Three St Albans wildcard properties are thrown into the mix to try to dazzle the judges into being selected for the final. Featuring a converted farmyard barn with a 21st century facelift, a zero-carbon self-build eco-home and a 1950s Scandinavian style bungalow.

Homeowners compete in the hope of being judged to have the best house in town. Today, three detached homes in Leicestershire - a retro-style family home, a country-style new build and a house with some seriously modern twists.