Episode
Antiques Roadshow: VJ Day Special
Overview
The roadshow visits the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire for the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, featuring interviews with veterans and the stories of those who took part.
Details
- Series
- Antiques Roadshow
- Season
- Season 48
- Episode
- Episode 2
- Air date
- 2025-08-10
- Runtime
- 58 min
Episode context
VJ Day Special is Episode 2 in Series 48 of Antiques Roadshow. It aired on 2025-08-10. The runtime is 58 min.
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Episode 1: VE Day Special
The roadshow travels to Berlin and Bletchley Park to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, featuring interviews with veterans and the stories of those who helped liberate Europe.
Episode 3: Shuttleworth House 1
The roadshow visits Shuttleworth House in Bedfordshire, where treasures include a stunning diamond necklace, props from the James Bond films and an umbrella stand made from a boat.
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Episode 7: Stephens House & Gardens 2
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Episode 9: Shuttleworth House 3
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Episode 10: Hill of Tarvit 1
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Episode 11: National Waterfront Museum, Swansea 1
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Episode 12: Stephens House & Gardens 3
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Episode 13: Hill of Tarvit Mansion & Garden 2
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