Peter Mackay, 4th Earl of Inchcape facts for kids
Kenneth Peter Lyle Mackay, also known as Peter Inchcape, was born on January 23, 1943. He is a British nobleman, a person who owns a lot of land, and a successful businessman. He was also a member of the House of Lords, which is part of the UK Parliament, from 1994 to 1999.
Growing Up
Peter Inchcape is the older son of Kenneth Mackay, the 3rd Earl of Inchcape, and Aline Thorn Pease. He has a younger brother named James, born in 1947. Both brothers went to Eton College, a famous school in England.
After school, Peter Inchcape joined the army. He trained at the Mons Officer Cadet School and became an officer in the 9th/12th Royal Lancers. He is also related to Cornelius Vanderbilt, a very famous American businessman from history.
His Work and Titles
Peter Inchcape has been a director for many companies. He was the chairman of Duncan MacNeill Tea International, Glenapp Estate Company, and Saracen Power Ltd. He also became a member of the Royal Company of Archers.
On March 17, 1994, he inherited the title of Earl of Inchcape. This title, along with others like Viscount Glenapp, was first created in 1929. These titles are part of the peerage of the United Kingdom. Becoming an Earl meant he also got a seat in the House of Lords.
He was the leader, or Master, of the Worshipful Company of Grocers from 1993 to 1994. This is an old and respected group in London. He is also a member of the Oriental Club.
Peter Inchcape owns the Glenapp estate in Scotland. This large area is near Ballantrae in Ayrshire. He also has homes in London and in Clyffe Pypard, Wiltshire. In 2005, a newspaper called The Sunday Times estimated his wealth to be about £50 million.
His Family
Peter Inchcape married Georgina Nisbet on June 7, 1966. They have three children:
- Lady Elspeth Pease Mackay, born November 3, 1972
- Ailsa Fiona Stonor, Baroness Camoys, born April 1, 1977. She married William Stonor, 8th Baron Camoys, on March 20, 2004.
- Fergus James Kenneth Mackay, Viscount Glenapp, born July 9, 1979. He is Peter Inchcape's heir.
Peter Inchcape is the nephew of Simon Mackay, Baron Tanlaw, who is also a nobleman. His son, Viscount Glenapp, is married to Rebecca Jackson from Cottisford.
Other Roles
Peter Inchcape has held several important positions:
- He was the chairman of the Asia-Pacific Foundation. This group works to fight against terrorism.
- He was the deputy chairman of Austin Motors, a car company.
- He was a director of Assam Oil & Natural Gas.
- He is a trustee for the charity MapAction.
