Whisper it — British antiques fairs aren’t what they used to be. Blame it on Brexit or Covid, but something has sent many of the French, Belgian and Italian dealers packing. Add in the low barrier to entry for amateur Instagram dealers and it’s a recipe for slim pickings.
Best to fit a flea market or antiques fair into your summer holiday plans. I know I’d rather spring out of bed at 6am to browse a French brocante — a second-hand market with pro dealers - than chuck a towel over a sun lounger. My partner Byron has resigned himself to my rummaging.
