Bargain Hunt fans 'furious' as team make show history with 'unfair' twist
Bargain Hunt enthusiasts were left in shock as a resurfaced episode made an unexpected entry into the show's history books for a rather unfortunate reason.
The instalment, which first hit screens in 2022 with Eric Knowles at the helm, featured experts Charles Hanson and Caroline Hawley guiding participants through the quaint village of Eccleston, Lancashire.
However, the events that transpired were unprecedented in the programme's 25 year history.
Contestants Geraldine and Washington, representing the red team, experienced an unparalleled blunder by becoming the first duo to bring fewer than three items to auction – arriving with just a pair.
The team explained their predicament, saying: "Because there are so many things here - but it's just finding that item that meets the criteria."
They faced the challenge of finding at least one item valued over £75, but as time ran out, they could only muster a rare Doulton jug and two vintage tennis racquets, neither meeting the price requirement.
A visibly surprised Eric Knowles delivered the news on air, remarking: "I've got to say, you have made Bargain Hunt history by virtue of you only managing to buy two items."
Charles Hanson shared his astonishment, commenting: "I like to play to the wire but it went badly, badly wrong. We failed on the challenge. We failed with our big spend. I'm sorry, team. It really happened."
To compound their woes, Eric noted the penalty for their shortfall, adding: "The ruling is that because you didn't do the £75 spend, you start with minus £75."
Bargain Hunt enthusiasts were split after witnessing a team snatch victory with the help of a bonus buy, despite breaking show guidelines, reports the Express.
The red team's fortunes dramatically turned when they chanced upon an Art Deco clock priced at £200 and subsequently sold it for an impressive £380, netting them a tidy sum and no small amount of joyous relief.
Yet, audience members took to social media with a mix of outrage and amusement over the perceived rule breach.
One displeased fan vented on X: "They shouldn't have been allowed a bonus if they hadn't bought three items!"
Another was firm in their stance: "Shouldn't have been allowed to compete with only a £75 forfeit. Should've been disqualified in my opinion!"
In contrast, a third person embraced the chaos: "Brilliant! This has got to be the best episode ever! What larks!"
It's noteworthy that Bargain Hunt is not unfamiliar with controversy; back in 2018, a celebrity special had to be re-filmed after musician Bez's partner made prohibited bids.
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