A pair of George III cast silver candlesticks by Ebenezer Coker, a Folkestone room full of signed photographs, and somebody’s forgotten storage unit in East Sussex — that is the spread of the next two days. Four UK auctions close between Monday and Tuesday, and they could hardly differ more in character. Here is what is worth your time across all four: dates, formats and the lots actually catching the eye.
What’s in the Hutchinson Scott Summer Fine Interiors auction?
If you collect English silver, set an alarm. Day 1 of The Summer Fine Interiors Auction from Hutchinson Scott Auctioneers is heavy with the table and desk silver that designers and serious collectors chase.
The standout is a fine pair of George III cast silver candlesticks by Ebenezer Coker — Coker was the candlestick maker of the mid-18th century, and a matched cast pair beats a flatter, loaded later example every time. Alongside sits a George III provincial coffee pot by Hampston, Prince & Cattles of York, which always draws the regional-silver crowd, and an 18th-century Continental engraved snuff box for the smaller pocket.
The range is broad. Highlights include:
- A collection of Georgian King’s Pattern flatware and cutlery — the dependable, useable end of the market.
- A pair of George III wine coasters plus two English silver and wood coasters for the table.
- A set of four sauce boats by Mappin & Webb and a Tiffany & Co. pepper mill and salt.
- A 19th-century Continental silver-gilt reliquary belt buckle — the curiosity of the sale.
- A Victorian silver dressing table set in its fitted case, two silver filigree card cases, and a 1912 silver-mounted cut-glass inkwell.
When and where: Tuesday 23 June 2026 from 10:00 am (BST), online only, run from Embsay Mills, Embsay, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6QR. Check the full live catalogue for hallmarks and condition before bidding — with silver, the assay marks and weight do the talking.
What can I bid on at the Chaucer Auctions autograph sale?
Down in Kent, Chaucer Auctions is one of the country’s go-to names for signed material, and their Live Autograph: Entertainment, Sport, Space, Music and Historical sale spans exactly those fields. Individual lots are not listed yet, so I will not pretend to know what is coming under the hammer — but the categories tell you who this is for: film and music memorabilia collectors, sports autograph hunters, and the small, devoted band who collect space-programme signatures.
For autographs, provenance and authentication matter more than anything, so watch the catalogue closely as lots are added. New to it? Signed photographs and letters from entertainment and historical figures are an approachable way in, and Chaucer’s themed format makes it easy to focus on one area.
When and where: Tuesday 23 June 2026 from 10:00 am (BST), online only, from Unit 1, Bowles Well Gardens, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6PQ. Track lots as they go up on the live catalogue.
What is the Darwen Auctioneers 2-day general sale?
For browsers and trade dealers who enjoy a genuine general sale, Darwen Auctioneers in Lancashire run a two-day affair where lots open at a £1 minimum. It is the unglamorous, rewarding end of the market — house clearances, oddments, the occasional sleeper — and the low entry point suits first-time bidders and anyone hunting stock to resell.
Know the costs before you commit: commission is 20% + VAT on the hammer price, with a minimum charge of £1 + VAT on any lot hammering under £6, and the VAT applies to the commission only. Postage starts at £10 + VAT. Read the terms on the auction listing so the final figure holds no surprises.
When and where: Monday 22 June 2026 from 5:00 pm (BST), online only, from The Old Co-Op Bakehouse, Borough Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 2FT. Bidding runs through the live catalogue.
How does the Rosan Reeves storage unit auction work?
The week’s pure gamble belongs to Rosan Reeves Auctions in Hailsham, East Sussex, with their storage unit auction. These sales are exactly what they sound like — the contents of unpaid units, sold as-is — and they reward bidders who like a punt and do not mind the legwork.
The logistics are strict, so read them first: payment is by bank transfer only, within 24 hours of the sale ending, and collection within 72 hours. There is no posting a sofa, so factor in a van and a free weekend. Get the conditions wrong and you lose the lot; get them right and storage sales are some of the most fun bidding around.
When and where: closes Monday 22 June 2026 from 7:00 pm (BST), online only, from Arlington Road West, Hailsham, BN27 3RE. The live catalogue shows what is behind each door.
Which sale is right for you?
Four different doors into the same week: refined Georgian and Victorian silver in Skipton, signed history in Folkestone, a £1-start free-for-all in Darwen, and a roll of the dice in Hailsham. Follow these houses on Auction Eagle to catch their next catalogues, and browse more upcoming UK auctions while these are still live. Set your maximum bids early, read each house’s terms, and good luck under the hammer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which auctions are coming up this week?
Four UK auctions close on 22–23 June 2026, all online only: Darwen Auctioneers' 2-day general sale (Mon 22 June, 5pm), the Rosan Reeves storage unit auction in Hailsham (Mon 22 June, 7pm), Hutchinson Scott's Summer Fine Interiors sale in Skipton (Tue 23 June, 10am), and Chaucer Auctions' live autograph sale in Folkestone (Tue 23 June, 10am).
When and where is the Hutchinson Scott Summer Fine Interiors auction?
It runs online only from 10:00 am (BST) on Tuesday 23 June 2026, from Embsay Mills, Embsay, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6QR. Day 1 features English and Continental silver, including a pair of George III candlesticks by Ebenezer Coker.
How do I bid at Chaucer Auctions?
Chaucer Auctions' autograph sale is online only, starting 10:00 am (BST) on Tuesday 23 June 2026 from Folkestone, Kent. Bid live through the Bidspirit catalogue linked on the auction listing; individual lots are added ahead of the sale.
What are the buyer's costs at Darwen Auctioneers?
Commission is 20% + VAT on the hammer price, with a minimum charge of £1 + VAT on lots hammering under £6. VAT applies to the commission only. Postage starts at £10 + VAT.
How does a storage unit auction work at Rosan Reeves?
Units are sold as-is online, closing from 7:00 pm (BST) on Monday 22 June 2026 in Hailsham, East Sussex. Payment is by bank transfer only within 24 hours of the sale ending, and you must collect within 72 hours.
Are these auctions online or in-room?
All four are online only, bid through the Bidspirit live catalogues, so you can take part from anywhere in the UK. Collection or postage arrangements vary by house, so check each listing.
