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Lordship Title of Doddiscombe
County: Devon
Parish: Bampton
History from: 1066
History to: Prior to 1500
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Our lowest priced title, also available for 12 monthly payments of £125. All our titles come with two statements of truth by UK registered solicitors confirming the rights to the title.Lordship Title of Nobright or Norbright
County: Surrey
Parish: Godstone
History from: 1200
History to: 1698
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John de Lobright was the first lord of Nobright in the 13th century. William Swan was the first lord to be knighted. His son Thomas conveys Nobright to John Evelyn, a Justice of the Peace. John's grandfather had made his fortune by obtaining a monopoly for the making of gunpowder under the Tudors. In 1636 John gets into a dispute with Parliament over the gunpowder contract and loses it. In 1640 he is elected a Member of Parliament. He is knighted and is a reluctant supporter of Parliament in the Civil War. Sir John dies leaving a son and heir also John, who receives a baronet (hereditary knighthood). Sir John is appointed High Sheriff of Surrey.Lordship Title of Nether Burton or Prior’s Burton
County: Northamptonshire
Parish: Burton Latimer
History from: 1221
History to: 1557
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The first lord of Nether Burton was Henry de Braybrook a judge and former High Sheriff of Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Rutland. The 3rd lord Sir Walter de Godarville is made Castellan (Constable) of Devizes Castle. The 6th lord is Richard Empson who is knighted by the Prince of Wales (to be Henry III). He is also appointed High Steward of Cambridge University and Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. In 1509 he falls from grace when he is convicted of constructive treason and is beheaded. Nether Burton is forfeited to the Crown. King Henry grants Nether Burton to Sir William Compton however by an Act of Parliament Thomas Empson regains possession of his father's lands. Nether Burton is sold to Richard Fermor who in 1540 is found guilty of misprison of treason (not reporting a treasonous act) and sentenced to life imprisonment, Nether Burton is again forfeit to the Crown. Richard is pardoned and Nether Burton returned to him. His son John is knighted on the eve of Queen Mary's coronation. He serves as a Knight of the Shire and Member of Parliament for Northamptonshire.Lordship Title of Lalleford
County: Bedfordshire
Parish: Luton
History from: 1425
History to: 1815
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The 10th Lord of Lalleford is Sir Robert Napier. He had a amassed his fortune through trading with Turkey. He is appointed High Sheriff of Bedfordshire in 1602. Ten years later he is granted a Baronet (a hereditary knighthood) by King James. The following year he is elected Sheriff of London but refuses to take up the responsibility. He is fined 400 marks. Sir Robert dies in 1637 leaving a son and heir also Sir Robert who is a barrister of Gray's Inn. Three years later he is elected a Member of Parliament for Peterborough. Sir Robert sides with King Charles in the English Civil War and has his estates sequestered. Sir Robert yields to Parliament's will and has his estates returned. Sir Robert dies and Lalleford passes to his grandson Sir Robert Napier. He dies and Lalleford passes to his uncle Sir John Napier, a career politician who serves in the Cavalier Parliament until 1679. Sir John goes insane eventually dying leaving a son and heir Sir Theophilus. He serves as High Sheriff of Bedfordshire in 1716. The 17th Lord of Lalleford is Francis Herne of Middlesex who sits in the House of Commons from 1754 to 1776. Francis serves as High Sheriff of Bedfordshire in 1753. He sells Lalleford to John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute. His son also John is created Viscount Mountjoy (in the Isle of Wight), Earl of Windsor and Marquess of Bute. He is made a Fellow of the Royal Society (a self-governing fellowship of scientists, engineers and technologists.Lordship Title of Vaddicote
County: Devon
Parish: Shebbear
History from: Unknown
History to: Lord before 1500
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This is one of only a few titles that we offer for £1,500 or under a payment schedule.Lordship Title of Fairford
County: Devon
Parish: Tedburn St Mary
History from: Unknown
History to: Lost before 1500
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This is one of only a few titles that we offer for £1,500 or under a payment schedule.Lordship Title of Addington Parva
County: Northamptonshire
Parish: Little Addington
History from: Pre 1066
History to: 1627 - the reign of James I
Of interest…
The Addington Parva lordship dates back to before the Norman Conquest (1066) and the first known lord was a Saxon Azor. The lordship is listed in the Domesday Book (1086). The value of the estate prior to the Conquest was 12 shillings but doubled in value at Domesday to the princely sum of one pound. There were only four villagers. Land was measured in ploughlands. This was the quantity of land a team of eight oxen could till in a single annual season. In modern terms it is approximately 120 acres. The post Conquest lord was Osmund owing service to his overlord the Bishop Geoffrey of Coutances.Lordship Title of Hayne
County: Devon
Parish: Eggesford
History from: Unknown
History to: Lost before 1500
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This title is the only title to be offerd at £1,500 including VAT.Lortdship Title of Thorp’s
County: Wiltshire
Parish: Allington
History from: 1386
History to: 1762
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The first known lord of Thorp's is Sir John Thorp. He is a Knight of the Shire and Member of Parliament for Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. Henry Thorp, the 4th lord, joins the Earl of Gloucester in a revolt against King Henry IV. The revolt is unsuccessful and Henry is imprisoned in the Tower of London. He posts bail of 500 marks and clears himself of the charges. He is later elected a Knight of the Shire and Member of Parliament for Wiltshire. He is also appointed High Sheriff of Wiltshire.Lordship Title of Alston
County: Devon
Parish: Holberton
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
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Alston dates back to the Norman Conquest. Recorded at Domesday, the lord is Fulco of Portlemouth, and the Tenant-in-Chief, Iudhael of Totnes.Lordship Title of Bunhill
County: Worcestershire
Parish: Bromsgrove
History from: 1472 - the reign of Edward IV
History to: 1812 - the reign of King George III
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The first surviving records for Bunhill are at the death of Sir Ralph Boteler of Sudeley, when he is lord of the manor. In 1539, Lady Jane Bray holds Bunhill. The last record of the lordship and manor of Bunhill is recorded in 1720.Lordship Title of Watkins
County: Bedfordshire
Parish: Steppingley
History from: 1301 - the reign of Edward I
History to: 1604 - the reign of James I
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At the turn of the 14th century, Walter de Steppingley grants one messuage (farm) and 6 virgates of land to Henry Watkin. It passes to a son also called Henry. In 1512, William Jurdon is Lord of Watkins Manor, he leaves Watkins to George Hynton. George dies leaving a son and heir, Thomas, who is just 4 years old. View full history under 'Further Information'.Lordship Title of Appledore
County: Devon
Parish: Clannaborough
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
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Appledore dates back to the Norman Conquest and is recorded at Domesday, the lord being Ralph {of BruyËre}, with tenant-in-chief, Baldwin, the sheriff.Lordship Title of Baccamoor
County: Devon
Parish: Plympton St Mary
History from: 1066
History to: 1554 - the reign of Mary I
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Dating back to the Norman Conquest, the lord at Domesday is recorded as Ralph of Pomeroy, with the tenant-in-chief being Iudhael of Totnes. Baccamoor is last noted in 1554.Lordship Title of Bayllols
County: Berkshire
Parish: Harwell
History from: 1217 - the reign of Henry III
History to: 1479 - the reign of Henry VII
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Hugh de Bailleul accompanied Thomas de St Valery against the Count of Eu. The lord in 1300 is holding a tenement in Harwell, Honour of St Valery, by knights service.Lordship Title of Kinsham
County: Worcestershire
Parish: Bredon
History from: 1154 - the reign of Henry II
History to: 1571 - the reign of Mary I
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In 1301, John de Thorndon gives a rent of £10, half of which derives from Kinsham, to Guy de Beauchamp, Earl of Warwick. Later in 1327, Lady Alice de Beauchamp is confirmed holding Kinsham. View full history under 'Further Information'.Lordship Title of Boehill
County: Devon
Parish: Sampford Peverell
History from: 1066
History to: 1407 - the reign of Henry IV
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Boehill dates back to the Norman Conquest, the lord at Domesday being Walter of Claville. It is last recorded in the 15th century.Lordship Title of Ashleys
County: Hertfordshire
Parish: Rickmansworth
History from: 1364
History to: 1531
Of interest…
Ashleys has an overlord of the Abbot of St Albans for hundreds of years. During that time there are several disputes over lordships. In the fifteenth century, the abbot is displaced from the lordship by the Crown due to the actions of the abbot's brother in a rebellion. This highlights that all property ownership is at the consent of the Crown. Again, in the fifteenth century, Ashleys comes to the Earl of Oxford. The Earl, as Lord of Ashleys, is made a member of the Order of the Garter. Such is his standing that he is made godfather of King Henry's eldest son. The Lord of Ashleys also officiates as Lord Great Chamberlain at the coronation of Henry VIII.Lordship Title of Hartley Amys
County: Berkshire
Parish: Shinfield
History from: 1066 - pre-Conquest
History to: 1441 - the reign of Henry VI
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Pre-Conquest, Hartley Amys is in Saxon hands. It is then held by the Mortimers in 1216. Due to financial hardship, the lord in 1255 grants several rents out of his hands to Reading Abbey in return for money. View full history under 'Further Information'.Lordship Title of Lawrence or Laurans
County: Hertfordshire
Parish: Redbourn
History from: 1527
History to: 1780
Of interest…
This lordship title has been owned by the families of Stepney, Bardolf, Peck, Wilson and Norris families. If you belong to one of these families, would it not be nice to bring the title back to the family. If you are not from these families, but are a Lawrence, what better title to have than Lord Lawrence?!Lordship Title of Bywood
County: Devon
Parish: Dunkswell
History from: 1066
History to: 1346 - the reign of Edward III
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Bywood dates back to the Norman Conquest, and was in the Hundred of Hemyock.Lordship Title of Smytham
County: Devon
Parish: Little Torrington
History from: 1066 - Norman Conquest
History to: 1086 - Domesday
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Smytham is recorded at Domesday, and sat in the Hundred of Merton.Lordship Title of Lovacott
County: Devon
Parish: Shebbear
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
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Dating back to the time of the Conquest, Lovacott was part of the Hundred of Merton.Lordship Title of Southbury
County: Berkshire
Parish: Hanney
History from: 1066 - pre-Norman Conquest
History to: 1582
Of interest…
As with many pre-Conquest lordships, Southbury is held by the church, specifically by Abingdon Abbey. The lords, up to the 16th century, had no national standing until Edward Yonge is elected a Member of Parliament for Malmesbury. Edward then marries the Countess of Warwick. This lifts his status to a level such that, when Queen Elizabeth is coronated, he is also knighted in the same ceremony. Edward is selected to be a Knight of the Shire for Oxfordshire and again serves as a Member of Parliament. Sir Edward is appointed High Sheriff of Berkshire, followed by another stint as a Knight of the Shire, this time for Berkshire.Lordship Title of Brimblecombe
County: Devon
Parish: Iddesleigh
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
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Dating back to the Conquest, Brimblecombe was part of the Hundred of Merton.Lordship Title of Salmons
County: Hertfordshire
Parish: Shenley
History from: 1277
History to: 1759
Of interest…
The 10th Lord of Salmons is Sir Richard Cox, who holds the role of taster in the royal palace for Queen ElizabethI and King James I. In addition he is also one of King James' Clerks of the Cloth. The clerks were responsible for the control of expenditure for the royal household. Sir Richard is held in such high regard that he is interred in Westminster Abbey, where his body still resides.Lordship Title of Barford
County: Bedfordshire
Parish: Little Barford
History from: Pre-1066
History to: 1396
Of interest…
As with most lordships existing at the Norman Conquest, Barford has a Saxon lord that is replaced with a Norman lord who fought with William the Conqueror. Barford is held as part of the Barony of Eaton Socon so is required to provide fighting men to support the defence of the realm.Lordship Title of Chalton
County: Bedfordshire
Parish: Toddington
History from: Early 13th century
History to: 1362
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John Pever, the 2nd Lord of Chalton, was a Commissioner for Array, a vital role when England was at war mustering troops in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. He is also summoned by the King to a military council at Rochester. John is granted a peerage and sits in Parliament. John is summoned to attend the coronation of Edward II.Lordship Title of Carlton
County: Bedfordshire
Parish: Carlton
History from: 1066 - pre-Norman Conquest
History to: 1536
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This lordship is held by Chelbert, a servant of Queen Edith, King Edward the Confessor's wife. We do not think of servants being wealthy land owners, but like Carlton many servants of the ruling classes were gifted lordships and became lords in their own right. The Lordship of Carlton is also listed in the Testa de Nevill, which is not as well known as the Domesday Book but is also a record of all land holdings throughout England in the 12th century.Lordship Title of Latimer’s Hall
County: Norfolk
Parish: Bacton
History from: 1066 - Norman Conquest
History to: 1428 - the reign of Henry VI
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Latimer's Hall in Bacton Parish is first recorded in 1066. A Thomas Latimer is lord during the reign of Edward II. During the reign of Edward III, Thomas and Margaret de Wingfeld convey the manor of Latimer's Hall to a William Attefen. The last confirmed date for Latimer's Hall is 1428.Lordship Title of Horners
County: Essex
Parish: Beauchamp Roding
History from: 1597 - The reign of Elizabeth I
History to: 1722 - The reign of George I
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The manor of Horners (the modern Hornets Farm) lay partly in Beauchamp Roding and partly in Willingale Doe. In 1597 Horners was conveyed by John Collin the elder to Robert Collin. By the mid 17th century the manor is split between coheirs. Horners was last recorded in 1722 and is not referred to again.Lordship Title of Maple Tree Cross
County: Hertfordshire
Parish: Sarratt
History from: 1765 - The reign of George III
History to: 1808 - The reign of George III
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A fourth part of the manor of Maple Tree Cross in Sarratt was conveyed to John Merry in 1765. The last confirmed date for Maple Tree Cross is 1808 when another quarter of the manor was conveyed to Margaret Merry, spinster.Lordship Title of Haywards
County: Berkshire
Parish: Sonning with Early Woodley and Sandford
History from: 1368 - the reign of Edward III
History to: 1616 - the reign of James I
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At the turn of the 16th Century Hayward is conveyed to the Bishop of Lincoln. In 1609 a lease of farms from the manor have been granted to the sister of poet Sir Richard Lovelace. View full history under 'Further Information'.Lordship Title of Little Silver
County: Somerset
Parish: St Decumans incl. Watchet with Williton
History from: 1303 - the reign of Edward I
History to: 1472 - the reign of Edward IV
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Little Silver was first recorded in 1303, with the last confirmed date as 1472. Little Silver is located on the Northern coast of Somerset between Dunkery & Horner Wood National Nature Reserve and Quantock Hills.Lordship Title of Stockenchurch Rectory
County: Buckinghamshire
Parish: Stockenchurch
History from: 1301 - the reign of Edward I
History to: 1609 -the reign of James I
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Wallingford Priory owned land in Stockenchurch called in the 14th Century Stockenchurch Rectory Manor. Granted to Cardinal Wolsey for his college at Oxford in 1528, but was resumed by the Crown just 2 years later. After Sir William Spencers death in 1609 the estate was split.Lordship Title of Hatherden or Kings Hatherden
County: Hampshire
Parish: Andover with Foxcott
History from: The reign of Edward II - 1316
History to: The reign of queen Victoria - 1856
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First recorded in 1316, the Vill of Hatherden being in the possession of Thomas de Foxcott who later granted land in Hatherden to Henry de Harnhill.Lordship Title of Woodhill
County: Berkshire
Parish: Letcombe Regis
History from: The reign of Mary I - 1554
History to: The reign of Charles II - 1676
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The Manor was first recorded in 1554 when it belonged to Alexander Fettiplace, Woodhill followed the descent of Rampayns Manor until 1676.Lordship Title of Dunrigge
County: Bedfordshire
Parish: Caddington
History from: 1463 - the reign of Edward IV
History to: 1464 - the reign of Edward IV
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Dunrigge dates back to 1463, it sat in the Parish of Caddington south BedfordshireLordship Title of Alfordon
County: Devon
Parish: Oakhampton
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Alfordon dates back to the 12th Century, situated in the Parish of Oakhampton, in the heart of Devon.Lordship Title of Bealy
County: Devon
Parish: Chumleigh
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Bealy post dates Domesday and is recorded in 1189 during the reign of Henry II. Bealy is situated in the heart of North Devon.Lordship Title of Bickham
County: Devon
Parish: Oakford
History from: 1066
History to: 1835 - the reign of William IV
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Dating back to the Norman Conquest, with Robert of Hereford recorded as the Lord at Domesday. The Lordship of Bickham was last recorded in the late 19th Century.Lordship Title of Birch
County: Devon
Parish: Coldridge
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Birch dates to the 12th Century, located in the Parish of Coldridge it sits in the heart of Devon.Lordship Title of Blagrove
County: Devon
Parish: East Worlington
History from: 1066 - Norman Conquest
History to: 1086 - Domesday
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Blagrove dates back to the Norman Conquest, recorded at Domesday the Lord and tenant-in-chief being William of poilley. Blagrove sat in the historic Hundred of Witheridge.Lordship Title of Almiston
County: Devon
Parish: Woolfardisworthy
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
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Dating back to the Norman Conquest and recorded in the Domesday Book as being held by Colwin (the Reeve). Almiston is situated on the Hartland Devon Heritage Coast.Lordship Title of Azores
County: Devon
Parish: Tavistock
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Recorded at the end of the 12th Century Azores sits in the Parish of Tavistock. Referred to as Hauesworth or Hasworthy in history, it is now a field name in Kilworthy.Lordship Title of Babcombe
County: Devon
Parish: Kingsteignton
History from: unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Babcombe was recorded in 1189, and is situated in the Parish of Kingsteignton on the south coast of Devon.Lordship Title of Addiscote
County: Devon
Parish: South Tawton
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Addiscote was recorded in the late 12th Century. Situated in the Parish of South Tawton in the north of Dartmoor National Park.Lordship Title of Benton
County: Devon
Parish: Bratton Fleming
History from: 1066
History to: 1599 - the reign of Elizabeth I
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Benton was first recorded at the time of the Norman Conquest and last recorded towards the end of Queen Elizabeth I's reign.Lordship Title of Ashcot
County: Devon
Parish: East Worlington
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Ashcot is recorded during the reign of King Richard I. Located in the Parish of East Worlington.Lordship Title of Battisford
County: Devon
Parish: Plympton St Mary
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
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Dating back to the Norman Conquest Battisford was located in the hundred of Plympton. The Lord at Domesday was William of Poilley.Lordship Title of Beetor
County: Devon
Parish: North Bovey
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
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Dating back to the Norman Conquest, Beetor was situated in the hundred of Teignbridge, North Bovey.Lordship of Simonsham
County: Devon
Parish: Bridgerule
History from: Recorded post Domesday
History to: Last recorded prior to 1500
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The Lordship was created after Domesday - 1088, and the lordship was last recorded prior to 1500.Lordship Title of Guscott
County: Devon
Parish: Bratton Clovelly
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
Of interest…
Recorded in the Domesday Book - 1086, the Tenant-in-chief in 1086 was Baldwin the sheriff. Guscott is also known as Godscott.Lordship of Cholash
County: Devon
Parish: Langtree
History from: Post Domesday
History to: Last recorded prior to 1500
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The Lordship was created after Domesday - 1088, and was last recorded prior to 1500. Cholash is situated in North Devon.Lordship Title of Allaleigh
County: Devon
Parish: Cornworthy
History from: Post Domesday
History to: Prior to the 16th Century
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The Lordship was created after Domesday - 1088, and the lordship was last recorded prior to 1500.Lordship Title of Titterton
County: Devon
Parish: Coldridge
History from: Post Domesday
History to: Last recorded Prior to 1500
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The Lordship was created after Domesday - 1088, and the lordship was last recorded prior to 1500. Titterton is situated in the heart of Devon.Lordship Title of Minchington
County: Devon
Parish: Woolfardisworthy
History from: Post Domesday
History to: Prior to 1500
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The Lordship was created after Domesday - 1088, and the lordship was last recorded prior to 1500.Lordship Title of Buscombe
County: Devon
Parish: Challacombe
History from: 1066 - Norman Conquest
History to: 1086 - Domesday
Of interest…
Recorded in the Domesday Book, the Tenant-in-chief in 1086 was Bishop Geoffrey of Coutances. Buscombe is situated in the South of Devon, on the boarder of Dartmoor National Park.Lordship Title of Walson
County: Devon
Parish: Clannaborough
History from: 1066 - Norman Conquest
History to: 1086 - Domesday
Of interest…
Recorded in the Domesday Book Waslon dates back to 1066. Walson is situated in the heart of Devon just outside Dartmoor National Park.Lordship Title of Battishill
County: Devon
Parish: Bridestowe
History from: 1273 - the reign of Edward I
History to: 1382 - the reign of Richard II
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The Lordship of Battishill dates back to the reign of Edward I and was last recorded in 1382Lordship Title of Uppacott
County: Devon
Parish: Mariansleigh
History from: 1066 - Norman Conquest
History to: 1243 - the reign of Henry III
Of interest…
Dating back to the Norman Conquest, the Tenant-in-Chief at Domesday was Baldwin the Sheriff. Uppacott sat in the Hundred of Wonford.Lordship Title of Culleigh
County: Devon
Parish: Frithelstock
History from: 1066
History to: 1532 - The reign of Henry VIII
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Culleigh dates back to the Norman Conquest, the Tenant-in-Chief at Domesday being Count Robert of Mortain.Lordship Title of Dipford
County: Devon
Parish: Bampton
History from: 1066 - Norman Conquest
History to: 1658 - The period of the Commonwealth of England
Of interest…
Dating back to Domesday Dipford sat in the Hundred of Bampton. The title was last recorded during the 11 years known as the Commonwealth of England, the period from 1649 onwards when England was ruled as a republic following the end of the Second English Civil War and the trial and execution of Charles ILordship Title of Washbourne
County: Devon
Parish: Halwell and Ashprington
History from: 1066
History to: 1835
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Dating back to the Conquest, Washbourne was part of the Chillington Hundred.Lordship Title of Hartley
County: Berkshire
Parish: Shinfield
History from: 1261 - the reign of Henry III
History to: 1611 - the reign of Elizabeth I
Of interest…
Recorded at 1261 Walter Vachell (or Fachell) is one of the jurors for the borough of Reading at the assizes. In 1540 the lord of Hartley was a friend and correspondent of Thomas Cromwell, he was bailiff of the town of Reading. View full history under 'Further Information'.Lordship Title of Hemseys
County: Berkshire
Parish: North Moreton
History from: 1419 - the reign of Henry V
History to: 1627 - the reign of James I
Of interest…
In 1470 and 1477 the owner of Hemseys is sued twice unsuccessfully by a Brian Stapleton, who disputed the settlement of the lordship and manor of 1354. View full history under 'Further Information'.Lordship Title of Horton
County: Devon
Parish: Bradworthy
History from: 1066 - The Norman Conquest
History to: 1762 - the reign of George III
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Situated in the heart of North Devon, near the river Tamar.Lordship Title of Martin or Merton
County: Devon
Parish: Drewsteignton
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Situated in the heart of Devon.Lordship Title of Hawkerland
County: Devon
Parish: Colaton Raleigh
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Hawkerland is situated on the beautiful south coast of Devon.Lordship Title of Beancroft
County: Bedfordshire
Parish: Marston Moretaine
History from: 1595 - The reign of Elizabeth I
History to: 1631 - The reign of Charles I
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William Gostwick manages to retain his title and manor during the Civil War. On the site of the former manor there are traces of a manor house within a large moat.Lordship Title of West Bedfont
County: Middlesex
Parish: Stanwell
History from: 1066 - Norman Conquest
History to: 1452 - the reign of Henry VI
Of interest…
The lordship was challenged on two occasions during the 12th Century. During the 15th century West Bedfont was part of a complicated exchange of land involving the Crown and local Abbey. View full history under 'Further Information'.Lordship Title of Kismeldon
County: Devon
Parish: West Putford
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
Of interest…
Little is known about the history of the Kismeldon lordship. It is situated near the North Devon coast.Lordship Title of Throwcombe
County: Devon
Parish: Stoodleigh
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
Of interest…
Little is known about the history of the Throwcombe lordship. It is situated in the heart of North Devon, near the beautiful Exmoor National Park.Lordship Title of Greenford
County: Middlesex
Parish: Greenford
History from: 1199 - the reign of King John
History to: 1610 - the reign of James I
Of interest…
Held by the Greenford family for hundreds of years, they sold much of their land including 16 acres to the Lord Mayor of London in 1372. The lordship went to the Broke family in the 14th century after a marriage of the heir to William Broke. View full history under 'Further Information'Lordship Title of Gayles or Geles
County: Middlesex
Parish: Teddington
History from: 1197 - the reign of Richard I
History to: 1764 - the reign of George III
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The Lordship is also known as "Gales", "Geles" or "Teddington" Owned by the Mannings in the 16th Century, and later by Sir Charles Duncombe in 1711. The lordship was subenfeuded (seperated) from the lordship of Teddington. View full history under 'Further Information'Lordship Title of Allisland
County: Devon
Parish: Petrockstowe
History from: 1066
History to: 1086
Of interest…
Little is known about the history of the Allisland lordship. It is situated in the heart of Devon.Lordship Title of Marshford
County: Devon
Parish: Hatherleigh
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
Of interest…
Little is known about the history of the Marshford lordship. It is situated in the heart of Devon.Lordship Title of Quither
County: Devon
Parish: Milton Abbot
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
Of interest…
Little is known about the history of the Quither lordship. It is situated on the outskirts of the beautiful Dartmoor National Park.Lordship Title of Raddicombe
County: Devon
Parish: Brixham
History from: Unknown
History to: Prior to 1500
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Little is known about the history of the Raddicombe Lordship apart from its membership of the Haytor Hundred. It is situated near the Britannia Royal Naval College and river Dart.Lordship Title of Brittons
County: Buckinghamshire
Parish: Towersey
History from: 1564 - Post Domesday
History to: 1646 - The reign of Charles I
Of interest…
Once held by Magdalen College, Oxford. Among the families to own the lordship were; Collingridge, Goodwin, Belson, Porter, Whitfiled, Harman and Towersey. View full history under 'Further Information'Lordship Title of Branston
County: Hampshire
Parish: Newchurch
History from: 1066 - Pre-Norman Conquest
History to: 1428 - The reign of Henry VI
Of interest…
Pre-Conquest the estate of Branston is held by two freemen of King Edward. Held at Domesday by the Peverell family who were also Barons. In 1346 John ate Hale is recorded as Lord of the Manor. The Lordship became dormant after the Manor was split between two parties and then each owner broke up their portions of the land. View full history under 'Further Information'Preference: Barony Titles - Lordship Titles (over £3000) - Lordship Titles (under £3000)