The iconic Ripley Castle Estate is up for sale, with several big names throwing their hats in the ring to buy it. The extensive country estate, located on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in the North of England, was reportedly eyed off by Taylor Swift and the United States President Donald Trump. This is the first time in history the castle has been brought onto the market, with the property being handled by Carter Jonas in affiliation with Christie’s International Real Estate.Credit: daves_archive _inactive via flickrDating back over seven centuries, the estate originally formed part of Edeline Thweng's dowry to Sir Thomas Ingilby in the early 14th century. It has been kept as the family home of the Ingilbys ever since.Credit: R/DV/RS via flickrSprawling across approximately 445 acres of Yorkshire parkland and sculpted gardens including an orangery and squash court, the Grade I-listed Ripley Castle itself marks the jewel in the estate’s crown. The extensive history of the building means it is home to three distinct architectural styles, a result of nearly five centuries of craftsmanship. Key features of the castle are the Gatehouse, the reception hall, and the three-storey Old Tower. The estate is