, I’m eager to explore the stories behind each item.

“Even though I am a tv presenter and still enjoy my broadcast career, I’m an antiques man at heart and these events allow me to get back to what drives me — the people, their objects and the stories they tell.”

The Ship Inn has been described as an "ideal venue for this event", with roots dating back to the 17th century.

Paul also appeared on Britain’s Hidden Heritage, and has a new programme, Paul Martin’s Auction Showdown, showing on My5.