Kayleigh Davies, UK Antiques & Auction Expert

I’m frequently called upon as a toy expert, auction expert and antiques specialist by the press, providing insight on toy valuations, collectibles and the changing value of everyday objects.

With nearly 15 years in the auction industry, working as an auctioneer, valuer, TV antiques expert and now UK specialist for Auctionet, I make toys, antiques and collectibles feel approachable and culturally relevant.

Kayleigh Davies and Chris Kamara in Cash In The Attic

GB News

Discussing the soaring prices of music memorabilia.

Recently featured in…

The Guardian – How to avoid fraudsters selling fake collectibles

Kayleigh explains how buyers can protect themselves from fakes and fraud in the collectibles market.

The Telegraph – How to flog your wares at a car boot sale, and maximise your profits

Practical advice on pricing, presentation, and making the most of Britain's booming car boot sales.

Newsweek – Thrifter shares $60 'gamble,' what he found goes viral

International coverage on how to spot genuine collectibles when thrifting.

Good Housekeeping – 14 Nostalgic 80s and 90s Toys That Are Shockingly Valuable Today

This is Money – Monopoly turns 90: Is your rare version of the game worth thousands?

Which editions, misprints and complete boxed sets command strong prices, and how condition and provenance affect value.

Reader's Digest – 15 Things in Your House Right Now That Could Be Worth Money

Homes & Antiques – A pickled 'alien' and haunted paintings: The UK's 10 weirdest auction buys

Kayleigh comments on some of the strangest objects to have gone under the hammer, from haunted artworks to bizarre celebrity memorabilia.

GB News - Collectors have cast doubt on the staying power of King Charles III stamps

Ideal Home – This quirky kitchenware trend is surging in popularity

How vintage kitchenware is capturing collectors' attention and where to find it.

Country Living – What to ask before buying vintage glassware

Kayleigh's checklist for spotting quality and condition issues before buying vintage glass.

Good Housekeeping – Antique shopping tips from the experts

House Beautiful UK – via PressReader

The Daily Brit – New study reveals the most popular and valuable antiques of 2025

Good Housekeeping – Vintage items you should never put in the dishwasher

Mass Movement – Episode 92: Far Beyond the World I've Known (Podcast)

Mostly toy talk, with a mention of Kayleigh's work at Auctionet.

Martha Stewart – Valuable items you might regret donating

Country Living – Vintage antiques to think twice about before donating

Martha Stewart – Valuable childhood collectibles

Country Living – Collectables losing value fast in 2026

Parade – Popular 1980s toys

Parade – 1980s toys that would be considered too dangerous today

Better Homes & Gardens – Vintage fabrics worth collecting

Country Living – Vintage items losing value

Good Housekeeping – Kitchen antiques collectors like

Good Housekeeping UK – Kitchen antiques collectors like

Dengarden – How to source antiques for your yard (also syndicated to Yahoo Shopping)

Parade – The history of the 1979 Kenner Star Wars rocket-firing Boba Fett toy

Better Homes & Gardens – 15 Last-Minute Gifts You Can Make with Thrift Store Finds

Martha Stewart — 8 Items That Antique Stores Won't Buy From You, According to the Pros

The Spruce – 7 Expert Tips for Spotting Fake Vintage So You Don't Spend More Than You Should

Financial Planning – Record scratch? Advisors on investing in vintage vinyl

Kayleigh on the growing collector market for vinyl records and what makes certain pressings worth seeking out.

Heirlooms at Home — Too Precious to Use? These 5 Antiques Are Meant for Everyday Living, Experts Say

WorthPoint – 20th Century Design: How to Spot a Piece Worth Investing In

How to recognise quality in 20th century design and what makes certain pieces worth holding onto.

Made for Mums – Could your kids' old LEGO be worth thousands?

On what parents should check before donating — and which sets are quietly holding serious value.

Yahoo! – 5 Burger King Toys Worth Way More Today

On the surprising value of fast food toys, and why even everyday objects can become serious collectibles.

Food Republic – How Much Your Old Sterling Silverware Set Is Actually Worth

Nation Cymru – These are the most sought-after Welsh collectibles

From ceramics to nostalgic memorabilia, and how online auctions are changing collecting habits in Wales.

D&CFilm – Why vintage film posters are more than just nostalgia

On why film posters are culturally significant and why collectors are treating them as long-term investments.

The Gavel and The Gabble – The Toy Market Explained with Kayleigh Davies

A deep dive into what drives demand in the toy market, and why nostalgia makes toys such powerful collectibles. (Podcast)

BBC Business Today

Kayleigh Davies explains the rising popularity of retro tech.

Channel 5 - Cash In The Attic

Kayleigh Davies is an on-screen expert for Channel 5’s Cash In The Attic, rummaging in people’s homes to find hidden treasure.

Contact me

Press enquiries welcome.

I’m available for expert comment on toy market trends, toy valuations, collecting & auction insights, as well as antiques and collectibles generally.

Contact me here and I’ll respond promptly.