HAVE you ever wondered how much that dusty ornament on the top of the dresser is worth or speculated over the story behind a family heirloom?

Maybe you have stumbled across an unusual painting in a junk shop or have inherrited some intriguing jewellery, furniture or ceramics.

In a bid to uncover the hidden treasures of the South Lakes, Eden and Furness, The Westmorland Gazette has teamed up with David Brookes, fine arts valuer and auctioneer at Kendal Auction Rooms, for a special valuation feature, where readers can discover the value and history of their worldly possessions.

Send your photographs to Lizzie Anderson at The Westmorland Gazette, 1 Wainwright’s Yard, Kendal, LA9 4DP or lizzie.anderson@kendal.newsquest.co.uk.