Christine McGuinness encountered Coronation Street actor Colson Smith whilst competing on The Games, and their competitive spirit remained fierce during BBC Two's Celebrity Antiques Road Trip. As the programme began, former Miss Liverpool Christine cautioned Colson that her "blagging skills are unreal" before their treasure hunt began.

Nevertheless, both Colson and Christine required assistance from programme experts Irita Marriot and auctioneer Hettie Jago whilst browsing through Cheshire ahead of the crucial auction in Wakefield, reports the Express . Among Christine's initial purchases was a 17th-century leather jug, which she negotiated down from £75 to £65.

When Colson and Christine reconvened following their antique shopping spree, it emerged that the actor had spent £230 on his

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