Scouting for Toys

A much sought after, Karl Lagerfeld teddy bear is sent to auction, creating a buzz of excitement among staff and collectors alike. Other iconic toy brands featured tonight include Airfix and Thunderbirds.

Miniature plastic figurine collector Michael Maughan is selling some of his impressive Timpo collection

A vast haul of antique dolls arrives in the saleroom, passed on by the husband of a deceased artist. Other highlights include Star Wars toys and a passionate Transit van man

A huge consignment of Meccano arrives from a single seller. It represents a lifetime's passion and has been well played with but painstakingly restored

Teddy bear expert Jo receives a large collection of Charlie Bear teddies from a single seller, including some very rare bears

As Lego enthusiast David prepares to release some of his prized sets at auction, Andy and Dave are hoping to pick up some sought after construction boxes for their joint collection

The auctioneers try to value a remarkable set of toy theatres - some more than 150 years old with expert advice from Pollock's Toy Museum

Behind the scenes at internationally renowned Vectis Toys Auctioneers in Teesside, where buyers and sellers from all over the world come to trade every toy imaginable.

Behind the scenes at internationally renowned Vectis Toys Auctioneers in Teesside, where buyers and sellers from all over the world come to trade every toy imaginable.