Beloved BBC Daytime Series Shakes Things Up for Olympics with Famous Faces

Special Episode of Bargain Hunt

A beloved BBC daytime series is set for a major format shake-up as the broadcaster gears up for this year's Olympics. In a unique move, a special one-off episode of Bargain Hunt has been commissioned for the sporting event.

Famous Olympians Take the Stage

Olympic 400m hurdler Sally Gunnell OBE and swimmer Mark Foster will be the stars of the show, teaming up for a thrilling episode. Viewers will witness two teams of well-known Olympians and Paralympians going head-to-head at an antiques fair.

Hosted by Natasha Raskin Sharp

Bargain Hunt stalwart Natasha Raskin Sharp will lead the charge in this special 45-minute episode, airing this Friday at 12:15 on BBC One. The red team, consisting of Sally Gunnell and Mark Foster, will take on the blue team made up of Paralympic cyclist Dame Sarah Storey and runner Richard Whitehead.

A Competition for Charity

Coached by Danny Sebastian and Kate Bliss, the sporting legends will navigate the Newark antiques fair in Nottinghamshire, aiming to snap up items that will turn a profit at auction. However, there's a twist - one item must meet a special sporting challenge set by the show's bosses. All winnings will be donated to charity.

Celebrity Crossover for Charity

This exciting format change comes on the heels of a special celebrity episode where the team from Homes Under The Hammer will face off against Escape To The Country presenters, all in the name of charity. Stay tuned for more entertainment and fundraising on BBC!