Historic Appleby Castle Hits Auction Block at £5.5M
Appleby Castle, a historic gem in Cumbria, England, is set to go under the hammer on October 30. The castle, with a guide price of £5.5 million, is currently used as a versatile events space and is considered suitable for the hit TV show, The Traitors. It boasts 22 bedrooms, numerous period interiors, and extensive grounds.
The castle's rich history dates back to Roman times, with notable owners including Henry II, Richard the Lionheart, Richard II, and Lady Anne Clifford. Today, it hosts a variety of events, from weddings and conferences to classic car rallies and battle re-enactments. The castle's interiors feature four-poster beds, big fires, wooden panels, and exposed brick or stone walls, offering a unique blend of history and comfort.
Spread over 25 acres of parkland, the castle offers a range of amenities, including two 'great halls', a commercial kitchen, library, billiard room, gym/spa, wine cellar, fishing rights on the River Eden, a tennis court, and a bee house. Additionally, there are three self-contained holiday cottages on the property. Despite its recent market presence with an asking price of around 11 million euros, there's no record of a recent sale.
Appleby Castle, with its rich history, versatile event spaces, and extensive amenities, is now available via auction with Knight Frank. Interested buyers can bid on October 30, with a guide price set at £5.5 million.
