Bag an heirloom!

With more than 700 stands plus furniture, this fair takes over Ally Pally's Great Hall. You'll find everything from Georgian and Victorian pieces to 20th-century collectables.

Alexandra Palace, Wood Green, N22 (020-8883 7061). Sun 26 Sep, 11.30am-5pm, £5, child free. www.allypally-uk.com

CHELSEA ANTIQUES FAIR

The 98th Penman Chelsea Fair features 40 dealers selling vetted furniture, ceramics, silver, jewellery, paintings and statuary. Prices range from £50 to £50,000 and this year's dateline includes 20th-century Nouveau and Deco pieces.

Chelsea Old Town Hall, King's Road, SW3 (0870 3502442). Fri 24 Sep, 10.30am-8pm, Sat 25 Sep, 10.30am-6pm, Sun 26 Sep, 10.30am-5pm, unlimited entry £6, two for £10. www.penman-fairs.co.uk