PROPERTY auctions are a fascinating treasure trove of possibilities...
It's easy to imagine that buying at an auction is mainly for people are looking for one of those run-down terraced houses, desperately in need of major refurbishment.
While such homes are routinely sold at auction, this way of buying can also lead you to a property gem. Cast your eye over these properties, available at the April 1 Auction House Cumbria sale.
* Let us pay: If you've got the ready cash, you might consider a "substantial sandstone and slate former Methodist chapel," found in Cumwhinton village, three miles south east of Carlisle. Dating from 1904, and currently "dilapidated", this chapel has real potential. It is among the growing number of churches being sold off. Its guide price is £60,000.