MY Cash in the Attic piece last week prompted a response from the featured couple David and Linda Sykes.

They were amused by my article but felt obliged to set the record a little bit straighter!

They volunteered for the show but say the sale that they attended was the wrong sort for their items. How true.

David admits he's a 'hoarder' and the family decided to give the programme a try. He says they were surprised by the values put on some of the items and because they didn't intend to give them away they placed reasonable reserves on those they treasured most.

In the circumstances the valuations proved to be high and therefore reserves were also strong, which means they still have their more prized possessions in safe keeping -- as well as having some pleasure along the way.

David (smack my hands for calling him Eric) said though they looked dejected on the programme (good acting eh?), they were actually quite pleased and Richard and Isabelle were also delighted to have their happy occasion broadcast to the nation. And why not?

It's an experience they would recommend to anyone and if they're happy with the outcome that's all that matters. I'm just sick because I'd have paid the reserve price for a couple of items.

I'M ashamed to be from this area after one man's performance on the Antiques Roadshow from Wigan on Sunday.

The ignoramous had dug up a Leeds creamware mug from 1770 while working in Chorley and when told its amazing value by expert Eric Knowles his response was "I've kept it for 40-odd years for £500!"

Sell it then!