Salvage Hunters went to Coniston and Windermere in its latest episode, which aired last Wednesday. The Sky programme saw Drew Pritchard, who regularly travels up and down the country to find items to replenish his decorative salvage yard, pay a visit to Coniston’s 500-year-old copper mine and several Lakes antique dealers. Drew and side kick John Tee were full of praise for the area as they were shown entering the county in their van. The pair were certain that they would find some great pieces. Drew said: “One of the most beautiful places in Europe with quite a lot of decent antique shops actually nestled amongst it.