Paul Laidlaw is a Scottish auctioneer and television personality recognized particularly for his work on several popular BBC antiquities programmes.
He is known for his appearances on shows such as “Antiques Trip”, “Antique Hunt” and “Celebrity Antiques Trip”, where he used his expertise about antiques to guide participants and viewers.
Laidlaw’s professional demeanor and extensive knowledge made him a respected figure in old television.
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- Full name: Paul Laidlaw
- Stage name: Paul Laidlaw
- Date of birth: July 1967
- Age: 57 years old
- Place of birth: Edinburgh, UK
- Nationality: Scottish
- Occupation: Scottish auctioneer
- Height: Unknown
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Laidlaw
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Maureen Laidlaw
- Children: 3
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $1 million to $5 million
Early life and education
Paul Laidlaw was born in July 1967 in Edinburgh, UK. He was born to his parents, whose names are unknown but may be referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Laidlaw.
He may have grown up with his siblings but their names are not made public. Laidlaw holds a degree in mathematics from the University of Edinburgh.
Initially, he wanted to study astrophysics and work for NASA, but he ended up pursuing a career in auctioneering. Ethnically, Laidlaw is white and he is Christian.
Career
Laidlaw developed a lifelong passion for antiques at a young age. Although he studied science at the University of Edinburgh, his love of antiques and collecting persisted. In 2002 he joined H&H Auctions in Carlisle, where he gained valuable experience in the antiques trade.
This laid the foundation for Laidlaw to later establish his own auction house, Laidlaw Auctioneers and Valuers, in 2012. Laidlaw’s engaging personality and extensive knowledge of antiques made him a famous character on television.
He is famous for his enthusiastic approach to auctions and his ability to discover hidden treasures. Laidlaw’s appearances on the popular BBC program “Antiques Trip” often resulted in record-breaking sales, demonstrating his expertise in the field.
His role on the show involves competing with another professional to make the most profit by buying and selling antiques and collectibles at auction. In 2006, Laidlaw first appeared on the BBC’s “Bargain Hunt”, where he conducted an auction.
He was then asked to screen the pilot for the show and now appears regularly as an expert consultant, assisting lay teams in their competition to earn the most money by purchasing and sell antiques.
Laidlaw also appears regularly on the spin-off shows “Antique Trip” and “Flog It!” programme. He holds several notable records from his television appearances.
As of May 2021, he holds the record for making the largest profit from an item on “Antiques Road Trip.” He bought a small Chambre Automatique De Bertsch camera for £60, which was later sold for £20,000 to a private collector in Switzerland.
In the previous episode, he bought a Georgian drinking glass for £1, which was later sold for £360 at auction. In addition to his television work, Laidlaw is also a successful auctioneer and business owner.
His auction house, Laidlaw Auctioneers and Valuers, specializes in a wide variety of antiques and collectibles, attracting collectors and dealers. Laidlaw’s expertise, passion and engaging personality have made him a prominent figure in the world of antiques on and off the television screen.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @laidlawauctioneers
Personal life
Paul and Maureen Laidlaw have been married for many years. They have three children together – a daughter and twin sons, although their specific names are unknown. The Laidlaw family has been together for a long time, showing a long and stable relationship.
Net worth
According to interested parties, Paul Laidlaw, a famous antiques expert and television personality, is estimated to have a net worth of between $1 million and $5 million. However, the exact figure of his total assets has not been publicly disclosed.
Laidlaw’s main source of income may come from his appearances on popular television shows such as Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip. Specific income from these roles is not disclosed.
