Anita Manning, the Scottish antiques guru known for her appearances on BBC's Bargain Hunt, Flog It!, and Antiques Road Trip, has a wealth of experience in the field. Hailed as possibly Scotland's first female auctioneer, Anita's fascination with antiques was sparked by her father, who introduced her to the world of auctions in Glasgow during her childhood. Her journey into the antiques business began in the 1970s when she landed a role as a buyer after purchasing a bed from an Irish dealer.
Although Anita has had a diverse career path including studying dance and PE at Aberdeen and Edinburgh, and teaching, she eventually chose to focus on raising a family with her husband. With a young family to care for, Anita channelled her passion for antiques into buying and selling furniture across the country. In 1989, she founded Great Western Auctions, which she operates alongside her daughter Lala.
Fans of Bargain Hunt are often curious about Anita's age given her long and varied career. Anita Manning was born on December 1, 1947, which makes her 76 years old currently, and she'll be turning 77 later this year, reports the Express . A proud Glaswegian, Anita chose her hometown as the base for her business venture.
Speaking about her enterprise, Anita shared: "For as long as I can remember I have been passionate about Art, Antiques and Auctions." "The beauty in craftsmanship and design, coupled with the social history of the objects, that I am privileged to handle on a daily basis, ha.