In BBC’s ‘The Repair Shop‘, Jay Blades hosts a team of experts including Kirsten Ramsay (‘The Teddy Bear Lady’) and Will Kirk (‘The Handyman’) who restore family heirlooms.
Main cast
- Himself – HostJay Blades1–Main
- Herself – Teddy Bear LadyKirsten Ramsay1–Main
- Himself – HandymanWill Kirk1–Main
- Himself – HorologistSteve Fletcher1–Main
- Herself – UpholstererSonnaz Nooranvary1–Main
Supporting cast
- Himself – Tool and metalwork expertDominic Chinea3–Supp
- Himself – Ceramics expertKeith Barker1–Supp
- Herself – JewellerLorraine Altenborough4–Supp
- Himself – Leather expertDavid Burville1–Supp
- Herself – Painter and art restorerJulie Tatchell1–Supp
Guest & voice
- Himself – LocksmithDean Willmott2Guest
- Herself – Textile specialistSuzie Fletcher5Guest
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About this cast
The Repair Shop is a BBC One documentary series that follows a team of skilled craftspeople as they restore treasured family heirlooms and antique items. Hosted by Jay Blades, the series features regular experts such as Kirsten Ramsay (soft toy restoration) and Will Kirk (woodwork and general repairs), along with a rotating group of specialists.
FAQs
Who plays the host in The Repair Shop?
Jay Blades plays the host and is the face of the show, guiding the team and presenting restored items to their owners.
Who is the teddy bear lady on The Repair Shop?
Kirsten Ramsay is the teddy bear lady, a specialist in restoring soft toys and dolls.
Who is the handyman on The Repair Shop?
Will Kirk is the handyman, known for his woodworking and general repair skills.
Is The Repair Shop scripted?
No, it is an unscripted documentary series that follows real restoration processes, though some scenes may be arranged for filming.
Where is The Repair Shop filmed?
It is filmed at the Weald and Downland Living Museum in Singleton, West Sussex, England.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026