Celebrating one of the UK’s most respected philatelists, dealers and storytellers in the world of philately. In the rich tapestry of British philately, few names stand taller or resonate more with collectors around the world than  Bill Barrell . As the driving force behind  Bill Barrell Ltd , Bill has dedicated decades to sourcing, studying, exhibiting and sharing the very best of Great Britain’s postal history and stamps. His passion, expertise and approachable style have ma

We asked some of the PTS Membership what their fav stamp is. Simon Carson, PTS Chair, Philangles : "One of my very favourite stamps aesthetically is the Falklands 1933 king penguin… I just love the detail and colour combo… yellow is one of my fav colours! Engraved, it uses the word king! This is the image on my business card… I secretly see myself as a king stamp dealer!"   Brian Bayford, BB Stamps : "My favourite stamp has to be the £1.00 Seahorse – SG. 403, my favourite col

Andrew Curd, of Gold PTS Member, Martello Philatelic Auctions Here are some of the star items that Martello Auctions has sold for PRIVATE vendors over the past years. You can meet online Andrew at Virtual Stampex 2026 on the 6th March. RSVP here: Why not collect other things as well as stamps?! Lot 171 from October 2025   1841 Two Penny Mulready, superb used envelope appears to be Boston to London 7th April 41, there is a hand written "Tonbridge Apr 7 1841 "" on reverse. NO f

On the 13th and 14th November 2025, ahead of the Sale of The 'PARIS' Library of Philatelic Literature auction, Heinrich Köhler & the AIJP hosted a Summit on Philatelic Literature in Wiesbaden, Germany. The PTS's Suzanne Rae was in attendance and shares her report here on this unique, inspiring, and informative event. Bidders in the room, The 'PARIS' Library of Philatelic Literature Sale held by PTS Member, Heinrich Köhler. Welcome to Wiesbaden I arrived at Köhler's offices ar