Bargain Hunt: Mark Stacey's Bonus Buy makes a £75 loss Mark Stacey, 59, is known for his roles on BBC shows like Bargain Hunt where he offers insight into fine art and other antiques. He has also made regular appearances on Flog It! Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is and Antiques Road Trip. Born in Neath, South Wales, he moved to London and worked for various auction houses including Bonhams and Sotheby's.
He eventually became head of Decorative Arts and later Director of Hamptons/Dreweatt Neate Fine Art. In 2011 he was keen to launch his own venture and opened an antiques shop in Kemptown, Brighton. Three years later he became an auctioneer at Reeman Dansie auctioneers in Colchester, Essex.
He did not always have a career in antiques in mind, as he started his working life as a residential social worker. To kickstart his drastic career change, he tried his hand at dealing antiques. The TV host also has a hidden talent away from the cameras as he is a keen organist and occasionally plays at his local Methodist church.
Passionate about music, he spoke to the Organists' Review about his talent. READ MORE Eric Knowles illness explored as Bargain Hunt star recalls health battle [INSIGHT] Mark Stacey is a valuer and auctioneer (Image: BBC) Now he has established himself as a highly-regarded auctioneer and valuer, there is no looking back for Mark. He said: "I don't think I could do anything other than what I do know.
If I had to have a change of career, I am sure it would be some.