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Series 12 Ep 10 – Edward Sidney Burridge

The case of Edward Burridge gets off to a false start with an illegitimate birth, while the search reveals a rags-to-riches story of a relative who was respected and loved by some of the biggest celebrities of the 20th century.

April 30, 2018

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Series 12 Ep 9 – Richard Thomas Evans

There is tough competition for the high-value estate of Richard Thomas Evans, so Michael Buerk and the team have to pool all their resources to stay on track. They uncover a war hero who died in a tragic accident, and an unexpected twist at the end of their search turns everything on its head.

April 27, 2018

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BBC Kent : Pension clause leads to unexpected windfall for Kent sisters

When unmarried postal worker, Christopher Cole, from Thanet, died in Margate at only 52 it sparked an extensive search for next of kin.

April 26, 2018

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Series 12 Ep 8 – Christopher Cole

Heir Hunters are called in to track down family members who could inherit a substantial windfall from the estate of Christopher Cole, despite there being a valid will in place.

April 26, 2018

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Series 12 Ep 7 – John Powney

Record Collection worth £1000’s. With only one piece of information to start with, the team at Finders international team have no time to waste and delve into the death record of John Powney, in search for his heirs.

April 25, 2018

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Series 12 Ep 6 – Robert Brian Heavens

Father’s secret life at 70. With a name like Heavens, you expect the research to be just that.

April 25, 2018

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Series 12 Ep 4 – Gerald Bryce

Invalid Will holding a £300,000 estate. The Finders International team take a risk when they come across the estate of Gerald Bryce.

April 25, 2018

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Series 12 Ep 3 – John Donaghy

Racing to find Donaghy heirs. Painter and decorator John Donaghy passed away at the age of 68 in July 2016.

April 25, 2018

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Series 12 Ep 2 – Roy Panther

Stargazing discovery for Panther Heirs. With an unusual name of Panther, the Finders International team are lured into what is seemingly a straight forward case. However, as the case unfolds, more common names come to light which requires all hands-on deck.

April 25, 2018

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Heir Hunters

Heir Hunters is a popular BBC1 daytime show featuring Finders International, an heir search firm involved since its launch.

Heir Hunters highlights the expertise of our researchers and representatives through interviews with staff and beneficiaries. If Finders International’s heir hunting team reaches out, it’s always good news and could lead to a significant windfall!

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