Sir Benjamin Slade, 79, wants a new wife that's at least 20 years younger than him – but he is quite picky and has an extensive list of requirements to meet in order to bag the £50k Are you in possession of a shotgun license? Look no further! (Image: SWNS)

A controversial aristocrat has launched an appeal to find a bride - who must be a good ballroom dancer and can fire a shotgun.

Sir Benjamin Slade, 79, says his new wife would need to be at least 20 years younger - meaning women in their 60s need not apply. In return, the new Lady Slade will be paid £50,000-a-year to help run his sprawling 1,300-acre Somerset estate . Sir Benjamin also stipulates that his new wife must not be a Scorpio , use drugs or be an alcoholic.

He is also after a "good breeder" so he can have a male h

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