This has been an interesting thread to read. I had not heard of this organization before.

It seems that the main complaint of the rabble is the selling of titles. So what - if someone thinks he/she can purchase a real title for about 30 pounds, we can take it for granted that they are less informed about issues of nobility than the average person.

I did take some time to research Highland Titles and I didn't find them much different from The Nature Conservancy, a charitable organization registered in the U.S. for the purpose of protecting nature. What's the difference you ask - for your annual membership fees The Nature Conservancy sends you a monthly newsletter and a magazine every other month; for a one time fee Highland titles appears to send a document showing your membership and declaring your are a lord or lady. Either way, the income goes toward preserving some aspect of nature.

In addition to the Audubon Society, Nature Conservancy, and Arbor Day Foundation; I believe I may have to add the title of Lord as another way to support conservation worldwide.

Bob