THE TV show that unearths family treasures is coming to one of the region's great stately homes.

BBC One's ever-popular Antiques Roadshow will be at Castle Howard, near Malton on July 13.

The doors will open at 9.30am and entry to the show is free with no tickets or pre-registration is required.

Many of Britain’s leading antiques and fine arts specialists will be on hand to offer free advice and valuations to visitors, who are invited to raid their attics and bring along their family heirlooms, household treasures and car-boot sale bargains for inspection by the experts.

Antiques Roadshow presenter Fiona Bruce, who marks her tenth year presenting the programme, said: “The best part of working on Antiques Roadshow is that we never know who or what is going to turn up on the day.

"The visitors, the objects they bring, their stories and the location all combine to make a fabulous experience that we aim to capture for the viewers.

“If you are a fan of Antiques Roadshow, curious to see behind the scenes, or just fancy a day out, I would urge you to dig out your treasures and come along."

Antiques Roadshow celebrates a special anniversary this year. It was 40 years ago on May 17 1977, that the cameras rolled at Hereford town hall, as then-presenter Bruce Parker and expert Arthur Negus welcomed visitors to the very first recording.

*Visitors are welcome to just turn up on the day, but if they have an item with a particularly unusual story attached, an interesting collection, or large items of furniture, they can let the producers know in advance via the Share Your Story link on bbc.co.uk/antiquesroadshow Alternatively, email: antiques.roadshow@bbc.co.uk or write to Antiques Roadshow, BBC, Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2LR.