A TV auctioneer is calling on Croydon people to scour their attics for antiques as she prepares to host her first auction in the borough.

Catharine Southon, who has worked as an expert on shows such as Flog It! Bargain Hunt and Antiques Roadshow, is holding a free valuation session on August 1 as part of the build up to her debut auction on November 15 at The Chateau, Shirley.

The free vaulartion will be at St Mark's Hall, Braemar Gardens, West Wickham 10am to 3.30pm