Items from the "Downton Abbey" collection to be sold at an auction in London during August
The much-anticipated Downton Abbey auction, titled "DOWNTON ABBEY: THE AUCTION," is set to take place online by Bonhams from August 18 to September 16, 2025. This event promises a unique opportunity for fans to own a piece of the beloved series' history, with all proceeds going to the charity Together for Short Lives.
The auction will feature an array of costumes, props, and set pieces from the six-season series, which has been watched by over 120 million viewers worldwide. Highlights include the Grantham family's Sunbeam 20/60 automobile, estimated at £25,000 to £35,000, a central set piece known as the Bell Wall, valued at £5,000 to £7,000, and an Oak Dresser, including kitchen props, estimated at £1,000 to £1,500.
Among the costumes up for grabs are Lady Mary's Wedding Dress, valued at £3,000 to £5,000, and Lady Sybil's Harem Pants, from Season 1, Episode 4, priced similarly at £3,000 to £5,000. Other notable costumes include Lady Rose's Ball Gown from Series 4, Episodes 9 and 10, valued at £800 to £1,200, and various day dresses and a three-piece suit worn by Lady Violet Crawley (Dame Maggie Smith), estimated at £1,500 to £2,000 and £600 to £800 respectively.
In addition to the costumes and set pieces, props such as a clapperboard used during the production of the film "Downton Abbey: A New Era" are also up for auction, valued at $1,400 to $2,000.
The charity, Together for Short Lives, supports children with life-limiting conditions in the UK. This decision aligns with the series' heartfelt portrayal of human connections and empathy, making it a fitting recipient for the auction's proceeds.
The Downton Abbey series, created by Julian Fellowes, aired in the UK in 2010 and spans over 52 episodes. The series has also produced two spin-off films, titled "Downton Abbey: A New Era" and another one, with a third spin-off film, "The Grand Finale," expected in September.
The series' main cast includes Hugh Bonneville, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Michelle Dockery, and Elizabeth McGovern, among others. Fans of the series will have a chance to own a piece of its history while supporting a worthy cause.
A free exhibition of the auction items will be open to the public at Bonhams' New Bond Street saleroom in London from August 18 to September 16, 2025. Don't miss this opportunity to step into the world of Downton Abbey and contribute to a meaningful cause.
News about the upcoming Downton Abbey online auction, titled "DOWNTON ABBEY: THE AUCTION," from August 18 to September 16, 2025, promises fans the chance to own pieces of the series' history while supporting children with life-limiting conditions through Together for Short Lives. Exciting items up for grabs include movie props, set pieces, and costumes, such as Lady Mary's Wedding Dress, Lady Rose's Ball Gown, and even a clapperboard used during the production of "Downton Abbey: A New Era." The entertainment event, arranged by Bonhams, also offers the chance to view the auction items at a free exhibition at Bonhams' New Bond Street saleroom in London.
