Heir Hunters

  

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Heir HuntersThe search for heirs of a retired dressmaker uncovers tales of boxing and bigamy, and the tragic story of a family decimated by the Holocaust. (S11 Ep3) [S]Fri, Mar 15, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe search is on for heirs to the million-pound estate of Douglas McMurrich, a retired engineer who was survived by his 76-year-old pet tortoise. (S11 Ep2) [S]Thu, Mar 14, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersWhile on the case of a Leicester City fan, a surprise adoption and travelling ancestors threaten to derail the search for heirs. (S11 Ep1) [S]Wed, Mar 13, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersMaureen Gallagher's case, worth over £250k, uncovers the fascinating histories of German nationals who were married to Brits during both world wars, and the hardships it brought. (S12 Ep20) [S]Tue, Mar 12, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe case of John Trevor Hoyle reveals how a relative's career helped change public perception of disability guide dogs. (S12 Ep19) [S]Mon, Mar 11, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersIn Eileen Holmes's case, research leads to a heroic cousin who was a founding member of the SAS and involved in some of the most daring campaigns of World War II. (S12 Ep18) [S]Wed, Mar 6, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe case of Freda Packman uncovers the intriguing history of one of the UK's first stunt pilots, as well as revealing several tragic stories on the paternal side of the family. (S12 Ep17) [S]Tue, Mar 5, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersWhen a member of the public tells probate researchers about a house that's been empty for years, Michael Buerk and the team set out to trace Elizabeth Dean's next of kin. (S12 Ep16) [S]Mon, Mar 4, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe death of David Ray reveals how a father and son lived separate lives under the same roof for more than 50 years. And the team get an insight into a secretive religious sect. (S12 Ep15) [S]Fri, Mar 1, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersAn advert in a local newspaper set the team on the exciting trail to find the late Andrew Hughes' family. They uncover an unusual career on the railways during their search. (S12 Ep14) [S]Thu, Feb 29, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersMichael Buerk and the hunters take on the case of Peter Kelly, a retired haulier with a large house and garden full of cars. And the case of Ivy Henshaw uncovers a rich history. (S12 Ep13) [S]Wed, Feb 28, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe case of illustrator Jean Crow's estate reveals an artistic streak running throughout the family line. The team use all their skills to beat the competition and find heirs. (S12 Ep12) [S]Tue, Feb 27, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe case of Edward Burridge gets off to a false start, then reveals a rags-to-riches story of a relative who was respected by some of the 20th century's biggest celebrities. (S12 Ep10) [S]Fri, Feb 23, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersAs the hunters work on the case of Maureen Newydomyi, they find an heir living in one of the world's most famous and recognisable addresses. (S12 Ep8) [S]Wed, Feb 21, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe case of John Powney, whose love for music and vast record collection could lead to unexpected riches for his heirs. A birth certificate error sends the team on the wrong path. (S12 Ep7) [S]Tue, Feb 20, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersMichael Buerk follows the team on the valuable case of Alexander Gibb who left two properties behind. The search for heirs uncovers country estates and a history of landed gentry. (S12 Ep6) [S]Mon, Feb 19, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe team search for heirs to a significant inheritance and uncover a family secret that throws everything on its head, diverting the money in a different direction. (S12 Ep5) [S]Fri, Feb 16, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe team take on the high-value estate of much-loved entertainer Gerald Bryce, who worked at one of Britain's most popular holiday camps in its heyday. (S12 Ep4) [S]Thu, Feb 15, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe case of James Cheetham reveals a sporting legend, as well as the tragedy of one of Britain's worst transport disasters, which took the lives of some of his family. (S12 Ep3) [S]Wed, Feb 14, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersWhen Charlie Graves' friends contact the team to find family in time for his funeral, they discover that he was involved in one of the most bitter industrial disputes in history. (S12 Ep2) [S]Tue, Feb 13, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe genealogy detectives return as they find more heirs to unclaimed fortunes. The team make a surprise discovery about a retired postman... could he've been a secret millionaire? (S12 Ep1) [S]Mon, Feb 12, 5:50 pmMore 465 mins
Heir HuntersThe search for heirs to the £250,000 estate of Keith Bryant reveals a fascinating insight into the tensions of the Cold War. (S6 Ep8) [S]Fri, Oct 20, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe team investigate the case of Arthur Jones, who died leaving £225,000. They uncover Arthur's tragic life story as an ex-soldier who was haunted by his memories of war. (S6 Ep6) [S]Fri, Oct 20, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe hunters investigate the case of Robin Miller, which gives an heir the chance to find out more about his grandfather's past as one of Kitchener's Army. (S6 Ep5) [S]Thu, Oct 19, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersAs the hunters search for relatives of Margaret Snare, who died at the age of 85 in 2010, they uncover a family history that doesn't add up... (S6 Ep4) [S]Thu, Oct 19, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersWhile investigating the case of David Granger - who died in Northampton in 2010 - the hunters uncover a family mystery of two brothers separated from the rest of their family. (S6 Ep3) [S]Wed, Oct 18, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersRetired carpenter Ernest Wright died in 2010, leaving an estate worth £200,000. The team head to Essex to investigate, but have they found the wrong person? (S6 Ep2) [S]Wed, Oct 18, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe team search for heirs of Eileen Nearne, and the case reveals her incredible secret past as an undercover spy in World War II. (S6 Ep1) [S]Tue, Oct 17, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersAs the hunters race to find the heirs of a man from Margate, they discover a life shrouded in mystery. And the case of a Cambridgeshire man reveals a tug-of-war sporting legend. (S11 Ep20) [S]Tue, Oct 17, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersHeirs to the estate of a popular Sussex man learn about their remarkable grandfather, a priest in the British Orthodox church. (S11 Ep19) [S]Mon, Oct 16, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe search is on for relatives of a lady from Lambeth. And the hunters try to crack a 26-year-old case, which uncovers a sad and surprising family secret. (S11 Ep18) [S]Mon, Oct 16, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersA council is looking for relatives of a retired builder, and the hunters take on the case. But faced with a large family and a common surname, it's a nightmare search. (S11 Ep17) [S]Fri, Oct 13, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe hunters search for relatives of a south London lady, but there's a surprise twist. And on another intriguing case, the team uncover the story of a man who led a double life. (S11 Ep16) [S]Fri, Oct 13, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe search for heirs to a £100,000 estate reveals a surprise connection to gun making in Birmingham. Plus, the case of a Fulham man who had Indian ancestry proves challenging. (S11 Ep15) [S]Thu, Oct 12, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersA new lead opens on a 24-year-old unsolved case, and the search for heirs of a Romford lady reveals a link to the story that inspired the film Made in Dagenham. (S11 Ep14) [S]Thu, Oct 12, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersA case leads to an emotional reunion between an aunt and niece who have been estranged for 30 years. And a Dagenham lady uncovers a link to Whitechapel and Jack the Ripper. (S11 Ep11) [S]Tue, Oct 10, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersFriends of a Battersea lady who travelled the world ask the team to find her family. And the search for relatives of a silk weaver's son is jeopardised by a surprise revelation. (S11 Ep10) [S]Tue, Oct 10, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe race is on to find relatives of a Kent lady, but her father's family cause headaches. And on a case with a common surname in Wales, the team uncover the story of a naval hero. (S11 Ep9) [S]Mon, Oct 9, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersIt's dÂejÁa vu for the hunters as they investigate an estate where relatives will be inheriting for the second time in three years. And the search is on for relatives of a boat fan. (S11 Ep8) [S]Mon, Oct 9, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe search for heirs of a retired dressmaker uncovers tales of boxing and bigamy, and the tragic story of a family decimated by the Holocaust. (S11 Ep3) [S]Wed, Oct 4, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe search is on for heirs to the million-pound estate of Douglas McMurrich, a retired engineer who was survived by his 76-year-old pet tortoise. (S11 Ep2) [S]Wed, Oct 4, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersWhile on the case of a Leicester City fan, a surprise adoption and travelling ancestors threaten to derail the search for heirs. (S11 Ep1) [S]Tue, Oct 3, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersIn Dorset, the team race against time to unlock the history of a sprawling family that includes a former naval police officer and an ever-growing list of hidden family members. (S10 Ep20) [S]Tue, Oct 3, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersTwo properties go under the hammer in a high-value case. But to work out the heir, the team has the small matter of working out who the deceased actually was. (S10 Ep19) [S]Mon, Oct 2, 2:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersWhen a lift attendant's Leeds home goes up for auction, the team unravel the family history of her grandad, who worked his way up through society to become a top chauffeur. (S10 Ep18) [S]Mon, Oct 2, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe team take on a search just in on the Government's Bona Vacantia list that leads them to Lancashire, where they uncover a family hero who flew Wellington bombers during WWII. (S10 Ep17) [S]Fri, Sept 29, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersIn a case with its roots planted firmly in London's East End, the team investigate an immigrant Jewish family who survived the horrors of Europe only to endure the Blitz. (S10 Ep16) [S]Thu, Sept 28, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe team race to find relatives on one of their most valuable ever cases. When an NHS pathologist dies, the search leads to a family torn apart by tuberculosis. (S10 Ep15) [S]Wed, Sept 27, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersThe team try to crack a new treasury case before a rival firm. With family lines leading nowhere, the team's research takes an interesting tack when records point to India. (S10 Ep14) [S]Tue, Sept 26, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins
Heir HuntersIn Kent, the house clearance of a retired lathe operator uncovers a large family, but surname changes don't add up and illegitimate births mean many won't be entitled. (S10 Ep13) [S]Mon, Sept 25, 1:10 pmMore 460 mins