Specialist Toy Auctions
British Toy Auctions is one of the UK’s leading auction houses dedicated to vintage toys and collectables. We are specialists in a range of different areas including: diecasts, model railways, model cars, constructional toys, action figures, dolls, bears, railwayana, automobilia and retro gaming. Our head office and sale room is based in Runcorn, Cheshire, but you can find our valuation centres across the North West. Delivering the best customer service alongside the best price is what we stand for. Come and see what makes British Toy Auctions a haven for toy enthusiasts.
Events at British Toy Auctions
We regularly hold vintage toy auctions and valuation days every month, so make sure to keep an eye out for our next event. You will always find our events calendar up to date with information on the duration, location and expertise on offer. We look forward to seeing you soon at our next auction and valuation day.
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News from British Toy Auctions
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Our Services
Valuations
Find out the true value of your treasured childhood toys. Our team is composed of lifelong collectors who have a lot of love for and unrivalled knowledge of vintage toys. Our professional service can also be used for probate and insurance purposes.
Shipping
Providing unparalleled customer service is standard at British Toy Auctions. Complete your purchase within 24 hours of the auction, and your lot will be packed and dispatched the very next day. No waiting around; just a fast and efficient service.
Charities
We offer a free valuation and sales service for charities across the UK. Make sure any item donated to your cause is properly identified and sold for the right price. Our experts ensure no opportunist can take advantage of unrecognised toy values.
How to Buy
If you are new to the world of auctions, our guide will help you to understand the bidding process. There are many ways you can place a bid, so you do not even have to be present at our Runcorn saleroom to win a certain toy or collectable.
How to Sell
Getting the best price for your treasured vintage toys is paramount. Learn more about the sales process with us, including vendor fees, our marketing efforts and how we reach our valuations.
Vendor Fees only 15%
& FREE Collection **
British Toy Auctions proudly offers low vendor fees of just 15%*. Vendors also benefit from our free collection service that covers the entirety of the UK mainland**. You will receive a fully itemised statement roughly three weeks after the sale, so you have all the details on hand.
*A small lot charge of £3 per lot applies, plus VAT
**Ts & Cs apply
Knowledgeable, Specialist Cataloguers
Our friendly and approachable team have decades of experience in the vintage toy and collectables market. Learn more about the people behind British Toy Auctions, as well as our specialist areas of interest.