Local Wandsworth resident, Will Kirk loves that nothing but good happens in The Repair Shop, the BBC TV series that restores treasured objects to their former glory
The magic of The Repair Shop, with its heart-warming stories and incredible transformations, The Repair Shop is one of the nation’s favourite TV shows and has picked up a slew of awards, including a TV BAFTA and a National Television Award.
The Repair Shop, which is described as an ‘antidote to throwaway culture’, sees a group of expert craftspeople help members of the public by bringing treasured antiques and much-loved pieces of family history and the memories they hold back to life – proving that anything can be restored to its former glory.
Will’s love of restoration
One of the favourite presenters on the show is Will Kirk, who embodies the essence of craftsmanship and wood restoration. With a passion for breathing new life into treasured heirlooms, he captivates audiences with his meticulous attention to detail and genuine warmth. Hailing from a background in furniture restoration, Will’s expertise extends beyond mere repairs; it’s a labour of love, preserving the stories and memories woven into each piece. He’s said: ‘You’re not just fixing something. You’re making history tangible again.’
Home in Wandsworth
Will’s home in Wandsworth is close to shops and recreation areas and is hub of activity, but in his spare time he lovely strolls through the countryside, having grown up in Farnham, Surrey.
Will’s passion for restoration shine through every episode of The Repair Shop he appears in and his love for what he does is infectious, inspiring others to appreciate the beauty behind each piece he works on.
Where is the show filmed?
The show is filmed at the Weald and Downland Living Museum in Singleton, a charming village in the Lavant Valley, which itself is in Chichester, West Sussex. The workshop viewers see on screen is a building called the Court Barn that, according to the official museum website, dates from the late 17th or early 18th century.The open-air museum, which is spread over 40 acres and comprises more than 50 historic buildings dating from 950 AD to the 19th century, is open to visitors all year round. The barn itself is not, however – oh, and the museum doesn’t offer a repair service outside the show!
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