The name’s Nick, Nick Bennett – the James Bond superfan from Greater Manchester who owns the largest collection of 007 memorabilia in the world.
The 56-year-old has amassed more than 18,000 pieces during his time as a James Bond collector but keeps them locked away on an industrial estate. He’s admitted even some of his closest family and friends are unaware of his “private” hobby – keeping the impressive collection for his eyes only.
The ever-increasing hoard of merchandise has been officially certified as a Guinness World Record, so far holding the record for seven years running. The former landlord said while he only started collecting during the Piers Brosnan era in his 30s, his “fascination” with the fictional secret agent began when he was just eight-years-old.
