Blencathra, one of the most iconic peaks in the Lake District is up for sale for the first time in over four centuries, so grab your clothing for outdoors and see what you will need to make this particular purchase. It currently forms part of the Lonsdale Estate, but the sale is of the 868m peak and 2,676 acres of common grazing land that covers it. So if you have a few spare pennies then here’s your chance.

But how will this sale affect the Lakes and the future of the mountain itself. The head of the National Park itself doesn’t see it as being a major issue as there is already a lot of private ownership with the area. Over half of the Lake District is actually privately owned 58% to be exact, with the National Trust being the next major owner with 25%. The National Park actually only owes 4%, with the rest being held by the Forestry Commission and United Utilities. The National Park obviously wants a buyer that would be aware of the importance of the areas cultural heritage, its traditional farming and the environmental and conservation interests of the area. However, with any sale of property and land this cannot be 100% guaranteed.

However, other sales that have occurred in recent times have all gone well, so we shouldn’t expect to see a branch of Starbucks or MacDonald’s on the summit anytime soon. Back in 1923 the ‘Fell and Rock Climbing Club obtained over 3,000 acres and then simply donated it to The National Trust as they wanted it to be able to used in perpetuity (or forever for those sat at the back). Others have followed, including a certain Beatrix Potter who also wanted her land to go to an organization that would do its utmost to protect it for future generations to enjoy.

But what would you get for your money, here are a couple of facts and figures for you:

You get the title of The Lord of the Manor of Threlkeld.

The opportunity to apply for an individual coat of arms.

Rights to graze 5,741 ewes, 202 shearlings, 732 hogs and 200 lambs

An annual £1,000 rent from a local hydroelectric project, plus royalties from the energy produced

So if you have a spare £1.75 million burning a hole in your pocket, then here’s your chance to own a real mountain, and then you could really enjoy your clothing for outdoors. So get checking that lottery ticket!!