The five documents UNTITLED ENGLISH NOBILITY set out English noble families in the post-conquest period who were granted no title of nobility, at least not before the late 13th century. It represents a selection of these families, chosen only because they were the ones for whom records were found in the primary sources so far consulted. The scope of this document is being expanded as further sources are studied. It should be emphasised that the reconstructions in this document do not generally include outlines from secondary sources. The objective is to expand the reconstructions based only on primary sources, to avoid perpetuating errors. The present document shows the families whose names start with the letters A to C.

William I King of England granted extensive estates to Norman barons as a reward for their part in the conquest of the Anglo-Saxon kingdom. The complexity of this task implies the swift implementation of a sophisticated bureaucracy. The resulting network of local feudal lordships not only enabled the king to assert rapid control over every part of the country but also created a network of local power bases for these influential immigrants. The grants were personal from the king and were therefore also revocable at the king's will. There are numerous examples of changes in local control which followed forfeiture imposed as punishment for various transgressions.

Few earldoms were created during the post-conquest period. However, the earls represented only a small proportion of the English nobility. The vast majority of English nobles were the numerous local feudal lords who held no formal title but whose nobility was not in doubt. This had two results. Firstly, it meant that the pool of noble marriage partners available for the earls and their immediate families was considerably extended outside their own limited family groups. The resulting exogamous pattern of marriages was reflected in the marriage policies of the English royal family which, in addition to European dynastic marriages, did not hesitate to marry into English families of the lesser nobility. Secondly, it provided opportunity for advancement to many other families besides those of the principle earls. Even if they never made the transition to earldom, many such families enjoyed great influence, as shown by frequent marriages with the first-tier nobility. A notable example is provided by the Tosny family.

Chapter 1. ABITOT

[Three] brothers:

1. ROBERT le Despencer . Round states that "Robert the Despencer" was the brother of "Urse de Abetot" who succeeded the former in his lands in Lincolnshire. He does not cite the primary source which confirms the family relationship, although he does refer to "Ingoluesmaera" (part of the property the subject of the [1095/1100] writ, see below) being the same as "Gundelsmere" which was held by Robert le Despencer in Domesday Book[1].

2. URSE de Abitot (-[1100/10]). Round states that "Robert the Despencer" was the brother of "Urse de Abetot" who succeeded the former in his lands in Lincolnshire, but does not cite the primary source which confirms the family relationship[2]. "Urse de Abetot" witnessed the undated charter under which William I King of England granted four manors to Chertsey St Peter[3]. William I King of England notified "Urse de Abetot" and the bishop of Worcester of his donation of "Leng" to the church of Evesham by undated charter[4]. Sheriff of Worcester: "…Urso vicecomes…" witnessed the charter dated 20 May 1089 under which Wulfstan Bishop of Worcester granted property at Alveston to the monks[5]. "…Eudo dapifer, Ivo dapifer, Hanno dapifer, Rotbertus de Oili, Urso de Abetot…Hugo de Portu, Rogerus de Busleio, Ranulfus Peverellis, Aiulfus vicecomes, Alveradus de Lincoln, Ernulfus de Hesding" witnessed the charter dated 27 Jan 1091 under which William II King of England confirmed the status of Bath abbey[6]. “…Ursone de Abetot…” witnessed the charter dated Sep 1093 under which William II King of England donated property to Lincoln cathedral[7]. A writ addressed to Robert Bishop of Lincoln and Osbert Sheriff of Lincolnshire, dated to [1095/1100], sanctioned an exchange of lands between "Ur de Abet" and "Rotb de Laceio de Ingoluesmaera", witnessed by "R. fil Haim"[8]. "…Ursonis de Abetot…" witnessed the undated charter under which Henry I King of England confirmed the foundation of Bermondsey abbey[9]. m ADELISA, daughter of ---. Ellis says that "Athelisa the viscountess" witnessed the charter of Urse de Abitot to Malvern priory, but does not cite the primary source in question[10]. Henry I King of England notified the bishop of Worcester that he had granted "terram que fuit Adelize uxoris Ursonis de Abbetot sicut ipsa Adeliza eam ei concessit" to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1123/Jul 1129][11]. Urse & his wife had two children:

a) ROGER de Abitot . Henry I King of England instructed "Waltero vicecomiti Gloec et Rogero vicecomiti de Wirecestr et Hugoni de Legrec" that the monks of Worcester Cathedral should enjoy quiet enjoyment, by charter dated to [Jun 1109/Aug 1111] or [Jul/Oct 1113][12]. Ellis says that "Roger d´Abitot" son of Urse de Abitot "having killed one of the household of Henry I was banished", but does not cite the primary source in question[13]. The banishment must be dated to [1114], as Henry I King of England granted "totam terram Rogeri de Wygrecestra", in and around the town of Worcester, to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1114, after 15 Aug][14].

b) [EMMELINE] . Round states that the wife of Walter de Beauchamp was the daughter of Urse de Abitot but he does not cite the corresponding primary source which confirms that this is correct[15]. Ellis says that "Emmeline Roger´s sister was wife of Walter de Beauchamp, who obtained the fief of Urso and the shrievalty of Worcestershire, which Henry I confirmed to him, together wih the office of one of the king´s dispensers which Robert brother of Urso had formerly held, and the land given him by Adelisa the widow of Urso"[16]. If this information is all correct, it appears to establish Emmeline´s parentage and marriage. However, Ellis cites none of the corresponding primary sources. The relevant charters are set out in the Beauchamp cartulary: (1) Henry I King of England granted "totam terram Rogeri de Wygrecestra", in and around the town of Worcester, to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1114, after 15 Aug][17]; (2) Henry I King of England notified the bishop of Worcester that he had granted "vicecomitatum de Wigresestrasia" to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [Dec 1113/Apr 1116][18]; and (3) Henry I King of England notified the bishop of Worcester that he had granted "terram que fuit Adelize uxoris Ursonis de Abbetot sicut ipsa Adeliza eam ei concessit" to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1123/Jul 1129][19]. The documents do not explicitly state that Walter´s wife was the daughter of Urse de Abitot and brother of Roger de Abitot, but this is a reasonable implication. The latest date of her marriage is assessed from the dating of the first of these charters. The primary source which confirms her name has not yet been identified. m (before [1114]) WALTER [I] de Beauchamp of Elmley Castle, Worcestershire, son of --- (-[1130/May 1133]).

3. [OSBERT de Abitot (-before Oct 1113). Henry I King of England notified "Osberto de Abetot et ministris [et] forestariis de foresta de Feccham" that he had granted a fox-hunting licence in his forest in Feckenham to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1110/16][20]. Sheriff of Worcester. Henry I King of England notified "Osberto vicecomiti et omnibus forestariis de Wirecestrasera" that he had granted a wolf-hunting licence in his forest in Worcestershire to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1106/13][21]. It is more likely that Osbert was the brother of Urse de Abitot rather than his son. The charter dated to [1114, after 15 Aug], under which King Henry I granted the land of Roger de Abitot to [his brother-in-law] Walter de Beauchamp suggests that Roger was his father´s oldest son and heir. If that is correct, it is likely that Roger would have been the preferred appointee as sheriff of Worcester, after his father, assuming that one of Urse´s sons would have been chosen. This case is reminiscent of the appointment of Durand as sheriff of Gloucester, in succession to his brother Roger [de Pitres], passing over Roger´s son Walter de Gloucester who is recorded as sheriff after Durand (see the document ENGLAND EARLS created 1067-1122). In the Abitot case, it is possible that Urse´s son was too young to have been appointed sheriff after his father died and that his father´s younger brother was chosen as "caretaker" sheriff by the king. Osbert must have died before Oct 1113, the latest date of a charter which names Roger as sheriff (see above).]

The following four individuals, named in charters of William [II] de Beauchamp who was the grandson of Urse de Abitot, were no doubt related to the Abitot family but the information available is insufficient to enable the precise relationships to be traced, although they were probably descendants of Osbert, brother of Urse de Abitot, or another otherwise unrecorded brother.

1. ALEXANDER de Abitot . "…Alexandro de Abitot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Odoni de Salewarp fideli meo"[22]. "…Alexandro Dapitot, Osberto de Abbitot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Roberto de Argent"[23].

2. JOHN de Abitot (-after [1223/24]). "…Johanne Dapitot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Odo de Salewarp" granted land to "Juliane [nepote/nepte] mee filie Willelmi de Bello Campo"[24]. "Roberto de Bello Campo, Ada de Duderhill, Petro de Bello Campo, et Johanne de Abbitot, (Gast) Galfrido de Abbitot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Odo de Salewarp" granted land to "Juliane filie Willelmi de Bello Campo et [nepos/nepte] mee"[25]. "Johannes de Abetot" donated land in Alkerton [in Eastington, Gloucestershire] to the monks of Worcester Cathedral priory, with the consent of "Alexandri filii et heredis mei", by charter dated to [early Henry III], witnessed by "domino Osberto de Abetot"[26]. "Johannes de Abetot" granted the service of "Henrici filii mei" to the monks of Worcester Cathedral priory by charter dated to [1223/24], witnessed by "domino Waltero de Bellocampo…"[27]. m ---. The name of John´s wife is not known. John & his wife had two children:

a) ALEXANDER de Abitot (-after [1250/69]). "Johannes de Abetot" donated land in Alkerton [in Eastington, Gloucestershire] to the monks of Worcester Cathedral priory, with the consent of "Alexandri filii et heredis mei", by charter dated to [early Henry III], witnessed by "domino Osberto de Abetot"[28]. "Alexander de Abbitot" issued a quitclaim to "domino meo Willelmo de Bello Campo" relating to "terram…in Hyndelip que vocatur Oldebur" by charter dated to [1250/69][29].

b) HENRY de Abitot . "Johannes de Abetot" granted the service of "Henrici filii mei" to the monks of Worcester Cathedral priory by charter dated to [1223/24], witnessed by "domino Waltero de Bellocampo…"[30].

3. GEOFFREY de Abitot . "Roberto de Bello Campo, Ada de Duderhill, Petro de Bello Campo, et Johanne de Abbitot, (Gast) Galfrido de Abbitot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Odo de Salewarp" granted land to "Juliane filie Willelmi de Bello Campo et [nepos/nepte] mee"[31].

4. OSBERT de Abitot . "…Alexandro Dapitot, Osberto de Abbitot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Roberto de Argent"[32]. "Domino Guydone de Bello Campo, Osberto de Abbetot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1213/36] under which "Johannes Archent" granted "terram meam in Stolton apud la Hethe", granted by "Willelmus de Bello Campo" to "Roberto patri meo", to "Hugoni de Duntesburn"[33]. "Johannes de Abetot" donated land in Alkerton [in Eastington, Gloucestershire] to the monks of Worcester Cathedral priory, with the consent of "Alexandri filii et heredis mei", by charter dated to [early Henry III], witnessed by "domino Osberto de Abetot"[34]. If these last two charters were issued in the early part of the date ranges, the witness Osbert de Abitot in both could be the same person as witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97].

1. ROBERT de Abitot . m MATILDA, daughter of ---. A charter dated to [1239/May 1266] records that "Matildam que fuit uxor Roberti Dappetot" agreed with "Jacobum de Bello Campo" to transfer to him "totam terram meam…nomine dotis in villa de Acton" in return for an allowance of corn and clothing[35]. Robert & his wife had one child:

a) JOHN de Abitot . "…Johanne Dapetot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1232/43] under which "Roculf de Chirchelench" issued a quitclaim to "domino Willelmo de Bello Campo, filio et heredi Walteri de Bello Campo" relating to "terram meam in campo de Chirchelench…vocatur la Hey" in return for a loan to repay the Jews[36]. "Johannes Dapetot filius Roberti Dapetot de Acton" issued a quitclaim of "totam terram meam in villa de Acton" to "domino meo domino Jacobo de Bello Campo" in return for money to pay a Jew, by charter dated to [1239/May 1266][37]. "…Willelmo de Abbetot, militibus…Johanne de Abbetot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1236/69] under which "Johannes de Thorndon" issued a quitclaim to "domino Willelmo de Bello Campo" relating to land he held "de eodem Willelmo in villa de Stolton"[38].

2. WILLIAM de Abitot . "…Willelmo de Abbetot, militibus…Johanne de Abbetot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1236/69] under which "Johannes de Thorndon" issued a quitclaim to "domino Willelmo de Bello Campo" relating to land he held "de eodem Willelmo in villa de Stolton"[39]. "Dominis Willelmo Dabitot de Crombe…militibus, Galfrido Dabitot de Hindelep…" witnessed the charter dated to [1236/50] under which "Ricardus de Bruly" issued a quitclaim to "domino Willelmo de Bello Campo" relating to land he held "in villa de Wych et Wytton"[40].

3. GEOFFREY de Abitot (-after [1261/69]). "Dominis Willelmo Dabitot de Crombe…militibus, Galfrido Dabitot de Hindelep…" witnessed the charter dated to [1236/50] under which "Ricardus de Bruly" issued a quitclaim to "domino Willelmo de Bello Campo" relating to land he held "in villa de Wych et Wytton"[41]. "…Galfrido Dapitot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1258/69] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted "totum manerium meum de la Holte…cum advocatione ecclesie eiusdem" to "Johanni filio meo"[42]. "…Galfrido Dapetot…" witnessed the charter dated to [1261/69] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted "totum manerium meum in Schirrevelench et Chirchelench"[43].

Chapter 2. ALBINI (AUBIGNY)

GUILLAUME d'Aubigny, son of ---. 1056. Seigneur d'Aubigny.

m (before 1048) ---, sister of GRIMAULT de Plessis, daughter of ---. The primary source which confirms her marriage has not yet been identified.

Guillaume & his wife had three children:

1. ROGER d'Aubigny . The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. "…Rogerii de Albiniaco, filiique sui Rualoc…" are named as witnesses at the court of William I King of England in the charter dated to [1081] which records an agreement between the monks of Marmoutier and "Gaufridus Nervei filius"[44]. m AMICE, daughter of ---. Henry I King of England confirmed donations of property to the abbey of Holy Trinity, Lessay by "Roger de Albineio and Amicia his wife with the consent of their sons William and Nigel" by charter dated 1126[45]. “Wilielmus comes Sussexiæ” confirmed donations to Boxgrove Priory by his predecessors “Rogerus de Albineio, et Willelmus Pincerna…et Willielmi patris mei filii reginæ Aeliz, et Matildis matris meæ” to Boxgrove Priory by undated charter, which names “domina Avicia, uxor Rogeri de Albineio…et filiorum suorum Willielmi et Nigelli”[46]. Roger & his wife had five children:

a) RUALOC d'Aubigny (-after 1084). "…Rogerii de Albiniaco, filiique sui Rualoc…" are named as witnesses at the court of William I King of England in the charter dated to [1081] which records an agreement between the monks of Marmoutier and "Gaufridus Nervei filius"[47].

b) WILLIAM "Pincerna" d'Aubigny (-1139). Henry I King of England confirmed donations of property to the abbey of Holy Trinity, Lessay by "Roger de Albineio and Amicia his wife with the consent of their sons William and Nigel" by charter dated 1126[48]. "…Willelmo de Albineyo pincerna et Nigello de Albineyo frater suo…" witnessed the charter of Henry I King of England dated 2 Feb [1111/16] under which the king donated the manor of "Winterworda" to the archbishop of Rouen[49]. Brother of Nigel d'Aubigny, according to Orderic Vitalis he remained loyal to King Henry I during the rebellion of 1118[50]. He distinguished himself at the battle of Tinchebrai 1106[51]. He was in Norfolk during the reign of King William II. Lord of Old Buckenham, Norfolk. He was Master Butler ["Pincerna"] of the household of King Henry I. m MATILDA Bigod, daughter of ROGER le Bigod & his second wife Alice [Adelisia] de Tosny (-[1121/33]). “Willielmus de Albeneyo, pincerna Henrici regis Anglorum” donated property to Wymondham priory, assisted by “uxoris suæ Matilidis filiæ…Rogeri Bigot” by undated charter, witnessed by “filii…eiusdem Willielmi, Nigellus et Oliverus”[52]. William & his wife had five children:

i) WILLIAM d'Aubigny (after 1100-Waverley Abbey 12 Oct 1176, bur Wymondham, Norfolk). A memorandum of the foundation of Wymondham Priory records that “Willielmus de Albaneio, pincerna regis Henrici” had “unum filium Willielmum comitem Arundeliæ”[53]. He was created Earl of Arundel in [1138/39].

- EARLS of ARUNDEL.

ii) NELE [Nigel] d'Aubigny . “Willielmus de Albeneyo, pincerna Henrici regis Anglorum” donated property to Wymondham priory, assisted by “uxoris suæ Matilidis filiæ…Rogeri Bigot” by undated charter, witnessed by “filii…eiusdem Willielmi, Nigellus et Oliverus”[54].

iii) OLIVER d'Aubigny . “Willielmus de Albeneyo, pincerna Henrici regis Anglorum” donated property to Wymondham priory, assisted by “uxoris suæ Matilidis filiæ…Rogeri Bigot” by undated charter, witnessed by “filii…eiusdem Willielmi, Nigellus et Oliverus”[55].

iv) ROLAND d'Aubigny . The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified.

v) OLIVA d'Aubigny (-bur Boxgrove Priory). “Wilielmus Cicestriæ comes” donated property “ecclesiæ de Bisintona quam Radulphus de Haia dedit ecclesiæ sanctæ Trinitatis” to Boxgrove Priory, dated the day “ipse Radulphus” was betrothed to “uxorem suam Olivam sororem…meam”, subscribed by “Radulfus filius Savari…”[56]. “Wilielmus comes Arundelli” donated property “Bessesola..[et] Winkingas” to Boxgrove Priory, for the souls of “Adelizæ reginæ…Olivæ sororis meæ, et Olyvæ filiæ meæ, et Agathæ, quæ ibi iacent”, by undated charter, witnessed by “Godfridus filius comitis”[57]. Her brother settled dower in Sussex on her[58]. m RALPH de la Haye of Halnaker, Sussex, son of ROBERT de la Haye & his wife Muriel ---.

c) NELE [Nigel] de Albini (-21 or 26 Nov 1129). Henry I King of England confirmed donations of property to the abbey of Holy Trinity, Lessay by "Roger de Albineio and Amicia his wife with the consent of their sons William and Nigel" by charter dated 1126[59]. "…Willelmo de Albineyo pincerna et Nigello de Albineyo frater suo…" witnessed the charter of Henry I King of England dated 2 Feb [1111/16] under which the king donated the manor of "Winterworda" to the archbishop of Rouen[60]. Henry I King of England granted him Montbrai, in Normandy, the forfeited lands of Robert de Mowbray Earl of Northumberland[61]. He repudiated his first wife after the death of her brother Gilbert de Laigle[62]. m firstly (after 1107, repudiated) as her second husband, MATHILDE de Laigle, former wife of ROBERT de Mowbray Earl of Northumberland, daughter of RICHER de l'Aigle & his wife Judith d´Avranches of Chester (-[after Oct 1155][63]). She is named and her parentage given by Orderic Vitalis, who also records her first marriage[64]. Her second marriage took place with the dispensation of Pope Paschal II, granted although her first husband was still living[65]. The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Mathildi de Aqila" in Dorsetshire and exempted in Staffordshire[66]. m secondly (Jun 1118) GUNDRED de Gournay, daughter of GERARD de Gournay & his wife Edith de Warenne (-after 1155). She is named as second wife of Nigel d'Aubigny by Orderic Vitalis, who also specifies that she was the sister of Hugues de Gournay[67]. The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Gunderede uxori Nig de Albin" in Leicestershire[68]. ”Gundreda, uxor Nigelli de Albini” donated property to the Hospital of St Leonard, York by undated charter which names “Rogero de Molbray filio suo”[69]. An undated charter notes the donation of ”Hospitale Sancti Michaelis Archangeli” to Whitby Monastery, at the request of “Dominam Gundredam uxorem Nigelli de Albini” for the soul of “Rogero de Moubray filio eorum”[70]. Nele & his second wife had one child:

i) ROGER de Mowbray (-[late 1187/1188], bur Tyre). Guillaume de Jumièges names Roger de Mowbray as son of Nigel d'Aubigny and Gundred[71].

- EARLS of NORFOLK. MOWBRAY.

d) son . m ---. One child:

i) HUMPHREY de Albini (-before 1129). Nephew of William "Pincerna", although his father's name is not known[72]. m --- de Lincoln, daughter of ALAN of Lincoln & his wife ---. The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Alan de Linc" returning for the dowry he gave to "Unfr de Albin cum filia sua" in Lincolnshire[73].

e) son . m ---. One child:

i) SAMSON de Albini . Chaplain to his uncle Nigel de Albini[74]. “Rogerus de Moubray” donated property to Newburgh Abbey, for the soul of “patris mei Nigelli et matris meæ Gundredæ…et uxoris meæ Adeliz”, by undated charter witnessed by “Samsone de Albineio”[75]. “Rogerus de Mowbray” donated property to Newburgh Abbey, with the consent of “Sampsone de Albeneio” to whom “Nigellus pater meus” had granted the property in question, by undated charter[76]. “S de Albinneio” donated property to Newburgh Abbey, for the soul of “Nigelli de Albinneio”, by undated charter which names “Rogerus filius meus”[77]. m ---. The name of Samson's wife is not known. Samson & his wife had one child:

(a) ROGER de Albini . “S de Albinneio” donated property to Newburgh Abbey, for the soul of “Nigelli de Albinneio”, by undated charter which names “Rogerus filius meus”[78].

2. NELE [Nigel] d'Aubigny of Cainhoe (-[1100]). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. m AMICE de Ferrers, daughter of HENRY de Ferrers & his wife Bertha ---. “Robertus comes junior de Ferariis” confirmed donations to Tutbury by “avus meus Henricus…Egenulfus patruus meus…Robertus pater meus”, naming “Nigellus de Albiniaco et Amicia filia avi mei”[79]. Nele & his wife had two children:

a) HENRY de Albini (-after 1130). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. He succeeded his father in [1100] at Cainhoe. “Henricus de Albineio et domina Cecilia uxor eius” donated property to Sopwell monastery by undated charter[80]. He was a benefactor of Abingdon Abbey in 1107 and made a grant to Thetford attested by his sister Adelisa [81]. [82]m CECILIA de Chaources, daughter of PATRICK de Chaources [Chaworth] {Sourches-en-Maine} & his wife Mathilde de Hesdin. “Henricus de Albineio et domina Cecilia uxor eius” donated property to Sopwell monastery by undated charter[83]. “Robertus de Albeneio” founded “cellæ de Moddry” (later known as Beaulieu) by undated charter which names “Henricus de Albineio, pater huius Roberti…et mater sua Secilia…Nigellus frater suus”[84]. The Chronicle of Abingdon records that "Robertus de Albineio" confirmed the donation of "terram…in Stretona" by "pater meus Henricus", witnessed by "Cecilia matre mea, Nigello fratre meo…Willielmo filio Nigelli"[85]. Henry & his wife had three children:

i) ROBERT de Albini (-1191). He succeeded his father before [1140/46] when he gave the hermitage of Modry to St Albans[86]. The Chronicle of Abingdon records that "Robertus de Albineio" confirmed the donation of "terram…in Stretona" by "pater meus Henricus", witnessed by "Cecilia matre mea, Nigello fratre meo…Willielmo filio Nigelli"[87]. “Robertus de Albeneio” founded “cellæ de Moddry” (later known as Beaulieu) by undated charter which names “Henricus de Albineio, pater huius Roberti…et mater sua Secilia…Nigellus frater suus”[88]. m ---. The name of Robert's wife is not known. Robert & his wife had one child:

(a) ROBERT de Albini (-before 5 Nov 1226). “Robertus filius Roberti de Albineio” confirmed donations of property to Sopwell monastery by “Henricus avus meus sive Robertus pater meus” by undated charter, witnessed by “Nigello de Albineio, Willielmo fratre eius”[89]. m ---. The name of Robert's wife is not known. Robert & his wife had four children:

(1) ROBERT de Albini (-1233).

(2) JOAN de Albini . m --- de Beauchamp .

(3) ISABEL de Albini .

(4) ASCELINA de Albini . m --- de Saint-Amand .

ii) NIGEL de Albini . The Chronicle of Abingdon records that "Robertus de Albineio" confirmed the donation of "terram…in Stretona" by "pater meus Henricus", witnessed by "Cecilia matre mea, Nigello fratre meo…Willielmo filio Nigelli"[90]. “Robertus de Albeneio” founded “cellæ de Moddry” (later known as Beaulieu) by undated charter which names “Henricus de Albineio, pater huius Roberti…et mater sua Secilia…Nigellus frater suus”[91].

iii) AMICIA de Albini . “Robertus de Albineio et Cecilia mater sua” donated property to Sopwell monastery when “Amiciam puellam, sororem ipsius Roberti et Ceciliæ filiam” became a nun there, by undated charter which also names “Henricus de Albineio pater Amiciæ”[92]. A nun at Sopwell after 1140[93].

b) ADELISA de Albini . She, her husband and their son Hugh made a grant to Thetford priory, mentioned in a confirmation charter of King Henry II dated [1160], and as "Adelisa de Albeni" making another grant to Thetford so that she could be buried there. She was mentioned as sister of Henry in his grant to Thetford[94]. m RICHARD FitzOsbert, son of ---.

3. RICHARD . “Nigellus de Albeneyo” donated property to “domino Richardo fratri meo abbati de S. Albano” by undated charter dated to the reign of William I King of England[95]. Abbot of St Alban.

Chapter 3. AMUNDEVILLE

1. JOSCELIN de Amundeville (-after 1085). "…Hugo de Port, Wido Oillei, Richard de Corcei, Geoffrey Martel…Robert Malet, Ivelin de Amundivilla…Bernard de Neufmarché, Vigerius filius Ursonis, Radulfus filius Odonis, Ricuardus de Torcei, Eustachius his brother…Radulfus filius Anseredi, Rannulfus vicecomes, Rodbertus filius Ascelini" witnessed the charter dated 1085 which records the settlement between Gulbert de Alfait and the abbey of Fécamp[96].

2. JOHN de Amundeville (-after 1129). The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Johs de Amundevilla" in Yorkshire, Northumberland for "Hectona et Hasteleia"[97].

3. --- de Amundeville . m BEATRIX Paynell, daughter of ---. Her parentage and marriage are assumed from the undated charter under which "W. de Gaunt" donated land at Besingby to Bridlington priory, witnessed by "…Jordan Painel, Hugh his brother, W. de Mundevill his nepote…"[98]. “Walterus de Amundevill…et mater mea Beatrix” founded Ellesham Priory by charter dated to before 1166 witnessed by “Willielmo, Elia, Radulfo, Adam de Amundevilla fratribus meis…Willielmo de Amundevilla…”[99]. [Four] children:

a) WALTER de Amundeville (-late 1166). According to Domesday Descendants, Walter was the son of Joscelin de Amundeville and Beatrice Paynel (no corresponding primary source cited)[100]. King Stephen granted land "domu Walti de Amunduulla de Chinierbi…in Chinierbi et in Osgotebi et in Ouresbi" to William Earl of Lincoln by charter dated to [1139/40], witnessed by "Ric fil Ursi…"[101]. "…Walterus de Amundauilla…" witnessed the charter dated to [1150/55] under which "Philippus de Kime" confirmed the donations by "patris mei" of the churches of Bullington and Langton by Wragby[102]. “Walterus de Amundevill…et mater mea Beatrix” founded Ellesham Priory by charter dated to before 1166 witnessed by “Willielmo, Elia, Radulfo, Adam de Amundevilla fratribus meis…Willielmo de Amundevilla…”[103]. m HAWISE, daughter of --- (.before Mar 1163). Domesday Descendants records that Walter de Amundeville made a grant of rent at Kirkby to the church of Lincoln for the anniversary of the death of wife Havise in Mar 1163[104].

b) WILLIAM de Amundeville (-[1168]). "W. de Gaunt" donated land at Besingby to Bridlington priory by undated charter, witnessed by "…Jordan Painel, Hugh his brother, W. de Mundevill his nepote…"[105]. “Walterus de Amundevill…et mater mea Beatrix” founded Ellesham Priory by charter dated to before 1166 witnessed by “Willielmo, Elia, Radulfo, Adam de Amundevilla fratribus meis…Willielmo de Amundevilla…”[106]. “Willielmus de Amundevilla” confirmed donations to Ellesham made by “frater meus Walterus de Amundevilla”, for the soul of "…uxoris meæ Agnetis", by undated charter witnessed by "…Willielmo de Amundevilla…"[107]. The approximate date of his death is indicated by the 1168/69 Pipe Roll in which "Helyas de Amundeuilla…pro Willo fratre suo…[et] pro Walto fratre suo" accounted for land in Lincolnshire[108]. It is confirmed by the entry for his widow in the same roll (see below). m as her first husband, AGNES, daughter of --- (-after 1214). “Willielmus de Amundevilla” confirmed donations to Ellesham made by “frater meus Walterus de Amundevilla”, for the soul of "…uxoris meæ Agnetis", by undated charter[109]. "Agnes de Amundeuill" accounted "p recto hndo de catall dni sui de diuisa sua" in Lincolnshire in the 1168/69 Pipe Roll[110]. According to Domesday Descendants, Agnes, wife of William de Amundeville, answered a plea relating to her second husband Theobald Hautein in 1214[111]. She married secondly Theobald Hautein.

c) ELIAS de Amundeville (-after [1176/77]). “Walterus de Amundevill…et mater mea Beatrix” founded Ellesham Priory by charter dated to before 1166 witnessed by “Willielmo, Elia, Radulfo, Adam de Amundevilla fratribus meis…Willielmo de Amundevilla…”[112]. “Elias de Amundevilla” confirmed donations to Ellesham made by “mater mea carnalis Beatrix…et frater meus Walterus de Amundevilla” by undated charter witnessed by "Radulfo de Amundevilla et Ada de Amundevilla fratribus meis, Jorsleno et fratre suo Willielmo de Evermo nepotibus meis, Radulfo de Amundevilla filio Radulfi fratris mei…"[113]. “Gulielmus comes Albemarliæ” founded Melsa Abbey, for the soul of “fratris mei Hingeram”, by undated charter witnessed by “…Elia de Mundevilla…”[114]. The Red Book of the Exchequer refers to "Elias de Amundeville iv milites" in Lincolnshire in [1167/68][115]. "Helyas de Amundeuilla…pro Willo fratre suo…[et] pro Walto fratre suo" accounted for land in Lincolnshire in the 1168/69 Pipe Roll[116]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records enfeoffments in the duchy of Normandy in [1172], "Helias de Amondeville" with one knight "in baillia de Gaureio…in servitium de Wareio"[117]. The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "Helyas de Amundeuill…pro Willelmo fratre suo…[et] pro Waltero fratre suo" in Lincolnshire[118]. m ---. The name of Elias´s wife is not known. Elias & his wife had two children:

i) JOSCELIN de Amundeville (-1214). “Goslanus de Amundevilla, Eliæ filius” confirmed donations to Ellesham made by “Walteri de Amundevilla […avunculi mei] et Eliæ patris mei”, for the souls of "…aviæ meæ Beatricis", by undated charter witnessed by "…Willielmo de Amundevilla…"[119]. The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "Helyas de Amundevill…pro se et Iosleno filio suo" in Lincolnshire[120]. The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Joslenus de Amundeuill" in Lincolnshire[121]. According to Domesday Descendants, the heir of Agnes, widow of William de Amundeville, in 1214 was "Robert son of Margery, daughter of Jollan de Amundeville, a nephew of William" (no corresponding primary source cited)[122]. m ---. The name of Joscelin´s wife is not known. Joscelin & his wife had one child:

(a) MARGERY de Amundeville . According to Domesday Descendants, the heir of Agnes, widow of William de Amundeville, in 1214 was "Robert son of Margery, daughter of Jollan de Amundeville, a nephew of William" (no corresponding primary source cited)[123]. m ---.

ii) ALICE de Amundeville (-after 1200). "Alic filia Elye de Amundeville" paid a fine for recognition that "Elyas pater eius dedit ei villam de Winterton ad se maritand" and that "post obitum patris sui…Jollan frater eiusdem Alic" disseised her, in Nottinghamshire, dated 1200[124]. m ---.

d) RALPH de Amundeville . “Walterus de Amundevill…et mater mea Beatrix” founded Ellesham Priory by charter dated to before 1166 witnessed by “Willielmo, Elia, Radulfo, Adam de Amundevilla fratribus meis…Willielmo de Amundevilla…”[125]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Radulfus de Mondeville" holding one knight´s fee from "Willelmi de Percy" in Yorkshire in 1166[126]. “Elias de Amundevilla” confirmed donations to Ellesham made by “mater mea carnalis Beatrix…et frater meus Walterus de Amundevilla” by undated charter witnessed by "Radulfo de Amundevilla et Ada de Amundevilla fratribus meis, Jorsleno et fratre suo Willielmo de Evermo nepotibus meis, Radulfo de Amundevilla filio Radulfi fratris mei…"[127]. m ---. Ralph & his wife had one child:

i) RALPH de Amundeville (-after 1194). “Elias de Amundevilla” confirmed donations to Ellesham made by “mater mea carnalis Beatrix…et frater meus Walterus de Amundevilla” by undated charter witnessed by "Radulfo de Amundevilla et Ada de Amundevilla fratribus meis, Jorsleno et fratre suo Willielmo de Evermo nepotibus meis, Radulfo de Amundevilla filio Radulfi fratris mei…"[128]. The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Radulfus de Amundevill" in Lincolnshire[129].

e) ADAM de Amundeville . “Walterus de Amundevill…et mater mea Beatrix” founded Ellesham Priory by charter dated to before 1166 witnessed by “Willielmo, Elia, Radulfo, Adam de Amundevilla fratribus meis…Willielmo de Amundevilla…”[130]. “Elias de Amundevilla” confirmed donations to Ellesham made by “mater mea carnalis Beatrix…et frater meus Walterus de Amundevilla” by undated charter witnessed by "Radulfo de Amundevilla et Ada de Amundevilla fratribus meis, Jorsleno et fratre suo Willielmo de Evermo nepotibus meis, Radulfo de Amundevilla filio Radulfi fratris mei…"[131].

1. ROBERT de Amundeville (-after 1166). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Robertus de Mondeville" holding five knights´ fees from the bishop of Durham in Yorkshire in 1166[132].

2. ROBERT de Amundeville (-before 1194). “Robert de Amundeuill” donated donated land “in Swyney Wethteng…which Hugh Painil and Gilbert Eniot sometime held”, to Bridlington Priory by undated charter[133]. The reference to Hugh Paynell suggests that Robert de Mundeville was descended from Hugh´s sister (and therefore from one of the brothers of Walter de Amundeville (who died late 1166, see above), but the precise relationship has not yet been traced. m ---. The name of Robert´s wife is not known. Robert & his wife had two children:

a) WILLIAM de Amundeville (-after 1194). “William de Amundeuill son of Robert de Amundeuill” confirmed his father´s donation of land “in the territory of Scotelthorp” to Bridlington Priory by undated charter[134]. “W. de Amundeuill” granted land “in the vill of Scotelthorp” to "Agnes de Amundeuill his sister" by undated charter[135]. The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Willelmus de Amundevill" in Lincolnshire[136]. "…Willelmo de Amundeuilla…" witnessed the charter dated to the late 12th Century under which "Hugo de Nevilla" granted land at Lound near Bourne, Lincolnshire held by "Baldwinus de Saint Omer quam dedit comes Simon Alano fratri meo et post mortem predicti Alani michi confirmavit" to "Tome Peuerel"[137].

b) AGNES de Amundeville . “W. de Amundeuill” granted land “in the vill of Scotelthorp” to "Agnes de Amundeuill his sister" by undated charter[138]. “Matilda pincerna formerly wife of Geoffrey pincerne of Scotelthorp” granted land “in the field of Scotelthorp” to "Agnes de Amundeuill sister of Dom. William de Amundeuill" by undated charter[139]. “Matilda la Butiller of Scotelthorp in widowhood” granted land “in the field of Scotelthorp” to "Agnes de Amundeuill daughter of Robert de Amundeuill" by undated charter, witnessed by "William de Amundeuill…"[140]. Agnes later donated the same land to Bridlington priory[141].

3. WILLIAM de Amundeville (-after 1171). The Red Book of the Exchequer refers to "Willelmus de Amundeville i m" in Northumberland in [1161/62][142]. The Red Book of the Exchequer refers to "Willelmus de Amundeville xx s" in Northumberland in [1171/72][143].

4. ROGER de Amundeville (-after [1172]). The Red Book of the Exchequer records enfeoffments in the duchy of Normandy in [1172], "Rogerus de Amondeville" with one knight "in baillia de Tenerchebraio" and one knight in his own service[144].

5. ELIAS de Amundeville (-after 12 Oct 1218). The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Elias de Amundevill" in Lincolnshire[145]. "Elias de Amundeville" paid a fine "for having a writ to attaint…the jurors of an assize" in a case against "Augustine de Blakenham" in Suffolk, dated 12 Oct 1218[146].

6. JOHN de Amundeville (-after 1208). The Testa de Nevill lists knights who held land in Durham, dated to [1208/10]: "Johannes de Amundevill" held land in "wapentac de Sadberge"[147].

7. GEOFFREY de Amundeville (-after 1210). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Galfridus de Mondeville…Robertus de Mondeville" holding half of one knight´s fee "in Northamtona", and one "in Funtel", respectively, in Wiltshire in [1210/12][148].

8. ROBERT de Amundeville (-after [Mar] 1216). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Galfridus de Mondeville…Robertus de Mondeville" holding half of one knight´s fee "in Northamtona", and one "in Funtel", respectively, in Wiltshire in [1210/12][149]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Robertus de Mandevile" holding 14 and three parts knights´ fees in Dorset, Somerset in [1210/12][150]. The Testa de Nevill lists knights who held land in Gloucestershire, dated to [1211/13]: "Robertus de Amuneville" held "de dono Regis Henrici in Button i militem"[151]. The Testa de Nevill includes a writ of King John dated 1212 which records that "Robertus de Mandevill" held "Winemeresham…de baronia sua de Merswd…in hundredo de Karenton" in Somerset[152]. "Robertus de Amundevill" paid a fine for the liberation of "Adam filium suum" as hostage who was given, dated [Mar] 1216[153]. m ---. The name of Robert´s wife is not known. Robert & his wife had one child:

a) ADAM de Amundeville (-after [Mar] 1216). "Robertus de Amundevill" paid a fine for the liberation of "Adam filium suum" as hostage who was given, dated [Mar] 1216[154].

9. PETER de Amundeville (-after 22 Apr 1216). "Petrus de Amundevill" made a fine after making peace with the king, in Lincolnshire, dated 22 Apr 1216[155].

Chapter 4. ATON

1. GERARD de Aton . m ---. The name of Gerard´s wife is not known. Gerard & his wife had one child:

a) HUGH de Aton . "Hugo filius Girardi de Atona" donated land "in Atona…in Larelandis…Whitflat…Gretlandis" to Whitby by undated charter, witnessed by "Roberto de Stuteville…"[156]. same person as…? HUGH de Aton . m ---. The name of Hugh´s wife is not known. Hugh & his wife had one child:

i) JOHN de Aton . "Johannes filius Hugonis de Atona" granted the homage and service of "Nicholai filii Petri de Atona" to Whitby by undated charter, witnessed by "Dno Roberto de Stutevilla…"[157]. "Johannes de Atona" donated land "de Yrtona" to Whitby by undated charter, witnessed by "Gilberto de Atona…"[158].

1. GILBERT de Aton . "Johannes de Atona" donated land "de Yrtona" to Whitby by undated charter, witnessed by "Gilberto de Atona…"[159]. "Johannes de Atun filis Willelmi Senioris filii Gilberti de Atun" donated land "in Wicham" to Whitby by undated charter, witnessed by "Gilberto de Atun…"[160]. "Laurentius filius Daniel de Atona" committed to paying five shillings annually to the infirmary at Whitby by undated charter witnessed by "…Gilberto de Atona…"[161].

1. GILBERT de Bardleby (-after 1166). “In Eborac[i]sira…Gilbertus de Barduleby dimidium militem…” is listed in a return of fees held in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and north of the Tees by Hugh Bishop of Durham dated 1166[162]. The editor of Early Yorkshire Charters suggests that he was the same person as “Gilbert de Aton of Ayton in Pickering Lythe [who] held 2 car. in Barlby, 2 car. in Menethorpe and 1 car. in Newton by Gardham”[163]. This is probably correct as the manor of Barlby was still held by William Lord Aton in 1385 (see below). same person as…? GILBERT de Aton . The editor of Early Yorkshire Charters states that "Gilbert de Barduleby/Atun" was the father of William de Aton but he cites no corresponding primary source[164]. Richard I King of England confirmed donations to Rievaulx abbey, including the donation of "pratum de Torp" made by "Gileberti de Aton et Willelmi filii eius", confirmed by charter dated 10 Jul 1252[165]. m ---. The name of Gilbert´s wife is not known. Gilbert & his wife had one child:

a) WILLIAM de Aton (-after [1185/95]). The editor of Early Yorkshire Charters states that “William de Aton” was the son of "Gilbert de Barduleby/Atun" but he cites no corresponding primary source[166]. Richard I King of England confirmed donations to Rievaulx abbey, including the donation of "pratum de Torp" made by "Gileberti de Aton et Willelmi filii eius", confirmed by charter dated 10 Jul 1252[167]. “Willelmus de Aton” granted land "ab Holsike usque ad Brerflet…de Barthelby…" to "Roberto filio Roberti filii Alani", with the consent of "Gilberti filii et heredis mei", by charter dated to [1185/95][168]. m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had [five] children:

i) GILBERT de Aton (-1235). “Willelmus de Aton” granted land "ab Holsike usque ad Brerflet…de Barthelby…" to "Roberto filio Roberti filii Alani", with the consent of "Gilberti filii et heredis mei", by charter dated to [1185/95][169]. “Gilbertus de Atun” confirmed the grant of land "in territorio de Atun quam Willelmus filius Ckar tenuit de Willelmo patre meo" to "Roberto filio Roberti filii Ckar" by charter dated to [1195/1215], witnessed by "Johanne fratre domini Gilberti de Atun, Johanne filio Willelmi de Atun…Willelmo filio Roberti de Atun…"[170].

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ii) JOHN de Aton . "Johannes de Atun filis Willelmi Senioris filii Gilberti de Atun" donated land "in Wicham" to Whitby by undated charter, witnessed by "Gilberto de Atun…"[171]. “Gilbertus de Atun” confirmed the grant of land "in territorio de Atun quam Willelmus filius Ckar tenuit de Willelmo patre meo" to "Roberto filio Roberti filii Ckar" by charter dated to [1195/1215], witnessed by "Johanne fratre domini Gilberti de Atun, Johanne filio Willelmi de Atun…Willelmo filio Roberti de Atun…"[172].

iii) [WILLIAM de Aton . William´s parentage has not been traced. However, from a chronological point of view it is possible that he was another son of William de Aton.] m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had one child:

(a) JOHN de Aton . “Gilbertus de Atun” confirmed the grant of land "in territorio de Atun quam Willelmus filius Ckar tenuit de Willelmo patre meo" to "Roberto filio Roberti filii Ckar" by charter dated to [1195/1215], witnessed by "Johanne fratre domini Gilberti de Atun, Johanne filio Willelmi de Atun…Willelmo filio Roberti de Atun…"[173].

iv) [ROBERT de Aton . Robert´s parentage has not been traced. However, from a chronological point of view it is possible that he was another son of William de Aton.] m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had one child:

(a) WILLIAM de Aton . “Gilbertus de Atun” confirmed the grant of land "in territorio de Atun quam Willelmus filius Ckar tenuit de Willelmo patre meo" to "Roberto filio Roberti filii Ckar" by charter dated to [1195/1215], witnessed by "Johanne fratre domini Gilberti de Atun, Johanne filio Willelmi de Atun…Willelmo filio Roberti de Atun…"[174].

v) ALICE de Aton . “William de Aton” granted rent in Barlby to "Hugh de Langthwaite in marriage with Alice his daughter", undated[175]. m HUGH de Langthwaite, son of ---.

1. DANIEL de Aton . m ---. The name of Daniel´s wife is not known. Daniel & his wife had one child:

a) LAWRENCE de Aton . "Laurentius filius Daniel de Atona" committed to paying five shillings annually to the infirmary at Whitby by undated charter witnessed by "…Gilberto de Atona…"[176].

GILBERT de Aton, son of WILLIAM de Aton & his wife --- (-1235). “Gilbertus de Atun” confirmed the grant of land "in territorio de Atun quam Willelmus filius Ckar tenuit de Willelmo patre meo" to "Roberto filio Roberti filii Ckar" by charter dated to [1195/1215], witnessed by "Johanne fratre domini Gilberti de Atun, Johanne filio Willelmi de Atun…Willelmo filio Roberti de Atun…"[177]. His descendants were the heirs to the Vescy estates in Lincolnshire after the extinction of the descendants of Eustace de Vescy[178].

m MARGERY de Vescy, daughter of WARIN de Vescy & his wife ---. A manuscript of Malton Priory names “Marjoriæ filiæ et hæredi” of “Warino de Vesci”, and records the descent of “Gilbertus de Aton” from her[179]. The Testa de Nevill includes a list of landholdings in Yorkshire, dated 1219, which includes "Margeria de Vescy" holding land[180].

Gilbert & his wife had one child:

1. WILLIAM de Aton . The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had [three] children:

a) GILBERT de Aton (-before 1285[181]). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified.

b) WILLIAM de Aton . The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. m ISABEL de Veer, daughter of Sir SIMON de Veer of Goxhill, Lincolnshire and Sproatley, Holderness & his wife Ada Bertram. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. William & his wife had one child:

i) GILBERT de Aton ([1288/89]-after 10 Apr 1350). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified.

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ii) --- de Aton . m ---. One child:

(a) ALICE de Aton (-after Apr 1358). The testament of "Gilbert de Aton" is dated 10 Apr 1350, requests burial "a Watton", makes bequests to "William mon fitz…Alice de Aton ma Nece"[182].

c) [ISABEL de Aton (-before 17 Jun 1321). The Complete Peerage quotes a writ dated 17 Jun 1321 which refers to property in Swyndene, Yorkshire granted by "Gilbertus de Aton" to "Isabelle de Aton et heredibus de corpore ipsius Isabelle" which passed on her death to "domini Johannis filii domini Rogeri Darcy militis…fil et her eiusdem Isabelle"[183]. The wording of this document is consistent with Isabel being the sister of Gilbert although the document does not specify the relationship. m Sir ROGER Darcy of Oldcotes and Styrrup, Nottinghamshire, son of --- (-before 12 May 1284).]

GILBERT de Aton, son of WILLIAM de Aton & his wife Isabel de Veer ([1288/89]-after 10 Apr 1350). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. The testament of "Dominus Henricus de Percy Senior" is dated 13 Sep 1349 and makes bequests to "…Isabellæ filiæ meæ…Domino Willielmo de Aton…Domino Gilberto de Aton…"[184]. The testament of "Gilbert de Aton" is dated 10 Apr 1350, requests burial "a Watton", makes bequests to "William mon fitz…Alice de Aton ma Nece"[185].

m ---. The name of Gilbert´s wife is not known.

Gilbert & his wife had one child:

1. WILLIAM de Aton (-[29 Sep 1385/Mar 1389]). The testament of "Dominus Henricus de Percy Senior" is dated 13 Sep 1349 and makes bequests to "…Isabellæ filiæ meæ…Domino Willielmo de Aton…Domino Gilberto de Aton…"[186]. A charter dated [Mar] 1349 (presumably O.S.) records an agreement between the abbot of Selby and “monsieur William de Aton chevauler fitz et heir monsieur Gilbert de Aton”[187]. He was summoned to parliament in 1371 whereby he is held to have become Lord Aton. William Lord Aton granted his manor of Barlby to "Sir Ralph Eure, Sir John Conyers, and Sir William Playce" by charter dated 29 Sep 1385[188]. He died before his son-in-law Sir Edward St John[189]. m [firstly] (after 1350) ISABEL Percy, daughter of HENRY Percy Lord Percy & his wife Idoine de Clifford (-[before 25 May 1368]). A manuscript genealogy of the Percy family names “Alianoram, Matildem…et Isabellam” as the daughters of “Henricus” and his wife “Idoniam de Clifford”[190]. Her marriage is suggested by the testament of Thomas Percy Bishop of Norwich, dated 25 May 1368, which names "…William d´Aton my nephew…" as one of his beneficiaries[191]. As the testator names his other two sisters, it is suggested that Isabel must have died before the date of the will. [m secondly (before Oct 1374) --- de Poynings, daughter of Sir MICHAEL de Poynings Lord Poynings & his wife Joan --- (after 1348-after 28 Oct 1374). The testament of "Thomas Lord Poynings", dated 28 Oct 1374, names "Lady D´Aton my sister" among his beneficiaries[192]. It is likely that this entry refers to an otherwise unrecorded second wife of William Lord Aton, who was alive at that date and whose wife would therefore have been the only "Lady d´Aton". It seems incorrect, as assumed in the Complete Peerage[193], that she was the same person as Margaret, wife of Lord Aton´s son William, as the latter´s wife would not have borne the title during the lifetime of her husband´s father.] William & his wife had four children:

a) WILLIAM de Aton (-before 1389). The testament of Thomas Percy Bishop of Norwich, dated 25 May 1368, names "…William d´Aton my nephew…" as one of his beneficiaries[194]. m MARGARET, daughter of --- (-after 1396).

b) ANASTASIA de Aton . m Sir EDWARD St John, son of --- (-7 Mar 1389).

c) KATHERINE de Aton . m as his second wife, Sir RALPH Eure of Witton Castle, co Durham, son of --- (-10 Mar 1422). William Lord Aton granted his manor of Barlby to "Sir Ralph Eure, Sir John Conyers, and Sir William Playce" by charter dated 29 Sep 1385[195].

d) ELIZABETH de Aton (-before 1 May 1402). The testament of "Elizabeth nuper uxor Johannis Conyers militis", proved 1 May 1402, chooses burial "in ecclesia Fratrum Minorum infra civitatem Ebor." appoints "Waltero de Weston" as her heir[196]. m firstly Sir WILLIAM Playce, son of ---. William Lord Aton granted his manor of Barlby to "Sir Ralph Eure, Sir John Conyers, and Sir William Playce" by charter dated 29 Sep 1385[197]. m secondly (before 29 Sep 1385) Sir JOHN Conyers of Sockburn, co Durham, son of --- (-before 6 Mar 1395). William Lord Aton granted his manor of Barlby to "Sir Ralph Eure, Sir John Conyers, and Sir William Playce" by charter dated 29 Sep 1385[198].

Chapter 5. AVENELL

1. WILLIAM Avenell . The Descriptio militum de Abbatia de Burgo records "Willelmus Avenel" with "feodum dimidii militis" held from "abbatia de Burch" [in Hampshire][199]. The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Willo Auenello" in Buckinghamshire and in Bedfordshire, Warwickshire[200].

2. RANULF Avenell . The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Ranfi Auenelli" in Sussex[201].

3. ROBERT Avenell . The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Rob Auenello" in Suffolk[202].

4. RANULF Avenell . m ALICE, daughter of ---. The Fundationis et Fundatorum Historia of Ford Abbey records that “domina Alicia uxor domini Randolphi Avenell filia sua” succeeded “vicecomitissa Adelicia” in “dominio de Okehampton…et castrum Exoniæ”[203]. Ranulf & his wife had one child:

a) MATILDA Avenell (-21 Sep 1173). The Fundationis et Fundatorum Historia of Ford Abbey records that “domina Alicia uxor domini Randolphi Avenell filia sua” had “unicam filiam…Matildam” who died[204]. The Fundationis et Fundatorum Historia of Ford Abbey records that “domina Alicia uxor domini Randolphi Avenell filia sua…unicam filiam…Matildam” married “Roberto filio regis Henrici primi notho” after the death of her first husband “Roberto de Abrincis id est de Averinges”, and died “IX Kal Oct 1173”[205]. m firstly as his second wife, ROBERT d´Avranches, son of [WILLIAM FitzWimund d´Avranches & his wife ---] (-before 1142). m secondly (1142) ROBERT, illegitimate son of HENRY I King of England & his mistress Edith of Greystoke (-31 May [1172]).

Two brothers:

1. WILLIAM Avenell (-after [1172]). "Willelmus Auenel et Helewisa coniunx mea filia Walchelini Waard et heredes nostri" donated land "in Oxenfordia" to Eynsham abbey by charter dated to [1152/70][206]. The Red Book of the Exchequer refers to "Willelmus Avenel i m" in Northamptonshire in [1161/62][207]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records enfeoffments in the duchy of Normandy in [1172], "Willelmus Avenel" with five knight "Regi…de vicecomitatu de Cerenciis" and one knight "de comitatu Mortonii"[208]. "Symon Mauleuerer et Gilibertus Avenel" confirmed the donation of "terram de Hungerigge in territorio de Molle" to Melrose abbey made by "Helene filie Symonis de Lindesie", confirmed by "Willi Auenel patris mei", by undated charter[209]. Henry II King of England confirmed the possessions of the abbey of Lessai, including donations by "Ricardi fratris Willelmi Avenel", by charter dated [1185/Jan 1188][210]. m HELOISE, daughter of WALKELIN Ward & his wife ---. "Helewisa fila Walchelini Waard primogenita, uxor Willelmi Auenel" donated land "in villa de Etona" to Eynsham abbey, with the consent of "filio…meo Walchelino", by charter dated to [1140/60][211]. "Willelmus Auenel et Helewisa coniunx mea filia Walchelini Waard et heredes nostri" donated land "in Oxenfordia" to Eynsham abbey by charter dated to [1152/70][212]. William & his wife had [two] children:

a) [WALKELIN . "Helewisa fila Walchelini Waard primogenita, uxor Willelmi Auenel" donated land "in villa de Etona" to Eynsham abbey, with the consent of "filio…meo Walchelino", by charter dated to [1140/60][213]. Nothing in this document confirms that Walkelin was the son of William Avenell. He may have been his mother´s son by an earlier marriage.]

b) GILBERT Avenell (-before 1194). "Symon Mauleuerer et Gilibertus Avenel" confirmed the donation of "terram de Hungerigge in territorio de Molle" to Melrose abbey made by "Helene filie Symonis de Lindesie", confirmed by "Willi Auenel patris mei", by undated charter[214]. m AMICE, daughter of --- (-after 1194). "Amicia [uxor] Gilbti Avenel" replaced her husband in a lawsuit against "Mathm fil Odon de Eston" in 1194[215].

2. RICHARD Avenell (-after 1157). Henry II King of England confirmed the property of the abbey of Blanchelande, including donations by "Engelgerius de Bohon…Ricardus Avenel…Doon Bardouf et Thomas frater eius…", by charter dated 1157[216]. Henry II King of England confirmed the possessions of the abbey of Lessai, including donations by "Ricardi fratris Willelmi Avenel", by charter dated [1185/Jan 1188][217].

1. GEOFFREY Avenell (-after 1166). Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Galfridus Avenel" held three parts of one knight´s fee from "Roberti filii Regis" in Devon[218].

2. NICHOLAS Avenell (-after 1166). Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Walterus" held "tenementum illud Nicholaus Avenel…Scapewalle cum filia et hærede prædicti Willelmi [=Willelmus filius Reginaldi]" in Devon[219].

3. RALPH Avenell (-after 1176). The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "Radulfus Auenel…in Sandherst" in Gloucestershire[220].

4. PAIN Avenell (-after 1194). The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Paganus Auenel" in Herefordshire[221].

5. WILLIAM Avenell (-[1194]). m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had two children:

a) ISABEL Avenell (-before 10 Apr 1226). "Elisabeth q fuit uxor Sim Basset" paid a fine for "hereditate sua…dissaisita…post mortem predicti Simoni viri sui" in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, dated 1205[222]. The Testa de Nevill lists knights who held land in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, dated to [1208/10]: "Elizabet que fuit uxor Simonis Basset" held "feodum dimidii militis…de honore de Notingham"[223]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records one and a half knights´ fees escheated from "Ysabele Avenel" in "Haddone…[et] in Basselonde…[de honore] Piperelli de Notingham" in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire in [1211/12][224]. "William Basset, son and heir of Elizabeth Avenel" was granted "full seisin of [her] land held of the king in the honour of Peverel in the county of Buckinghamshire", dated 10 Apr 1226[225]. m SIMON Basset, son of WILLIAM Basset & his wife --- (-1205).

6. WALTER Avenell (-after 1217). The Testa de Nevill includes a list of landholdings in the honour of Boulogne, dated to [1217/18], which includes "Rogerus filius Renfrey et Walterus Avenel et uxor Hugonis de Nevill" holding parts of "Gamegeya"[226].

7. ROBERT Avenell . m EVA, daughter of ---. "Laurencius Auenel filius et heres Eue quondam sponse Roberti Auenel patris mei defuncti" donated property to the church of Glasgow by undated charter[227]. Robert & his wife had one child:

a) LAWRENCE Avenell . "Laurencius Auenel filius et heres Eue quondam sponse Roberti Auenel patris mei defuncti" donated property to the church of Glasgow by undated charter[228].

8. RALPH Avenell (-before 22 Nov 1223). m ---. The name of Ralph´s wife is not known. Ralph & his wife had one child:

a) WILLIAM Avenell (-before 5 May 1236). "William Avenel" made a fine for "having the land formerly of Ralph Avenel his father…with the bailiwick and castle of Bicknor" in Somerset, dated 22 Nov 1223[229]. A writ after the death of "William Avenel", dated "5 May 20 Hen III", records "Dulcie his daughter is his heir"[230]. m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had one child:

i) DULCIE Avenell . A writ after the death of "William Avenel", dated "5 May 20 Hen III", records "Dulcie his daughter is his heir"[231].

9. WILLIAM Avenell (-[before Oct 1205]). m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had one child:

a) OLIVER Avenell (-before [Mar] 1226). An order of King John dated to [Oct] 1205 liberated "Willo Avenel…Oliverum Avenell filium suum obsidem suum" and transferred his custody to the bishop of London[232]. "Oliver Avenel and Agnes his wife, daughter and heiress of Odo of Wanstrow" paid a fine for "the relief of half a knight´s fee…in Merston which falls to Agnes by inheritance" in Somerset, dated 1 Feb 1222[233]. An order dated to [Mar] 1226 confiscated "all the lands…formerly of Oliver Avenel who is dead…saving to Agnes his wife her reasonable maintenance…" in Wiltshire[234]. m AGNES, daughter of ODO of Wanstrow & his wife --- (-after [Mar] 1226). "Oliver Avenel and Agnes his wife, daughter and heiress of Odo of Wanstrow" paid a fine for "the relief of half a knight´s fee…in Merston which falls to Agnes by inheritance" in Somerset, dated 1 Feb 1222[235]. An order dated to [Mar] 1226 confiscated "all the lands…formerly of Oliver Avenel who is dead…saving to Agnes his wife her reasonable maintenance…" in Wiltshire[236].

10. NICHOLAS Avenell (-[1221/22]). m as her first husband, MABEL Malet, daughter of WILLIAM Malet & his [first wife ---]. She married secondly (before 18 Nov 1223) Hugues de Vivonne. Her second marriage is confirmed by an order dated 18 Nov 1223 placing "in respite…the demand…from Hugh de Vivonne…for the debt that William Malet, father of the wife of Vivon, owed the king"[237].

Chapter 6. AVRANCHES

1. --- d´Avranches . m CECILIA, daughter of --- (-after 21 Nov 1216). Henry III King of England ordered "Petro de Maulay" to release "Cecilie de Abbrincis et Willelmo de Abbrincis filio suo, Simonem fratrem ipsius Willelmi, laicum", but retain "Gaufrido fratre ipsius Willelmi clerico et Matillide filia ipsius Willelmi", dated 21 Nov 1216[238]. Three children:

a) WILLIAM d´Avranches (-after 1218). Henry III King of England ordered "Petro de Maulay" to release "Cecilie de Abbrincis et Willelmo de Abbrincis filio suo, Simonem fratrem ipsius Willelmi, laicum", but retain "Gaufrido fratre ipsius Willelmi clerico et Matillide filia ipsius Willelmi", dated 21 Nov 1216[239]. m MATILDA de Bocland, daughter of WILLIAM de Bocland & his wife Matilda de Say (-after 1218)---. Bracton lists a claim by "Willelmus de Aurenches et Matillis uxor eius, Johannes de Bouilla et Hauissia uxor eius" against "Robertum de Ferrariis et Johannam uxorem eius", dated 1218, for "hereditate Willelmi de Boclonde patris earum", noting that "Matillis et Cecilia [error for Hawisia] sunt sorores sororis [error for uxoris] sue [=predicti Willelmi]"[240]. William & his wife had one child:

i) MATILDA d´Avranches . Henry III King of England ordered "Petro de Maulay" to release "Cecilie de Abbrincis et Willelmo de Abbrincis filio suo, Simonem fratrem ipsius Willelmi, laicum", but retain "Gaufrido fratre ipsius Willelmi clerico et Matillide filia ipsius Willelmi", dated 21 Nov 1216[241].

b) SIMON d´Avranches . Henry III King of England ordered "Petro de Maulay" to release "Cecilie de Abbrincis et Willelmo de Abbrincis filio suo, Simonem fratrem ipsius Willelmi, laicum", but retain "Gaufrido fratre ipsius Willelmi clerico et Matillide filia ipsius Willelmi", dated 21 Nov 1216[242].

c) GEOFFREY d´Avranches . Henry III King of England ordered "Petro de Maulay" to release "Cecilie de Abbrincis et Willelmo de Abbrincis filio suo, Simonem fratrem ipsius Willelmi, laicum", but retain "Gaufrido fratre ipsius Willelmi clerico et Matillide filia ipsius Willelmi", dated 21 Nov 1216[243].

Chapter 7. BARDOLF

1. HUGUES Bardolf (-after 1053). Guillaume de Poitou records that "Hugo Bardulfus" was captured in the battle at Château d´Arques, dated to 25 Oct 1053[244].

2. WILLIAM Bardolf . m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had one child:

a) daughter . A book of fees records that “Ivo de Tailbois” held “baroniam de Hephall cum uxore sua…filia Will de Bardulf”, previously held by the latter, granted by William I King of England[245]. m as his first wife, IVO Taillebois, son of --- (-[1094/95], bur Spalding).

[Three] brothers:

1. [HUGH Bardolf (-after 1166). "Hugone Bardol…" witnessed the undated charter, dated to the early part of the reign of King Henry II, under which "R. de Haia" granted land at Authorpe, Lincolnshire to "Herberto filio Aelart"[246]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Hugo Bardulfus ii milites, Doun Bardulf i militem" holding land from Richard de Hay in Lincolnshire in 1166[247].]

2. DOON Bardolf (-after 1166). Henry II King of England confirmed the property of the abbey of Blanchelande, including donations by "Engelgerius de Bohon…Ricardus Avenel…Doon Bardouf et Thomas frater eius…", by charter dated 1157[248]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Hugo Bardulfus ii milites, Doun Bardulf i militem" holding land from Richard de Hay in Lincolnshire in 1166[249].

3. THOMAS Bardolf (-after 1157). Henry II King of England confirmed the property of the abbey of Blanchelande, including donations by "Engelgerius de Bohon…Ricardus Avenel…Doon Bardouf et Thomas frater eius…", by charter dated 1157[250].

1. WILLIAM Bardolf . A bull of Pope Alexander III dated 27 May 1163 confirms donations to the priory of St Faith, Horsham, Norfolk including the donation of land “in Frecaham et in Spicafurda” made by “Willielmus Bardulfus"[251].

1. DOON Bardolf (-1205). The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1196/97], records "Dohun Bardulf" paying "xliii s" in Warwickshire, Leicestershire[252]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "hæres Dodonis Bardulf" holding 25 knights´ fees in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire in [1210/12][253]. The Testa de Nevill includes a writ of King John dated 1212 which records that "Dodo Bardolf" held property "de rege in Hamringham" in Lincolnshire[254]. m as her second husband, BEATRICE de Warenne, widow of RALPH, daughter of WILLIAM de Warenne of Wormegay, Norfolk & his first wife Beatrix de Pierrepont (-before 12 Dec 1214). She married thirdly Hubert de Burgh, who was later created Earl of Kent. Her second and third marriages are confirmed by a receipt dated 22 Jul 1227 for payment of a fine by Hubert de Burgh for "Beatrice de Warenna late his wife, by whom he had children" to have the lands of "William de Warenna her father and…her dower of the lands of Dodo Bardolf, formerly her husband"[255]. Her third marriage is suggested by the Testa de Nevill which includes a writ of King John dated 1212 recording that "Gaufridus de Merlai" held "quoddam feodum in Illington" in Norfolk "de Huberto de Burgo per heredum Willelmi de Warenne uxorem suam", adding that Henry II King of England had granted the property to "Reginaldo de Warrenn"[256]. Doon & his wife had two children:

a) WILLIAM Bardolf of Wormegay, Norfolk and Shelford, Nottinghamshire (-1275). m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had one child:

i) WILLIAM Bardolf (-1 Dec 1289). m JULIANE de Gournay, daughter of HUGUES [VI] de Gournay of Mapledurham, Oxfordshire & his second wife Mathilde --- ([1235/39]-1295). William & his wife had one child:

(a) HUGH Bardolf ([29 Sep 1259]-Sep 1304). He was summoned to parliament in 1298 whereby he is held to have become Lord Bardolf. m (before 1282) ISABEL Aguillon, daughter of Sir ROBERT Aguillon & his first wife Joan Ferrers of the Earls of Derby (-before 28 May 1323).

- LORDS BARDOLF[257].

b) ROHESE Bardolf . m firstly as his second wife, HENRY de la Pomerai, son of HENRY de la Pomerai & his wife Rohese --- (-1207). m secondly JOHN Russell, son of ---.

1. ROBERT Bardolf (-after 1166). Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Robertus Bardulf" held one knight fee "in Hou" in Kent[258].

2. THOMAS Bardolf (-after 1190). "…Thoma Bardulfi" subscribed the charter dated Feb 1187 under which Henry II King of England granted duty exemptions to the Cistercians of Dunes[259]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1190/91], records "honor Piperelli de Londonia" paying "li milites et vi pars…in diversis comitatibus", of which "in perdonis Thomæ Bardulfo, x s", in Essex, Hertfordshire[260]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records that "Willelmus frater regis H[enrici]" gave land at "Bradewelle" in Essex to "Thomas Bardulf" who gave three parts thereof with "tres filiabus suis in maritagio…Roberto de Sancto Remigio et Willelmo Bacun et Baldewino de Tony"[261]. m ---. The name of Thomas Bardulf´s wife is not known. Thomas & his wife had three children:

a) daughter . The Red Book of the Exchequer records that "Willelmus frater regis H[enrici]" gave land at "Bradewelle" in Essex to "Thomas Bardulf" who gave three parts thereof with "tres filiabus suis in maritagio…Roberto de Sancto Remigio et Willelmo Bacun et Baldewino de Tony", and that [after the loss of Normandy] King John gave "partem Willelmi Bacun et partem Roberti de Sancto Remigio" to "Thomæ filio Bernardi" to whom he later gave "Aliciæ de Jarpenville" in marriage[262]. m ROBERT de Saint-Rémy, son of ---.

b) daughter . The Red Book of the Exchequer records that "Willelmus frater regis H[enrici]" gave land at "Bradewelle" in Essex to "Thomas Bardulf" who gave three parts thereof with "tres filiabus suis in maritagio…Roberto de Sancto Remigio et Willelmo Bacun et Baldewino de Tony", and that [after the loss of Normandy] King John gave "partem Willelmi Bacun et partem Roberti de Sancto Remigio" to "Thomæ filio Bernardi" to whom he later gave "Aliciæ de Jarpenville" in marriage[263]. m WILLIAM Bacon, son of ---.

c) daughter . The Red Book of the Exchequer records that "Willelmus frater regis H[enrici]" gave land at "Bradewelle" in Essex to "Thomas Bardulf" who gave three parts thereof with "tres filiabus suis in maritagio…Roberto de Sancto Remigio et Willelmo Bacun et Baldewino de Tony", which "Baldewinus de Thony" still held in [1210/12][264]. m BALDWIN de Tosny, son of RALPH de Tosny of Holkham, co Norfolk & his wife Ada de Chaumont ([1169]-after 1210).

3. HUGH Bardolf (-[1200]). "…Hugone Bardulfi" subscribed the charter dated to [1172/1188] under which Henry II King of England donated property to the lepers of Mont-aux-Malades[265]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1194/95], records "Hugo Bardulf" paying "xx s de i feodo in Hou, i milites" in Kent[266]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1196/97], records "Hugo Bardulfus" among those granted delay for payment "per brevia" in Kent[267]. His career is discussed by Clay[268]. m as her first husband, AMABILIS de Limesey, daughter of --- (-after 27 May 1205). She married secondly John de Briouse. "Amabil q fuit ux Hug Bard" paid a fine to marry where she will without licence of the king "quamdiu sit vidua pro morte Johannis de Braosa quondam viri sui" in Warwickshire, dated 1205[269]. King John confirmed "Amabli de Limisy [q fuit ux H Bard]" freedom to marry whom she will, naming "Johis de Breos quondam viri sui", by charter dated 27 May 1205[270]. "Amable de Limesie…post obitum Johannis de Brawose quondam viri mei" confirmed grants of land to "Benedicto filio Murielis", in accordance with earlier grants made by "Gaufridi de Limesie et Johannis de Limesie antecessorum meorum" to "Alexandro filio Thony" who held the land "tempore Radulfi de Limesie et predictorum Gaufridi et Johannis de Limesie", by charter dated to [1224/Jun 1225][271].

4. ROBERT Bardolf (-after 1210). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Robertus Bardulfe" holding one knight´s fee in Kent in [1210/12][272].

5. WILLIAM Bardolf (-before 1206). King John confirmed land "in Hepedale et in Kokedale", which "Will fil Will patre predicte Elysabeth tenuit", to "Willelmo Bardulf et Elysabeth uxori sue" by charter dated 25 Apr 1200[273]. m as her first husband, ELIZABETH, daughter of WILLIAM FitzWilliam & his wife --- (-after 1212). King John confirmed land "in Hepedale et in Kokedale", which "Will fil Will patre predicte Elysabeth tenuit", to "Willelmo Bardulf et Elysabeth uxori sue" by charter dated 25 Apr 1200[274]. "Elizabeth q fuit uxor Willi Bard" paid a fine to marry where she will, in Northumberland, dated 1206[275]. She married secondly Ivo Taillebois. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Yvo Taylebois" holding "baroniam de Ephal[ton] cum uxore W[illelmi] Badulfi" with one knight´s fee from King John in Northumberland in [1210/12][276]. The Testa de Nevill includes a writ of King John dated 1212 which records "Yvo Tailleboys" holding "baroniam de Hephale cum uxore qui fuit Willelmi Bardolf quam habet de dono domini Regis Johannis" in Northumberland[277].

Chapter 8. BASKERVILLE

1. ROBERT de Baskerville (-after 1109). "Robertus de Baskevilla" donated land "extra muros" to Gloucester St Peter on returning from Jerusalem, dated 1109[278].

2. ROGER de Baskerville (-after [1123]). "…Rog de Bascuilla…" subscribed the charter dated to [1123] records that "Walt de Gloec" gave Little Hereford in fee to "Willo de Mara nepoti suo"[279].

3. --- . m ---. Two children:

a) ROBERT de Baskerville (-after 1176). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Robertus de Baskerville" holding 8 knights´ fees under "Hugonis de Lascy" in Hereford[280]. "Robertus de Baskerevilla" confirmed the donation of land "in Cumba" made to Gloucester St Peter by "Hugardus de Baskerevilla", with the consent of "Walterum fratrem meum", by undated charter[281]. The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "Robertus de Baskeruill" in Herefordshire[282].

b) WALTER de Baskerville . "Walterus de Baskerevilla" confirmed the donation of land "in Cumba" made to Gloucester St Peter by "Hugardus de Baskerevilla patruus meus" in 1157, by undated charter[283].

4. HUGH de Baskerville (-after 1157). "Walterus de Baskerevilla" confirmed the donation of land "in Cumba" made to Gloucester St Peter by "Hugardus de Baskerevilla patruus meus" in 1157, by undated charter[284].

5. RALPH de Baskerville (-after 1176). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Radulfus de Baskerville" holding one knight´s fee under "Ada de Port" in Hereford[285]. The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "in Stodesden…Radulfus de Baskeruill" in Shropshire and "Radulfus de Baskeruill" in Herefordshire[286]. King John confirmed the possessions of Lanthony abbey by charter dated 30 Jul 1199, including the donation of "ecclesiam de Herdesleia" made by "Radulfi de Baskervill"[287].

6. NESTA [de Baskerville] (-after 1210). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Nesta de Bascherville" holding "servientem cum lancea" from the Serjeantie in Wales[288]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Nesta de Bescharville" holding "per serjantariam i peditis in exercitu Walliæ" in [1210/12][289].

7. WALTER de Baskerville (-before Oct 1213). The Feet of Fines records the judgment dated 17 Nov 1195 in a claim by "Galfredus de Longo Campo" against "Walterus de Bascreuill" concerning "tota hereditate Emme de Sancto Ligo matris ipsii Galfridi…villa de Easton et villa de Kenpelee"[290]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Walterus de Baskerville" holding knights´ fees "Oretop in Irchenfeld" in Hereford in [1210/12][291]. m firstly ---. m [secondly] (before 4 Apr 1211) as her third husband, ISOLDA Pantulf, widow firstly of HUGH de Montpinçon, and secondly of WALTER de Tattershall, daughter of WILLIAM Pantulf of Breedon-on-the-Hill, Leicestershire & his wife Joan de Goldington (-before Jul 1223). "Isolda q fuit ux Walteri de Baskvill" paid a fine for "dote sua" in Leicestershire, dated 1213[292]. She married fourthly (1213) Henry Bisset. "Isolda Biset" paid a fine for "villa de Magorham…Henr Biset quondam vir suus…habuit" in Wiltshire, dated 9 Dec 1213[293]. She married fifthly Amaury de Saint-Amand.

8. RALPH de Baskerville . m ---. The name of Ralph´s wife is not known. Ralph & his wife had one child:

a) THOMAS de Baskerville (-after 1210). The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Tomas de Baskeruill…in Standon versus Milonem Pichard" in Herefordshire, adding that the property was invaded "post primam coronationem Henrici R" by "Radulfo patre suo Philippo de Braiose, per quem Milo tenet"[294]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Thomas de Bascherville" holding land in Shropshire in [1210/12][295].

9. AIMERY de Baskerville (-after 1210). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Aimerus de Bascherville" holding one half of one knight´s fee in Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire in [1210/12][296].

10. WALTER de Baskerville (-before 24 May 1244). A writ dated 24 May "28 Hen III" after the death of "Walter de Baskervill" names "Sir Walter de Baskerville his son…his heir" and records "Orcope manor in Urchenefeld" in Hereford[297]. m ---. The name of Walter´s wife is not known. Walter & his wife had one child:

a) WALTER de Baskerville . A writ dated 24 May "28 Hen III" after the death of "Walter de Baskervill" names "Sir Walter de Baskerville his son…his heir" and records "Orcope manor in Urchenefeld" in Hereford[298]. "Walter de Baskervill" was granted rights in "his manor of Horcop in Hirchinkefeld" dated 24 Feb 1253[299].

Chapter 9. BASSET

William Reedy, in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, indicates that the name "Basset" derives from the old French "basset" meaning of low stature[300]. Rising from relatively modest beginnings (if Orderic Vitalis is to be believed when he includes Ralph Basset among those whom Henry I King of England raised "from the dust"[301]), by the end of the 13th century the family had established the three major baronial lines of Basset of Great Weldon in Northamptonshire, Basset of Sapcote in Leicestershire, and Basset of Drayton Basset in Staffordshire. Reedy adds that "today more English villages are known by this particular family name than by any other", naming places in Berkshire, Essex, Hampshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Wiltshire and Yorkshire[302].

A. ORIGINS

1. RALPH Basset, son of --- (-after 1124). Orderic Vitalis names "Goisfredus de Clintona, Radulfus Basset et Hugo de Bocalanda…" among those who were "de ignobili stirpe" and whom King Henry I raised "de pulvere" (from the dust)[303]. Henry of Huntingdon names "Ralph Basset and his son Richard, justices of all England"[304]. Henry I King of England confirmed property ot Eynsham abbey by charter dated 25 Dec 1109, including the donation of "decimam suam de Strattona" by "Gillebertus Basset" and "decimam suam de una hida de Estelai" by "Radulfus Basset"[305]. "…Radulfo Basset" witnessed the charter dated 1113 granted by Henry I King of England in favour of Thorney abbey[306]. "Radulfus Basset et uxor eius A." donated land "in villa…Chinalton" by charter dated 1120 witnessed by "…Willelmus Basset et Ricardus Basset"[307]. "…Rad Basset…" subscribed the charter dated to [10 Apr/29 May] 1121 which records the arrangements for the marriage of "Miloni de Gloec" and "Sibilia filia Beorndi de Novo Mercato"[308]. The Chronicle of Abingdon records that "Turstinus" [=Thurstan Le Despencer, see the document ENGLAND EARLS created 1207-1466, Chapter 1.B) donated "ecclesiam de Mercham" to "cuidam ex regis clericis (Radulfo…de Tamewrtha)", after recording the dispute between Thurstan and Abingdon monastery concerning that church[309]. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle records in 1124 that "Ralph Basset held a court of the king´s thanes at Hundehoh in Leicestershire and hanged there more thieves than ever before"[310]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Radulfus Basset" used to hold one knight´s fee from the abbot of Glastonbury in Somerset "tempore Regis Henrici" (presumably indicating King Henry I) now held by "hæres Radulfi Basset junioris"[311]. It is possible that "Radulfus Basset" was the paternal uncle of "Radulfi Basset junioris" although no proof has been found that this is correct. Another possibility is that "Radulfus", referring to the senior Basset, was an error for "Richardus" who is recorded elsewhere as the father of "Radulfi Basset junioris" (see above). m A---, daughter of --- (-after 1120). "Radulfus Basset et uxor eius A." donated land "in villa…Chinalton" by charter dated 1120 witnessed by "…Willelmus Basset et Ricardus Basset"[312]. Ralph & his wife had [four or more] children:

a) RICHARD Basset (-1144). Henry of Huntingdon names "Ralph Basset and his son Richard, justices of all England"[313]. Orderic Vitalis records that "Ricardus…Basset" held "parvo feudo" in "Mosterolo" {Montreuil-au-Houlme, Orne, arr. Argentan, canton Briouze} which his father had obtained in Normandy[314], which suggests that Richard was his father´s oldest son. "Radulfus Basset et uxor eius A." donated land "in villa…Chinalton" by charter dated 1120 witnessed by "…Willelmus Basset et Ricardus Basset"[315]. Henry I King of England confirmed that he had granted "filiam Galfridi Ridel in uxorem" to "Ricardo Basset", together with the wardship of "terre predicti G. Ridel" until "Robertus Ridel" became a knight and married "neptem Radulfi Basset, scilicet filiam cuiusdam filie sue de muliere", by charter dated to [1120/23] witnessed by "…Roberti Basset et Osmundi Basset et Turstini Basset…"[316]. Henry I King of England recorded that "Nicholaus Basset" had quitclaimed him lands held of him "in capite…Mixeb et Wilaviston et…in Neuiton et Vivilcote", and that he had granted the lands to "Ricardo Basset", by charter dated to [1129/30][317]. The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Ric bass" (two entries) in Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire, in Surrey/Cambridge/Huntingdonshire, in Essex/Hertfordshire, and exempt in Staffordshire[318]. m ([1120/23]) MATILDA, daughter of GEOFFREY Ridel & his wife Geva ---. Henry I King of England confirmed that he had granted "filiam Galfridi Ridel in uxorem" to "Ricardo Basset", together with the wardship of "terre predicti G. Ridel" until "Robertus Ridel" became a knight and married "neptem Radulfi Basset, scilicet filiam cuiusdam filie sue de muliere", by charter dated to [1120/23][319]. Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the charter under which Empress Matilda granted property held by "pater eius Ricardus Basset…[et] Galfridi Ridel avi sui" to "Galfrido Ridel filio Ricardi Basset", dated to [1144/46][320]. Richard & his wife had five children:

i) RALPH Basset of Drayton Basset, Staffordshire (-1160). Henry II King of England confirmed the property of Eynsham abbey, including the donations by "Gisleberti Basset decimam de Stratona…Radulfi Basset decimam…de Estlaia" by charter dated 20 Dec [1159/61][321].

- BASSET of DRAYTON BASSET, STAFFORDSHIRE.

ii) GEOFFREY Ridel (-1180). Empress Matilda granted property held by "pater eius Ricardus Basset…[et] Galfridi Ridel avi sui" to "Galfrido Ridel filio Ricardi Basset" by charter dated to [1144/46], witnessed by "…Walchelino Maminot [et] Rogero filio"[322].

- RIDEL.

iii) WILLIAM Basset of Sapcote, Leicestershire (-[1185]). His parentage is confirmed by the Rotuli de Dominabus of 1185 which records “terra eius in Riscinton” held by “uxor que fuit Roberti de Caux et mater uxoris Radulfi filii Stephani, Cambellani domini regis, filia Ricardi Basset et soror Willelmi Basset…”[323]. "…Willo Basset…" witnessed the charter dated to [1152/67] under which the monks of Leicester abbey authorised the establishment of the church of St Mary the Less, Leicester[324]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Willelmus Basset" held two knights´ fees from "comitis Hugonis" in Norfolk[325].

- BASSET of SAPCOTE, LEICESTERSHIRE.

iv) SIBYL Basset ([before 1135]-after 1185). Her parentage and marriage are confirmed by the Rotuli de Dominabus of 1185 which records “terra eius in Riscinton” held by “uxor que fuit Roberti de Caux et mater uxoris Radulfi filii Stephani, Cambellani domini regis, filia Ricardi Basset et soror Willelmi Basset…L annorum et amplius”, adding that the land was “de baronia Radulfi filii Stephani”[326]. m ROBERT de Cauz, son of --- (-before 1185). The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Rob de Calz cum matre sua" and "Robt de Calz & Walts fil suus" in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire[327].

v) MATILDA Basset . Her parentage and marriage are indicated by the charter date to [1160] under which [her brother] "Gaufridus Ridel" granted various properties in the counties of Leicester, Rutland and Northampton to "Johanni fratri meo", which notes that "ipse Johannes filius Johannis" swore homage to the grantor and gave him a gold ring[328]. William Reedy assumes that "Johanni fratri meo" was the grantor´s brother-in-law John de Stuteville[329]. This appears to be confimed as correct by the undated charter under which "Gaufridus Ridel" confirmed that "Johanni de Stutevilla" did homage to him by on the same day, witnessed by "…Radulfus Basset, Ricardus Basset, W. Basset…R. de Stutevill, Nicolaus de Stutevill…"[330]. "Gaufridus Ridel" confirmed a grant of property to "Johanni de Stutuilla" in his fee by charter dated to [1160], witnessed by "…R. filius Nicolai de Stutavilla, Thomas frater suus…"[331]. m JOHN de Stuteville, son of JOHN de Stuteville [d´Estouteville] & his wife Agnes --- (-after [1160]).

b) THURSTAN Basset [I] (-after 1166). His parentage is confirmed by the Chronicle of Abingdon which records that "Turstinus" [=Thurstan Le Despencer, see the document ENGLAND EARLS created 1207-1466, Chapter 1.B) donated "ecclesiam de Mercham" to "cuidam ex regis clericis (Radulfo…de Tamewrtha)", after recording the dispute between Thurstan and Abingdon monastery concerning that church, and in a later passage that [his son] "Ricardus itaque Basset (filius Turstini filii Radulfi prædicti" revived the claim against the monastery "cum patre mortuo" relating to "terræ de Chedeleswrtha" which was settled[332]. Henry I King of England confirmed that he had granted "filiam Galfridi Ridel in uxorem" to "Ricardo Basset" by charter dated to [1120/23] witnessed by "…Roberti Basset et Osmundi Basset et Turstini Basset…"[333].

- see below, Part D.

c) daughters . The existence of these daughters is confirmed by the charter dated to [1120/23] under which Henry I King of England confirmed that he had granted "filiam Galfridi Ridel in uxorem" to "Ricardo Basset", together with the wardship of "terre predicti G. Ridel" until "Robertus Ridel" became a knight and married "neptem Radulfi Basset, scilicet filiam cuiusdam filie sue de muliere"[334].

The primary sources which confirm the parentage of the following members of the family have not been identified. William Reedy, in the genealogical tables in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, suggests that Robert, Osmund and Gilbert were possible brothers of Ralph Basset[335]. He does not provide the basis for his speculation, but from a chronological point of view it is reasonable. Reedy does not place the two individuals named William Basset, who are shown below, in his genealogical table.

1. ROBERT Basset (-after 1142). Henry I King of England confirmed that he had granted "filiam Galfridi Ridel in uxorem" to "Ricardo Basset" by charter dated to [1120/23] witnessed by "…Roberti Basset et Osmundi Basset et Turstini Basset…"[336]. "Comite de Clara, et Cadwaldro rege Walliarum, Roberto Basset, Gaufrido Dispensario…" witnessed the charter dated 1142 under which Ranulf Earl of Chester confirmed the rights of Shrewsbury abbey over land between the Ribble and Mersey rivers[337].

2. OSMUND Basset . William Reedy, in the genealogical tables in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, suggests that Osmund may have been the brother of Ralph Basset[338]. Henry I King of England confirmed that he had granted "filiam Galfridi Ridel in uxorem" to "Ricardo Basset" by charter dated to [1120/23] witnessed by "…Roberti Basset et Osmundi Basset et Turstini Basset…"[339]. "[Abbas] Willelmus" and the monks of St Benet of Hulme leased the manor of Heigham to "Richardo Basset" for life by charter dated to [1127/34], witnessed by "…Osmundo Basset…"[340]. same person as…? OSMUND Basset of Ipsden (-after 1166). William Reedy, in the genealogical tables in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, indicates that Osmund, father of John Basset, was the same person as Osmund Basset, possible brother of Ralph Basset (see above)[341]. From a chronological point of view, this would imply a long active life if it is correct that Osmund was still alive in 1166. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record "Nicholaus Basset, x milites, Gilbertus Basset, vii milites, Turstanus Basset, vi milites et ii partes milites…Osmundus Basset, i militem et quartam partem militis…Fulco Basset i militem" as feeholders in the honour of Wallingford in Berkshire[342]. m as her second husband, BASILIA, widow of LUVET de Brai, daughter of ---. Her marriages are stated in Domesday Descendants[343]. Osmund & his wife had two children:

a) JOHN Basset . His parentage is confirmed by a claim dated 1225, noted by Bracton, by "Henricus de Oilly" against "Willelmum Basset" for "feodum dim. militis…in Hispedena", the defendant claiming that "Briennius filius Comitis" granted half to "Osemundo Basset avo istius Willelmi Basset" who passed it to "Johannis Basset patri istius Willelmi Basset"[344]. m MELISENDE, daughter of ---. She is named as wife of John in a charter of Missenden abbey[345]. John & his wife had one child:

i) WILLIAM Basset (-after 26 Feb 1208). The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Willelmo Basset f Johannis Basset lxx s in manerio de Aclay de dimidio anno" in "honoris de Warengeford preter Wicumbam"[346]. King John confirmed "feud i militis…in Okléé" to "Willo Basset fil et heredi Johis Basset fil Osmundi Basset", and "pereatis de Cecylia de Dunestanvill quondam uxore sua villam de Menelidam" which "Alanus de Dunestanvill pater ipsius Cecilie dedit ei ad se maritandam", by charter dated 26 Feb 1208[347]. Bracton notes a claim, dated 1225, by "Henricus de Oilly" against "Willelmum Basset" for "feodum dim. militis…in Hispedena", the plaintiff claiming that it was held by "Matillis de Oylli […Briennius filius Comitis…uxor sua]…tempore H. Regis patris Imperatricis" who died without heirs, inherited by "Roberto de Oylli…Henrici de Oylli patri istius Henrici", while the defendant claimed that "Briennius filius Comitis" granted half to "Osemundo Basset avo istius Willelmi Basset" who passed it to "Johannis Basset patri istius Willelmi Basset"[348]. m CECILY de Dunstanville, daughter of ALAN de Dunstanville & his wife --- (-before 26 Feb 1208). King John confirmed "feud i militis…in Okléé" to "Willo Basset fil et heredi Johis Basset fil Osmundi Basset", and "pereatis de Cecylia de Dunestanvill quondam uxore sua villam de Menelidam" which "Alanus de Dunestanvill pater ipsius Cecilie dedit ei ad se maritandam", by charter dated 26 Feb 1208[349].

b) ALICE Basset . Her parentage and marriage are stated in Domesday Descendants[350]. m ROBERT FitzWale, son of ---.

3. GILBERT Basset (-after 25 Dec 1109). William Reedy, in the genealogical tables in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, suggests that Gilbert may have been the brother of Ralph Basset[351]. Henry I King of England confirmed property ot Eynsham abbey by charter dated 25 Dec 1109, including the donation of "decimam suam de Strattona" by "Gillebertus Basset" and "decimam suam de una hida de Estelai" by "Radulfus Basset"[352].

4. WILLIAM Basset (-after 1120). "Radulfus Basset et uxor eius A." donated land "in villa…Chinalton" by charter dated 1120 witnessed by "…Willelmus Basset et Ricardus Basset"[353].

5. WILLIAM Basset (-1134). Abbot of St Benet of Hulme. The Chronicle of John of Oxenedes records the death in 1126 of "Conradus abbas sancti Benedicti de Hulmo" and the succession of "Willelmus cognomento Basseth"[354]. "[Abbas] Willelmus" and the monks of St Benet of Hulme leased the manor of Heigham to "Richardo Basset" for life by charter dated to [1127/34], witnessed by "…Osmundo Basset…"[355]. The Chronicle of John of Oxenedes records the death in 1134 of "Willelmus Basseth abbas sancti Benedicti de Hulmo"[356].

6. MILO Basset (-after [Oct 1138/Sep 1139]). The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Milon bass" in Norfolk/Suffolk[357]. "…Milon Basseth…" witnessed two charters dated to [Oct 1138/Sep 1139] under which Queen Matilda and King Stephen, respectively, donated property to the Templars[358].

The primary sources which confirm the parentage of the following members of the family have not been identified. William Reedy, in the genealogical tables in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, indicates that Nicholas and Thurstan were sons of Ralph Basset[359]. He does not provide the basis for his speculation, but from a chronological point of view it is reasonable.

1. NICHOLAS Basset (-before 1166). William Reedy states that Nicholas Basset was the brother of Richard Basset but cites no primary source which supports this statement[360]. Henry I King of England recorded that "Nicholaus Basset" had quitclaimed him lands held of him "in capite…Mixeb et Wilaviston et…in Neuiton et Vivilcote", and that he had granted the lands to "Ricardo Basset", by charter dated to [1129/30][361]. An undated charter of King Henry II confirmed donations to Elstow including that of “terræ in Oxineford” by “Nicholai Basset” and land "in Avintona" by "Richardi Basset"[362]. m ---. The name of Nicholas´s wife is not known. Nicholas & his wife had one child:

a) NICHOLAS Basset (-after 1166). Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record "Nicholaus Basset, x milites, Gilbertus Basset, vii milites, Turstanus Basset, vi milites et ii partes milites…Osmundus Basset, i militem et quartam partem militis…Fulco Basset i militem" as feeholders in the honour of Wallingford in Berkshire[363].

1. GILBERT Basset (-after 1166). Henry II King of England confirmed the property of Eynsham abbey, including the donations by "Gisleberti Basset decimam de Stratona…Radulfi Basset decimam…de Estlaia" by charter dated 20 Dec [1159/61][364]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record "Nicholaus Basset, x milites, Gilbertus Basset, vii milites, Turstanus Basset, vi milites et ii partes milites…Osmundus Basset, i militem et quartam partem militis…Fulco Basset i militem" as feeholders in the honour of Wallingford in Berkshire[365].

B. BASSET of DRAYTON BASSET, STAFFORDSHIRE

RALPH Basset, son of RICHARD Basset & his wife Matilda Ridel (-1160). "Radulfus Basset filius Ricardi Basset" confirmed the donation of "terram de Niwebold…de feodo de Colestona" to Eynsham abbey made by "Radulfus Basset auus meus" by charter dated to [1144/63], witnessed by "Ricardus abbas Legrec, Robertus frater eius, Adel uxor mea, Thomas de Sais et Willelmus et Robertus filii eius…"[366]. "Galfridus Ridel" granted Colston "de feodo meo quæ fuit Gevæ Ridel avæ nostræ…Draituna", which "Radulfus Basset avus meus et Ricardus Basset pater noster" had granted, to "Radulfo Basset fratri meo", as well as other grants naming "Matildis Ridel matris meæ", by charter dated to [1150][367]. Henry II King of England confirmed the property of Eynsham abbey, including the donations by "Gisleberti Basset decimam de Stratona…Radulfi Basset decimam…de Estlaia" by charter dated 20 Dec [1159/61][368]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Radulfus Basset" used to hold one knight´s fee from the abbot of Glastonbury in Somerset "tempore Regis Henrici" (presumably indicating King Henry I) now held by "hæres Radulfi Basset junioris"[369]. The 1163/64 Pipe Roll records that "Wills Basset…ipsi Willo" made payment "p debito Rad fris sui" in Leicestershire[370].

[m ---. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "uxor Radulfi Bassat" held "viii carucatas de dote sua in Rakendale et in Wileis" from "Galfridi Ridel" in Northamptonshire[371].]

m ALICE, daughter of ---. “Radulfus Basset” donated property to Canwell priory, for the souls of “Aliciæ uxoris meæ et filiorum meorum”, by undated charter, witnessed by "…Willielmo Basset…"[372]. "Radulfus Basset filius Ricardi Basset" confirmed the donation of "terram de Niwebold…de feodo de Colestona" to Eynsham abbey made by "Radulfus Basset auus meus" by charter dated to [1144/63], witnessed by "…Adel uxor mea…"[373].

Ralph & his wife had one child:

1. RALPH Basset (-1211). “Radulfus Basset” confirmed donations to Canwell priory by “Geua Ridel et pater meus Radulfus Basset”, by undated charter, witnessed by "…Willielmo Basset…"[374]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Radulfus filius Radulfi Baiset" held "vii carucatas et dimidiam in Dicutone" from "Galfridi Ridel" in Northamptonshire[375]. "…Thoma Basset" subscribed the charter dated to May [1175/79] under which Henry II King of England confirmed donations to the lepers of Saint-Lazare de Jerusalem[376]. m ---. The name of Ralph´s wife is not known. However, the following charter suggests that she may have been Isabel de Pattingham: "Dominam Isabel de Patingham…cum assensu heredum suorum" donated "assartum in Chyltun" to the nuns of Brewood, in exchange for land "in Patingham…de dono Radulfo Bassed", by charter dated to [1211/16], witnessed by "…Radulfo Bassed juvene et Ricardo fratre suo…"[377]. Ralph & his wife had two children:

a) RALPH Basset (-[1254/61]). "Dominam Isabel de Patingham…cum assensu heredum suorum" donated "assartum in Chyltun" to the nuns of Brewood, in exchange for land "in Patingham…de dono Radulfo Bassed", by charter dated to [1211/16], witnessed by "…Radulfo Bassed juvene et Ricardo fratre suo…"[378]. A charter dated 15 Sep 1221 records a final settlement between "Rogerum filium Radulfi" and "Radulfum Basset" relating to land in Willowes, Leicestershire which Roger had claimed from "Aliciam Basset aviam ipsius Radulfi"[379]. m ISABEL, daughter of ---. “Radulfus Basset filius Isabel” confirmed donations to Canwell priory, for the souls of “…Margaretæ uxoris meæ et hæredum meorum”, by undated charter[380]. Ralph & his wife had one child:

i) RALPH Basset (-4 Aug 1265). “Radulfus Basset filius Isabel” confirmed donations to Canwell priory, for the souls of “…Margaretæ uxoris meæ et hæredum meorum”, by undated charter[381]. m as her first husband, MARGARET de Somery, daughter of ROGER de Somery of Dudley, Worcestershire & his first wife Nicole de Albini of the Earls of Arundel (-before 18 Sep 1289). The Annales Londonienses name "filium Radulphum qui mortuus erat ante patrem suum et quatuor filias, Margaretam, Johannam, Elizabetham et Matildam, Margareta nupsit Radulpho de Basset juniori, Johanna nupsit Johanni Lestrange, Elizabetha Waltero de Souli, Matillda Henrico de Erdyntoune" as the children of "Rogeri de Someri" and his wife "Nicholaa", adding that Margaret married "Radulpho de Basset juniori"[382]. “Radulfus Basset filius Isabel” confirmed donations to Canwell priory, for the souls of “…Margaretæ uxoris meæ et hæredum meorum”, by undated charter[383]. She married secondly (before 26 Jan 1271) Ralph de Cromwell of Cromwell, Nottinghamshire and West Hallam, Derbyshire. A writ dated 26 Aug "1 Edw I", after the death of "Roger de Somery" records details of "the inheritance of Nicholaa de Albiniaco his first wife" and names "Margaret the wife of Ralph de Cromwelle, Joan the wife of John le Strange, Mabel the wife of Walter de Suyllye and Maud the wife of Henry de Erdinton" as her heirs[384]. Ralph & his wife had one child:

(a) RALPH Basset (-31 Dec 1299, bur Drayton). He was summoned to parliament in 1295, whereby he is held to have become Lord Basset. m HAWISE, daughter of ---.

- LORDS BASSET (of DRAYTON)[385].

b) RICHARD Basset . "Dominam Isabel de Patingham…cum assensu heredum suorum" donated "assartum in Chyltun" to the nuns of Brewood, in exchange for land "in Patingham…de dono Radulfo Bassed", by charter dated to [1211/16], witnessed by "…Radulfo Bassed juvene et Ricardo fratre suo…"[386].

C. BASSET of HEADINGTON and WALLINGFORD, OXFORDSHIRE

William Reedy, in the genealogical tables in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, indicates that the following brothers and sister were children of Gilbert Basset, whom he identifies as the possible brother of the first Ralph Basset (see Part A above)[387]. He does not indicate the primary source on which this is based.

1. THOMAS Basset [I] of Headington, Oxfordshire (-after [1180/82]). The Red Book of the Exchequer refers to "Thomas Basset" in Oxfordshire in [1171/72][388]. m ALICE de Dunstanville, daughter of [ALAN de Dunstanville & his wife ---] (-after 1186). Oswald Barron names Alice as daughter of Alan de Dunstanville and records her marriage to Thomas Basset, but does not cite the corresponding primary source[389]. Her parentage is confirmed by a charter dated 20 Mar 1200 under which King John confirmed the grant of "manerium de Scaudeford", which "fuit Walteri de Dunestanvill avunculi sui, sic jus et liberum maritagium Aelic matris ipsius Gilberti", to her son "Gilberto Basset"[390]. Thomas [I] & his wife had four children:

a) GILBERT Basset [I] (-[1205/06]). "Thomas Basset", with the consent of "Gilleberti primogeni filii mei", granted "Cumtonam…cuius medietas fuit maritagium matris mee, altera…medietatis…fuit maritagium uxoris mee matris eorum" to "Alano filio meo fratri suo" by charter dated to [1180/82?], witnessed by "…Walterus de Dunstanvill, Alanus de Dunstanvill, Fulco Basset…Thomas Basset juvenis…"[391]. "Gillebertus Basset" conceded Compton Basset, Wiltshire to "Alano fratri meo", at the request of "Thome Basset patris mei et Aliz de Dunstanvill matris mee", by charter dated to [1180/82], witnessed by "…Walterus de Dunstanvill, Alanus de Dunstanvill, Fulco Basset…Thomas Basset juvenis…"[392]. "Gilebertus Basset" granted land at Bicester and other properties to the prior of Bicester, for the souls of "mee et uxoris mee Egeline et liberorum nostrorum", by charter dated to [1182/85], witnessed by "…Egelina uxore mea, Aliz Basset…Thoma Basset, Fulcone Basset…"[393]. The Roll of Honour dated [1186/87] records that "Gilberto Basset…Alano Basset" held land in the honour of Walingford[394]. "Gillebertus Basset" confirmed land at Cowley to "Waltero filio Tostani de Coveleia" by charter dated to [1180/1205], witnessed by "Toma Basset, Alano Basset…"[395]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1194/95], names "Gilbertus Basset" among those granted delay in payment "per brevis" in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire[396]. King John confirmed the grant of "manerio suo de Strafford" to "Gilberto Basset et Eggelin uxori eius" by charter dated 21 Mar 1200[397]. A charter of King Edward II records that “Gilebertus Basset” founded Bicester priory, Oxfordshire, for the souls of "…uxoris meæ Egelinæ et liberorum nostrorum", witnessed by "uxore mea Egelina, Aliz. Basset, Henrico de Curtenay, Roberto Damary, Hugone Drunald, Thoma Basset, Fulcone Basset…"[398]. m AIGELINE de Courtenay, daughter of RENAUD de Courtenay & his second wife Hawise d´Avranches (-after 1219). "Gilebertus Basset" granted land at Bicester and other properties to the prior of Bicester, for the souls of "mee et uxoris mee Egeline et liberorum nostrorum", by charter dated to [1182/85], witnessed by "…Egelina uxore mea, Aliz Basset, Henrico de Curten…Thoma Basset, Fulcone Basset…"[399]. King John confirmed the grant of "manerio suo de Strafford" to "Gilberto Basset et Eggelin uxori eius" by charter dated 21 Mar 1200[400]. The presence of Aigeline in the grant suggests that the property in question had previously been held by her family. A charter of King Edward II records that “Gilebertus Basset” founded Bicester priory, Oxfordshire, for the souls of "…uxoris meæ Egelinæ et liberorum nostrorum", witnessed by "uxore mea Egelina…"[401]. "Aquilina de Curt" donated "totam terram meam de Swthona" to Bicester priory, for the souls of "patris mei Reginaldi de Curt et…matris mee et…sponsi mei Gilleberti Basset et filii mei Thome Basset", by charter dated to [1205/06], witnessed by "Robert de [C]urt, Thoma Basset…"[402]. "Eglina de Curthenai" donated half her dower in her manor of Wretchwick, Oxfordshire, which "predictus Gilbertus Basset bone memorie" retained when "predictam Eustaciam Basset" married "Thome de Verdun", to Bicester priory by charter dated to [1211/16], witnessed by "Ricardo de Campvill, Eustacia Basset uxore ipsius, Thoma Basset, Alano Basset…"[403]. The Testa de Nevill includes a list of landholdings in Oxfordshire, dated 1219, which includes "Egelina de Curtenai" holding land "in Craumerse…hundredo de Langetroe…[et] in Burnecestre…in hundredo de Pockedelau"[404]. Gilbert [I] & his wife had two children:

i) THOMAS Basset (-young). "Aquilina de Curt" donated "totam terram meam de Swthona" to Bicester priory, for the souls of "patris mei Reginaldi de Curt et…matris mee et…sponsi mei Gilleberti Basset et filii mei Thome Basset", by charter dated to [1205/06], witnessed by "Robert de [C]urt, Thoma Basset…"[405].

ii) EUSTACHIA Basset (-after [1211/16]). The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Gillebertus Basset…pro filia sua maritanda Tome de Verdun" in Oxfordshire[406]. Bracton records a claim, dated 1231, by "Nicholaus de Verdun" against "Andream de Bradeshulla" relating to property held by "Ricardum de Kaumvilla et Eustachiam uxorem eius…dotem ipsius Eustachie de dono ipsius Thome de Kaumuilla [error for Verdun] fratris primogeniti ipsius Nicholai et primi viri ipsius Eustachie" and which was previously held by "Bertramus de Verdun pater suus et Thomas de Verdun frater suus"[407]. "Eglina de Curthenai" donated half her dower in her manor of Wretchwick, Oxfordshire, which "predictus Gilbertus Basset bone memorie" retained when "predictam Eustaciam Basset" married "Thome de Verdun", to Bicester priory by charter dated to [1211/16], witnessed by "Ricardo de Campvill, Eustacia Basset uxore ipsius, Thoma Basset, Alano Basset…"[408]. m firstly ([1194]) THOMAS de Verdun, son of BERTRAM de Verdun & his [first/second] wife --- (-1199). m secondly ([1199]) RICHARD de Camville, son of GERARD de Camville & his wife Nicole de la Haye (-after 12 Feb 1217).

b) THOMAS Basset [II] of Headington, Oxfordshire (-1220). "Thomas Bass" granted "manerium meum de Comptun cum terra de Berewic" to "Alano filio meo" by charter dated to [1180/82?], witnessed by "…Waltero de Dunstanvile, Alano de Dunstanvile, Fulcone Basset…Thoma Basset juvene…"[409]. Thomas was most likely his parents´ second son, as shown by the order of witness names in the charter dated to [1180/1205] under which [his brother] "Gillebertus Basset" confirmed land at Cowley to "Waltero filio Tostani de Coveleia", witnessed by "Toma Basset, Alano Basset…"[410]. "Thom Basset" paid a fine for the marriage of "fil sua fil com de Warwic" in Oxfordshire and Warwickshire, dated 1205[411]. m PHILIPPA, daughter of WILLIAM FitzHugh Malbank & his wife ---. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. Thomas [II] & his wife had three children:

i) PHILIPPA Basset (-before 29 Nov 1265, bur Bicester Priory). "Thom Basset" paid a fine for the marriage of "fil sua fil com de Warwic" in Oxfordshire and Warwickshire, dated 1205[412]. "Henry earl of Warwick…and Philippa his wife, and Reginald de Vautorte…and Joan his wife, and Alice sister of Philippa and Joan" performed homage for the lands formerly of "Thomas Basset, whose heirs are Philippa, Joan and Alice", dated 19 May 1220[413]. Bracton records a claim, dated 1223, by "Walterus de Dunstanvilla" against "Johannem Byset et Aliciam Malet uxorem eius" concerning "terre…in Culintona", the defendants claiming that "ipse Alicia" held the land "in proparte sororum unde Johanna uxor Reginaldi de Vautort et Philippa uxor Henrici comitis Warrewici"[414]. An order dated 11 Oct 1227 records a lawsuit against "Henricum comitem Warewici et Philippam uxorem eius et Thomam filium ipsius comitis…"[415]. Bracton records an inquiry, dated 1231, by "Thome Basset" which names "Ricardus Suward…et Philippam comitissam Warwici uxorem eius"[416]. m firstly (after 1205) as his second wife, HENRY Earl of Warwick, son of WALERAN Earl of Warwick & his first wife Margaret --- ([1190]-1229 before 17 Oct). m secondly (before 4 Nov 1229, divorced 1242) RICHARD Siward, son of ---.

ii) JOANNA Basset (-after 1230). "Henry earl of Warwick…and Philippa his wife, and Reginald de Vautorte…and Joan his wife, and Alice sister of Philippa and Joan" performed homage for the lands formerly of "Thomas Basset, whose heirs are Philippa, Joan and Alice", dated 19 May 1220[417]. Bracton records a claim, dated 1223, by "Walterus de Dunstanvilla" against "Johannem Byset et Aliciam Malet uxorem eius" concerning "terre…in Culintona", the defendants claiming that "ipse Alicia" held the land "in proparte sororum unde Johanna uxor Reginaldi de Vautort et Philippa uxor Henrici comitis Warrewici"[418]. m REGINALD de Vautort, son of --- (-1246).

iii) ALICE Basset (-[1263]). "Henry earl of Warwick…and Philippa his wife, and Reginald de Vautorte…and Joan his wife, and Alice sister of Philippa and Joan" performed homage for the lands formerly of "Thomas Basset, whose heirs are Philippa, Joan and Alice", dated 19 May 1220[419]. Bracton records a claim, dated 1223, by "Walterus de Dunstanvilla" against "Johannem Byset et Aliciam Malet uxorem eius" concerning "terre…in Culintona", the defendants claiming that "ipse Alicia" held the land "in proparte sororum unde Johanna uxor Reginaldi de Vautort et Philippa uxor Henrici comitis Warrewici"[420]. m firstly [as his second wife,] WILLIAM Malet, son of GILBERT Malet & his wife Alice (-1215). m secondly (before 1221, annulled) H--- de Chaceporc, son of ---. m thirdly (1223 or before) JOHN Bisset, son of MANASSER Biset & his wife Alice --- (-1241).

c) ALAN Basset (-1231). "Thomas Bass" granted "manerium meum de Comptun cum terra de Berewic" to "Alano filio meo" by charter dated to [1180/82?], witnessed by "…Waltero de Dunstanvile, Alano de Dunstanvile, Fulcone Basset…Thoma Basset juvene…"[421].

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d) ISABEL Basset . The 1181/82 Pipe Roll records "Wido de Creon" accounting "pro habenda uxore que fuit Alberti Gresle" in Lincolnshire[422]. A genealogy of the founders of Freston Priory records that "monsieur Wythe de Croune" married "une Isabelle"[423]. m firstly ALBERT de Gresley, son of --- (-[1179]). m secondly GUY de Craon, son of MAURICE de Craon & his wife Clarice ---.

2. JOAN Basset . William Reedy, in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, states that Joan, sister of Thomas Basset, married Aubry de Dammartin as her third husband[424]. m firstly ---. m secondly ---. m thirdly AUBRY de Dammartin, son of ---.

The parentage of the following person has not been confirmed. However, his association in charters with the family of Thomas Basset of Headington suggests that he may have been another of Thomas´s brothers.

1. FULK Basset (-after [1180/82]). Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record "Nicholaus Basset, x milites, Gilbertus Basset, vii milites, Turstanus Basset, vi milites et ii partes milites…Osmundus Basset, i militem et quartam partem militis…Fulco Basset i militem" as feeholders in the honour of Wallingford in Berkshire[425]. "Fulco Basset" granted quitrents in Oxford to "Toraldo cordewanerio et Thome filio Widonis", in return for "quatuor libras sterlingorum" to "mihi Fulcone" and "unum anulum aureum" to "Ysout uxori mee", by charter dated to [1185/1205][426]. "Thomas Bass" granted "manerium meum de Comptun cum terra de Berewic" to "Alano filio meo" by charter dated to [1180/82?], witnessed by "…Waltero de Dunstanvile, Alano de Dunstanvile, Fulcone Basset…Thoma Basset juvene…"[427]. m ISOLDE, daughter of ---. "Fulco Basset" granted quitrents in Oxford to "Toraldo cordewanerio et Thome filio Widonis", in return for "quatuor libras sterlingorum" to "mihi Fulcone" and "unum anulum aureum" to "Ysout uxori mee", by charter dated to [1185/1205][428].

ALAN Basset, son of THOMAS Basset [I] of Headington, Oxfordshire & his wife Alice de Dunstanville (-1231). "Thomas Bass" granted "manerium meum de Comptun cum terra de Berewic" to "Alano filio meo" by charter dated to [1180/82?], witnessed by "…Waltero de Dunstanvile, Alano de Dunstanvile, Fulcone Basset…Thoma Basset juvene…"[429]. "Thomas Basset", with the consent of "Gilleberti primogeni filii mei", granted "Cumtonam…cuius medietas fuit maritagium matris mee, altera…medietatis…fuit maritagium uxoris mee matris eorum" to "Alano filio meo fratri suo" by charter dated to [1180/82?], witnessed by "…Walterus de Dunstanvill, Alanus de Dunstanvill, Fulco Basset…Thomas Basset juvenis…"[430]. The Roll of Honour dated [1186/87] records that "Gilberto Basset…Alano Basset" held land in the honour of Walingford[431]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Alanus Basset" held one knight fee "in Wokinges et Mapeldorwelle…ex dono Regis Ricardi" in Surrey, and one knight fee in Wycombe, Berkshire[432]. This entry must be redated to after 1189 if it is correct that the knight fees were granted by King Richard I. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Alanus Basset" holding "Berwike…de feodo Adæ de Port" and two knights´ fees "de honore Walingforde…in Wottone" in Wiltshire, and land "in Wokinges" in Surrey, in [1210/12][433]. Henry III King of England ordered "Petro de Maulay" to release "…Alanum Basset" from custody dated 21 Dec 1216[434]. A charter dated 1217 records that "Alanum Basset" granted the manor of Yarlington, Somerset to "Isobel quondam uxorem Willelmi de Monte Acuto" [as her dower] by charter dated 1217, witnessed by "Gilberto Basset, Warino Basset…"[435].

m firstly ALICE de Grey, daughter of ---. William Reedy, in the genealogical tables in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, names "Alice de Gray" as the first wife of Alan Basset and mother of the children as shown below[436]. He does not cite the primary source which confirms that this is correct.

m secondly ALINE de Gai, daughter of ---. A charter dated 16 Apr 1206 records a final settlement between "Thomam filium Ricardi et Aliciam uxorem suam" and "Alanum Basset et Alinam uxorem suam" relating to one knight´s fee in Broad Town, Wiltshire[437]. The Testa de Nevill includes a writ of King John dated 1212 which names "Alanus Basset de hereditate uxoris sue ii milites" among the tenants of the honour of Wallingford[438].

Alan & his first wife had five children:

1. THOMAS Basset (-before 1235). "Gilbert Basset" was granted "land of Kertlinton…as the king had granted it to Thomas Basset, brother of the said Gilbert" dated 4 May 1235[439].

2. GILBERT Basset [II] (-31 Jul 1241). "Gilbert Basset" was granted "rent which Alan Basset his [father] used to pay yearly to the exchequer", dated 30 Sep 1230[440]. "Gilbert Basset" was granted "land of Kertlinton…as the king had granted it to Thomas Basset, brother of the said Gilbert" dated 4 May 1235[441]. Bracton records a claim, dated 1234/35, by "Gregorius de la Dun" against "Giliberto Basset" concerning an agreement with "Alanum Basset patrem eiusdem Giliberti"[442]. Matthew Paris names "…Gilbertus Basset, cujus casum sinistrum præscripsimus…" among those who died in 1241[443]. m (before 18 Jun 1240) as her first husband, ISABEL de Ferrers, daughter of WILLIAM de Ferrers Earl of Derby & his first wife Sibyl Marshall of the Earls of Pembroke (-before 26 Nov 1260). A charter dated 18 Jun 1240 records that "the town of Greywell" was given "as a marriage portion to Gilbert Basset with Isabel daughter of William de Ferrariis, the earl´s [G. Marshal Earl of Pembroke] niece"[444]. She married secondly (1243 or before) as his second wife, Reynold de Mohun. A writ dated 26 Nov "45 Hen III", after the death of "Isabel Basset" names "William son of Reginald de Moun and the said Isabel, age variously stated as 6 and 7, is her heir"[445].

3. WARIN Basset (-after 6 Apr 1231). A charter dated 1217 records that "Alanum Basset" granted the manor of Yarlington, Somerset to "Isobel quondam uxorem Willelmi de Monte Acuto" [as her dower] by charter dated 1217, witnessed by "Gilberto Basset, Warino Basset…"[446]. Henry III King of England appointed judges in a claim by "Warinum Basset et Katerinam uxorem eius" and "Mauricium de Borham tenentem de…terre…in Heles et…in Bradeford" dated 18 Apr 1229[447]. A charter dated 6 Apr 1231 records a final settlement between "Warinum Basset et Katerinam uxorem eius" and the dean of Exeter relating to the advowson of the church of Veryan which they had "ex dono Johannis de Monte Acuto patris predicte Katerine"[448]. m KATHARINE de Montagu, daughter of JOHN de Montagu & his wife --- (-after 6 Apr 1231). Henry III King of England appointed judges in a claim by "Warinum Basset et Katerinam uxorem eius" and "Mauricium de Borham tenentem de…terre…in Heles et…in Bradeford" dated 18 Apr 1229[449]. Bracton records a claim, dated 1229, by "Warinus Basset et Katerina uxor eius" against "abbatem de Gresten" concerning "terre…in Merse" of which "Johannes […de Monte Acuto] pater ipsius Katerine" was seised[450]. A charter dated 6 Apr 1231 records a final settlement between "Warinum Basset et Katerinam uxorem eius" and the dean of Exeter relating to the advowson of the church of Veryan which they had "ex dono Johannis de Monte Acuto patris predicte Katerine"[451].

4. PHILIP Basset (-29 Oct 1271, bur Stanley, Wilts). "Philip Basset son of Alan Basset" was granted "land in Saham…", dated 9 Mar 1235[452]. A charter of King Edward II records that “Philippus Basset miles” confirmed the foundation of Bicester priory, Oxfordshire, for the souls of "…Fulconis Basset quondam Londoniensis episcopi fratris mei"[453]. A writ dated 6 Nov "55 Hen III", after the death of "Philip Basset", names "Aline his daughter, wife of Roger Bygod earl of Norfolk, marshal of England, late the wife of Sir Hugh le Despensir, age variously stated as 22 and more, 24 and more, 26 and 30 and more, is the heir", adding that Philip died "on the morrow of SS Simon and Jude last"[454]. m firstly HAWISE de Lovaine of Little Easton, Essex, daughter of MATHIEU de Lovaine & his wife Muriel ---. A writ dated 6 Nov "55 Hen III", after the death of "Philip Basset", records "Wykes manor in the hundred of Tendring [Essex]…of the inheritance of Helewise his wife, in chief of Sir Matthew de Luviayn"[455]. m secondly ([25 Nov 1254/23 Mar 1255]) as her second husband, ELA Longespee, widow of THOMAS de Warwick Earl of Warwick, daughter of WILLIAM Longespee Earl of Salisbury & his wife Ela of Salisbury (-9 Feb 1298, bur Oseney Abbey, Oxon). The Book of Lacock names “Isabellam de Vescy…Elam…Idam de Camyle” as the daughters of “Guillelmus Longespe ex…Ela”, adding that Ela married “Comes Warwik, et postea Philippus Basset” but was childless[456]. A writ dated 6 Nov "55 Hen III", after the death of "Philip Basset", records "Clinton Aston manor [Buckingham] held in exchange from Sir William Muntagu for the life of the said Philip and Lady Ella his wife"[457]. Philip & his first wife had two children:

a) ALINE Basset ([1242/50]-before 11 Apr 1281). A writ dated 6 Nov "55 Hen III", after the death of "Philip Basset", names "Aline his daughter, wife of Roger Bygod earl of Norfolk, marshal of England, late the wife of Sir Hugh le Despensir, age variously stated as 22 and more, 24 and more, 26 and 30 and more, is the heir"[458]. m firstly (1260 or before) Sir HUGH Le Despencer, son of Sir HUGH Le Despencer & his wife --- (1223 or before-killed in battle Evesham 4 Aug 1265, bur Evesham Abbey). m secondly (before 29 Oct 1271) as his first wife, ROGER Bigod Earl of Norfolk, of HUGH Bigod & his wife Joan de Stuteville ([1243/46]-6 Dec 1306).

b) MARGERY Basset (-before 19 Oct 1271). The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified. m JOHN FitzJohn of Shere, son of JOHN FitzGeoffrey of Shere, Surrey & his wife Isabel --- (-Lambeth [6 Nov] 1275).

5. FULK Basset . Bishop of London. A charter of King Edward II records that “Philippus Basset miles” confirmed the foundation of Bicester priory, Oxfordshire, for the souls of "…Fulconis Basset quondam Londoniensis episcopi fratris mei"[459].

Alan & his second wife had two children:

6. ALINE Basset . The Testa de Nevill includes a list of landholdings in Somerset and Dorset, dated 1219, which includes "Aluina que fuit uxor Drogonis de Monte Acuto…in custodia Alani Basset per regem Johannem et est maritanda" holding "Pideltun" in Dorset[460]. "Alan Basset" made a fine "by Richard Talbot" for marrying "Aline who was the wife of Drogo de Montagu…without the king´s licence", dated [Oct] 1224[461]. m firstly DREUX de Montagu, son of WILLIAM de Montagu & his wife Isabel --- (-before 1219). m secondly ([1219/24]) RICHARD Talbot of Linton, son of GILBERT Talbot of Linton & his wife --- (-before 13 Apr 1234).

7. daughter . William Reedy, in the introduction to his collection of Basset charters, states that Alan Basset paid a fine to marry his daughter to the son and heir of William de Lanvalay in [1212/14][462]. m ([1212/14]) --- de Lanvalay, son of WILLIAM de Lanvalay & his wife ---.

1. ALAN Basset [of Ipsden, Oxfordshire] . A charter dated 21 Nov 1235 records a final settlement between "Willelmum de Engelfeld" and "Alanum Bassat" relating to one knight´s service from holdings in Bepton, Sussex, and Penwith, Reskajeage, and Tehidy, Cornwall[463]. A charter dated 1 Jul 1241 records a final settlement between "Gilbertum de Basevil" and "Alanum Bassat" relating to land in Bepton, Sussex and land in Cornwall "quam Isabella que fuit uxor predicti Alani de Dunstanvill tenet in dotem" which was inherited by Gilbert from "Alani de Dunstanvill avunculi predictorum Gilberti et Alani"[464]. This last document indicates that Alan Basset of Ipsden must have been a descendant of Thomas Basset of Headington, whose wife was the sister of Alan de Dunstanville.

D. BASSET of CHADDLEWORTH, BERKSHIRE

THURSTAN Basset [I], son RALPH Basset & his wife --- (-after 1166). His parentage is confirmed by the Chronicle of Abingdon which records that "Turstinus" [=Thurstan Le Despencer, see the document ENGLAND EARLS created 1207-1466, Chapter 1.B) donated "ecclesiam de Mercham" to "cuidam ex regis clericis (Radulfo…de Tamewrtha)", after recording the dispute between Thurstan and Abingdon monastery concerning that church, and in a later passage that [his son] "Ricardus itaque Basset (filius Turstini filii Radulfi prædicti" revived the claim against the monastery "cum patre mortuo" relating to "terræ de Chedeleswrtha" which was settled[465]. Henry I King of England confirmed that he had granted "filiam Galfridi Ridel in uxorem" to "Ricardo Basset" by charter dated to [1120/23] witnessed by "…Roberti Basset et Osmundi Basset et Turstini Basset…"[466]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record "Nicholaus Basset, x milites, Gilbertus Basset, vii milites, Turstanus Basset, vi milites et ii partes milites…Osmundus Basset, i militem et quartam partem militis…Fulco Basset i militem" as feeholders in the honour of Wallingford in Berkshire[467].

m ---. The name of Thurstan´s wife is not known.

Thurstan [I] & his wife had one child:

1. RICHARD Basset (-after 1210). His parentage is confirmed by the Chronicle of Abingdon which records that "Turstinus" [=Thurstan Le Despencer, see the document ENGLAND EARLS created 1207-1466, Chapter 1.B) donated "ecclesiam de Mercham" to "cuidam ex regis clericis (Radulfo…de Tamewrtha)", after recording the dispute between Thurstan and Abingdon monastery concerning that church, and in a later passage that [his son] "Ricardus itaque Basset (filius Turstini filii Radulfi prædicti" revived the claim against the monastery "cum patre mortuo" relating to "terræ de Chedeleswrtha" which was settled[468]. The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "Ricardus Basset et Turstinus filius eius" in Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire[469]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1190/91], records "Ricardus Basset" paying "vii l x s, xv milites" in Northamptonshire[470]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1194/95], records that "Ricardus Basset" paid "xv l, xv milites" in Northamptonshire[471]. The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "Ricardus Basset…pro foresta pro patre suo" in Northamptonshire[472]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Richardus Basset" holding "xv milites" in Northamptonshire, and 7 in Leicestershire, in [1210/12][473]. m ---. The name of Richard´s wife is not known. Richard & his wife had one child:

a) THURSTAN Basset [II] (-[1210/22]). The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "Ricardus Basset et Turstinus filius eius" in Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire[474]. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Turstanus Basset" holding one half of one knight´s fee in Bedfordshire in [1210/12][475]. m ---. The name of Thurstan´s wife is not known. Thurstan & his wife had six children:

i) ISABELLA Basset (-[24 Oct/11 Dec] 1225). "Isabella who was the wife of Robert Mauduit, who is one of the heirs of Thurstan Basset…" made a fine "for having her rightful portion…of lands formerly of Thurstan her father" in the honour of Wallingford, dated 8 Jan 1223[476]. "Thomas de Venuz" made a fine for marrying "Isabella, who was the wife of Robert Mauduit…if she will consent to this", dated 24 Oct 1225[477]. It is not certain that this second marriage took place as Isabella died soon after the date of the document. "William Mauduit" paid homage to the king for "the lands that Isabella Basset, mother of the said William, whose heir he is, held in chief in his bailiwick", dated 11 Dec 1225[478]. m [firstly] ROBERT [II] Mauduit, son of WILLIAM [III] Mauduit & his wife Isabelle de Senlis (-[1217/Jun 1222]). [m secondly (after 24 Oct 1225) THOMAS de Venuz, son of ---.]

ii) JOAN Basset (-after [Jan] 1223). "Isabella who was the wife of Robert Mauduit, who is one of the heirs of Thurstan Basset…Robert of Burnby and Joan his wife, sister of Isabella…" made a fine "for having her rightful portion…of lands formerly of Thurstan her father" in the honour of Wallingford, dated 8 Jan 1223[479]. m ROBERT of Burnby, son of ---.

iii) EGELINE Basset (-after [Jan] 1223). "Isabella who was the wife of Robert Mauduit, who is one of the heirs of Thurstan Basset…Richard Burdun and Egelina his wife, sister of Isabella…" made a fine "for having her rightful portion…of lands formerly of Thurstan her father" in the honour of Wallingford, dated 8 Jan 1223[480]. "Egelina Basset que fuit uxor Ricardi Burdun" granted her land at Letcombe Basset to "Ricardo Lungespee filio meo" by charter dated [1232/1258][481]. m RICHARD Burdun, son of ---.

iv) ALICE Basset (-after [Jan] 1223). "Isabella who was the wife of Robert Mauduit, who is one of the heirs of Thurstan Basset…John le Brun and Alice his wife, sister of Isabella…" made a fine "for having her rightful portion…of lands formerly of Thurstan her father" in the honour of Wallingford, dated 8 Jan 1223[482]. m JOHN le Brun, son of ---.

v) MATILDA Basset (-after 5 Feb 1223). "Isabella who was the wife of Robert Mauduit, who is one of the heirs of Thurstan Basset…Robert of Burnby and Joan his wife, sister of Isabella…" made a fine "for having her rightful portion…of lands formerly of Thurstan her father" in the honour of Wallingford, dated 8 Jan 1223, adding that the "rest of the lands formerly of Thurstan which fall to Matilda and Laurencia, daughters of Thurstan, who married after Thurstan´s death without the assent…of the king" are to be taken into the king´s hands[483]. "Bartholomew de Rakinton and Matilda his wife, who is one of the daughters and heiresses of Thurstan Basset" made a fine "for having the rightful portion…of the inheritance of Thurstan her father" in the honour of Wallingford, dated 5 Feb 1223[484]. m BARTHOLOMEW de Rakinton, son of ---.

vi) LAURENCIA Basset (-after 5 Feb 1223). "Isabella who was the wife of Robert Mauduit, who is one of the heirs of Thurstan Basset…Robert of Burnby and Joan his wife, sister of Isabella…" made a fine "for having her rightful portion…of lands formerly of Thurstan her father" in the honour of Wallingford, dated 8 Jan 1223, adding that the "rest of the lands formerly of Thurstan which fall to Matilda and Laurencia, daughters of Thurstan, who married after Thurstan´s death without the assent…of the king" are to be taken into the king´s hands[485]. "Ralph of Weedon junior and Laurencia his wife, who is one of the daughters and heiresses of Thurstan Basset" made a fine "for having the rightful portion…of the inheritance of Thurstan her father" in the honour of Wallingford, dated 5 Feb 1223[486]. m RALPH of Weedon, son of RALPH of Weedon & his wife ---.

E. BASSET of SAPCOTE, LEICESTERSHIRE

WILLIAM Basset of Sapcote, Leicestershire, son of RICHARD Basset & his wife Matilda Ridel (-[1185]). His parentage is confirmed by the Rotuli de Dominabus of 1185 which records “terra eius in Riscinton” held by “uxor que fuit Roberti de Caux et mater uxoris Radulfi filii Stephani, Cambellani domini regis, filia Ricardi Basset et soror Willelmi Basset…”[487]. "…Willo Basset…" witnessed the charter dated to [1152/67] under which the monks of Leicester abbey authorised the establishment of the church of St Mary the Less, Leicester[488]. The 1163/64 Pipe Roll records that "Wills Basset…ipsi Willo" made payment "p debito Rad fris sui" in Leicestershire[489]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record that "Willelmus Basset" held two knights´ fees from "comitis Hugonis" in Norfolk[490].

m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known.

William & his wife had [two] children:

1. SIMON Basset (-1205). The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "Simonis Basset" in Warwickshire and Leicestershire[491]. "Symon Basset" granted land in Scalford, Leicestershire to "Roberto filio Reginaldi de Acle cum filia mea Matilda in liberali maritagio", with the consent of "Johannis filii mei", by charter dated to the late 12th century, witnessed by "…Willelmo et Reginaldo fratre eius Basset…"[492]. m ISABEL Avenell, daughter of WILLIAM Avenell & his wife --- (-before 10 Apr 1226). "Elisabeth q fuit uxor Sim Basset" paid a fine for "hereditate sua…dissaisita…post mortem predicti Simoni viri sui" in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, dated 1205[493]. The Testa de Nevill lists knights who held land in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, dated to [1208/10]: "Elizabet que fuit uxor Simonis Basset" held "feodum dimidii militis…de honore de Notingham"[494]. "William Basset, son and heir of Elizabeth Avenel" was granted "full seisin of [her] land held of the king in the honour of Peverel in the county of Buckinghamshire", dated 10 Apr 1226[495]. Simon & his wife had four children:

a) WILLIAM Basset (-before 22 Jun 1249). "Willelmus de Hanred" confirmed land in Barton Seagrave, Northamptonshire, held by "Symon Basset…de Ricardo patre meo", to "Willelmo Basset filio Symonis Basset", by charter dated to [1205/10], witnessed by "…Johanne Basset…"[496]. "William Basset, son and heir of Elizabeth Avenel" was granted "full seisin of [her] land held of the king in the honour of Peverel in the county of Buckinghamshire", dated 10 Apr 1226[497]. This document shows that William must have been his parents´ oldest surviving child. "Symon Basset" granted land in Scalford, Leicestershire to "Roberto filio Reginaldi de Acle cum filia mea Matilda in liberali maritagio", with the consent of "Johannis filii mei", by charter dated to the late 12th century, witnessed by "…Willelmo et Reginaldo fratre eius Basset…"[498]. A charter dated 30 Sep 1231 records a final settlement between "Radulfum Basset et Milesantam uxorem eius" and "Robertum de Chaucumbe" relating to land at Strubby, Lincolnshire granted by Robert to Ralph "in liberum maritagium…habuerit quam Amabilem uxorem Gileberti de Segrave et predictam Milisantam" and providing for the future division of Robert´s lands between Melisende and Amabilis, "sine consilio Stephani de Segrave et Willelmi Basset"[499].

b) JOHN Basset (-before 1249). "Symon Basset" granted land in Scalford, Leicestershire to "Roberto filio Reginaldi de Acle cum filia mea Matilda in liberali maritagio", with the consent of "Johannis filii mei", by charter dated to the late 12th century, witnessed by "…Willelmo et Reginaldo fratre eius Basset…"[500].

c) REYNOLD Basset (-after 17 Mar 1226). "Symon Basset" granted land in Scalford, Leicestershire to "Roberto filio Reginaldi de Acle cum filia mea Matilda in liberali maritagio", with the consent of "Johannis filii mei", by charter dated to the late 12th century, witnessed by "…Willelmo et Reginaldo fratre eius Basset…"[501]. Henry III King of England conscripted "…Reginaldus Basset…" for service "in Wasconiam" dated 17 Mar 1226[502].

d) MATILDA Basset . "Symon Basset" granted land in Scalford, Leicestershire to "Roberto filio Reginaldi de Acle cum filia mea Matilda in liberali maritagio", with the consent of "Johannis filii mei", by charter dated to the late 12th century, witnessed by "…Willelmo et Reginaldo fratre eius Basset…"[503]. A charter dated 1 May 1233 records a final settlement between "Robertum de Acle et Matillidem uxorem eius" and "Robertum Basset" relating to land at Scalford and Ab Kettleby, Lincolnshire against "Alanum Basset"[504]. m ROBERT de Oakley, son of REYNOLD de Oakley & his wife ---.

2. [REYNOLD Basset . The 1176/77 Pipe Roll names "Reginaldus Basset" in Warwickshire and Leicestershire[505].]

1. RALPH Basset of Sapcote . A charter dated 30 Sep 1231 records a final settlement between "Radulfum Basset et Milesantam uxorem eius" and "Robertum de Chaucumbe" relating to land at Strubby, Lincolnshire granted by Robert to Ralph "in liberum maritagium…habuerit quam Amabilem uxorem Gileberti de Segrave et predictam Milisantam" and providing for the future division of Robert´s lands between Melisende and Amabilis, "sine consilio Stephani de Segrave et Willelmi Basset"[506]. A charter dated 10 Apr 1239 records a final settlement between "Julianam que fuit uxor Roberti de Chaucumbe" and "Radulfum Basset et Milesentam uxorem eius" relating to land in Strubby, Lincolnshire, the marriage portion of "ipsius Juliane", in return for which "Gilbertus de Segrave et Amabilia uxor eius, soror predicte Milesente et particeps hereditatis Roberti de Chaucumbe" granted land in Chacombe, Northamptonshire to Ralph and Melisende[507]. m (before 30 Sep 1231) MELISENDE de Chaucombe, daughter of ROBERT de Chaucombe & his [first wife ---]. A charter dated 30 Sep 1231 records a final settlement between "Radulfum Basset et Milesantam uxorem eius" and "Robertum de Chaucumbe" relating to land at Strubby, Lincolnshire granted by Robert to Ralph "in liberum maritagium…habuerit quam Amabilem uxorem Gileberti de Segrave et predictam Milisantam" and providing for the future division of Robert´s lands between Melisende and Amabilis, "sine consilio Stephani de Segrave et Willelmi Basset"[508]. A charter dated 10 Apr 1239 records a final settlement between "Julianam que fuit uxor Roberti de Chaucumbe" and "Radulfum Basset et Milesentam uxorem eius" relating to land in Strubby, Lincolnshire, the marriage portion of "ipsius Juliane", in return for which "Gilbertus de Segrave et Amabilia uxor eius, soror predicte Milesente et particeps hereditatis Roberti de Chaucumbe" granted land in Chacombe, Northamptonshire to Ralph and Melisende[509]. The wording of this last document suggests that Juliana was not the mother of the two sisters who, if this is correct, must have been born from an earlier marriage of their father. Ralph & his wife had one child:

a) SIMON Basset . Wrottesley shows Simon as son of "Ralph Basset temp. Hen. 3" from a plea relating to the church of Cheadle, Staffordshire[510]. m ---. The name of Simon´s wife is not known. Simon & his wife had one child:

i) SIMON Basset . Wrottesley shows "Simon who had granted the advowson of the church by fine, levied in 20 E. 2 to Hervey de Staunton" as the son of Simon Basset, in a claim brought by "Isabella formerly the wife of Simon Basset (of Sapcote)" relating to the church of Cheadle, Staffordshire[511]. m ISABELLA, daughter of ---. Wrottesley shows "Simon who had granted the advowson of the church by fine, levied in 20 E. 2 to Hervey de Staunton" as the son of Simon Basset, in a claim brought by "Isabella formerly the wife of Simon Basset (of Sapcote)" relating to the church of Cheadle, Staffordshire[512].

2. ROBERT Basset (-after 1 May 1233). A charter dated 1 May 1233 records a final settlement between "Robertum de Acle et Matillidem uxorem eius" and "Robertum Basset" relating to land at Scalford and Ab Kettleby, Lincolnshire against "Alanum Basset"[513]. A charter dated 13 Jun 1238 records a final settlement between "Robertum Basset" and "Willelmum Basset" relating to a quarter of one knight´s fee in Adstock, Buckinghamshire, given to William by "Elizabethe Avenel avie predicti Roberti cuius heres ipse est"[514]. The last passage indicates that Robert was the son of the oldest surviving son of Simon Basset, presumably William Basset (see above) but the primary source which confirms that this is correct has not yet been identified.

3. ALAN Basset of North Luffenham, Rutland (-before 20 Jan 1247). A charter dated 15 Sep 1221 records a final settlement between "Amabilem que fuit uxor Ricardi de Foxton" and "Alanum Basset et Amiciam uxorem eius" relating to land in Foxton, Market Harbourough, Scalford and Gumley, Leicestershire[515]. A charter dated 1 May 1233 records a final settlement between "Robertum de Acle et Matillidem uxorem eius" and "Robertum Basset" relating to land at Scalford and Ab Kettleby, Lincolnshire against "Alanum Basset"[516]. m AMICE, daughter of ---. A charter dated 15 Sep 1221 records a final settlement between "Amabilem que fuit uxor Ricardi de Foxton" and "Alanum Basset et Amiciam uxorem eius" relating to land in Foxton, Market Harbourough, Scalford and Gumley, Leicestershire[517]. A charter dated 20 Jan 1247 records a final settlement between "Johannam Basset" and "Willelmum de Mesnill et Agnetem uxorem eius" relating to land in Foxton and lands "que fuerunt Amicie que fuit uxor Alani Basset, matris predictarum Johanne et Agnete"[518]. Alan & his wife had two children:

a) JOAN Basset . A charter dated 20 Jan 1247 records a final settlement between "Johannam Basset" and "Willelmum de Mesnill et Agnetem uxorem eius" relating to land in Foxton and lands "que fuerunt Amicie que fuit uxor Alani Basset, matris predictarum Johanne et Agnete"[519].

b) AGNES Basset . A charter dated 20 Jan 1247 records a final settlement between "Johannam Basset" and "Willelmum de Mesnill et Agnetem uxorem eius" relating to land in Foxton and lands "que fuerunt Amicie que fuit uxor Alani Basset, matris predictarum Johanne et Agnete"[520]. m WILLIAM de Maisnil, son of ---.

4. WILLIAM Basset . A charter dated 13 Jun 1238 records a final settlement between "Robertum Basset" and "Willelmum Basset" relating to a quarter of one knight´s fee in Adstock, Buckinghamshire, given to William by "Elizabethe Avenel avie predicti Roberti cuius heres ipse est"[521].

F. BASSET of WELDON, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

RICHARD Basset, son of GEOFFREY Ridel [Basset] & his first wife Amice --- (-1217). The Rotuli de Dominabus of 1185 records property “in Westone” held by “Sibilla que fuit uxor Galfridi Ridel, et soror Willelmi Mauduit”, adding that she has “ii filios et i filiam”, but that “Ricardus Basset, qui fuit de prima uxore viri sui” was the heir[522]. A charter dated 3 Apr 1201 records an agreement between "Ricardum Basset filium Galfridi Ridel" and the prior of Launde for the latter to surrender charters received from "Galfrido Ridel", except for the foundation charter from "Ricardi Basset fundatoris" and later confirmations[523].

m ---. The name of Richard´s wife is not known.

Richard & his wife had three children:

1. RALPH Basset (-before 17 Feb 1258). "Eudo filius Augustini de Holinton" issued a quitclaim to "domino meo Eadulfo filio Ricardi Basset" relating to lands in Hollington by charter dated to [1217/41][524]. The prior of St Andrew´s, Northampton granted land in Northampton to "Radulfo Basset filio Ricardi Basset de Weledon" by charter dated to [1228/38], witnessed by "…Radulfo Ridel…"[525]. A writ after the death of "Ralph Basset of Welledon alias Welesden", dated "17 Feb 42 Hen III", records "Richard his son aged 30 and more is his heir"[526]. m ---. Ralph & his wife had two children:

a) RICHARD Basset ([1226/28]-). A writ after the death of "Ralph Basset of Welledon alias Welesden", dated "17 Feb 42 Hen III", records "Richard his son aged 30 and more is his heir"[527].

b) ORABILIS . "Radulfus Basset de Weldon" granted "partem terre mee in villa de Madle" to "Orabele filie mee" by charter dated to [1250/58][528].

2. RICHARD Basset . "Ricardo Basset fratre suo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1217/41] under which "Willelmus cocus de Weled" quitclaimed land in Weldon to "domino meo Radulfo Basset"[529].

3. MATILDA Basset (-after 25 Mar 1248). "Matilda Basset" granted land "in Langepyn" to "Willelmo de Camera de Weledon…quam tenui de domino Radulfo Basset fratre meo" by charter dated 25 Mar 1248[530].

G. BASSET FAMILIES in YORKSHIRE

1. EMMA (-after 29 Jan 1200). A charter dated 29 Jan 1200 records a settlement agreed between "Hugonem de Vabadun" and "Emmam Basset" concerning "terre…in Elvet" {Kirk Ella, Yorkshire, East Riding}[531].

2. ROBERT Basset . "Adam de Warrum" granted land in Hundgate in the Marsh and Havergate to "Roberto Basset et Aliz sorori mee uxori eius" by charter dated to [1170/84][532]. King Richard I confirmed donations to Rievaulx abbey, including the donation of "toftas et domos Eboraci in Mersc" made by "Roberti Basseth et Jerhemiæ Archidiaconi et Johannis nepotis eius", by charter dated 17 Sep 1189[533]. m ALICE de Warrum, daughter of --- (-after 12 Nov 1201). "Adam de Warrum" granted land in Hundgate in the Marsh and Havergate to "Roberto Basset et Aliz sorori mee uxori eius" by charter dated to [1170/84][534]. "Alicia Basset", with the consent of "Hugonis filii mei et heredis mei et filiarum mearum…Ysoude et Helene", granted land at Patricpool in the parish of St Benet to "Thome de Languath" for educating her son Hugh, by charter dated to [1190/1210][535]. A charter dated 12 Nov 1201 records a settlement agreed between "Aliciam Basset" and "Henricum de Puteaco" concerning "villa de Yockeflet" {Yokefleet, Yorkshire, East Riding}[536]. Robert & his wife had three children:

a) HUGH Basset . "Alicia Basset", with the consent of "Hugonis filii mei et heredis mei et filiarum mearum…Ysoude et Helene", granted land at Patricpool in the parish of St Benet to "Thome de Languath" for educating her son Hugh, by charter dated to [1190/1210][537].

b) ISOUDE Basset . "Alicia Basset", with the consent of "Hugonis filii mei et heredis mei et filiarum mearum…Ysoude et Helene", granted land at Patricpool in the parish of St Benet to "Thome de Languath" for educating her son Hugh, by charter dated to [1190/1210][538].

c) HELEN Basset . "Alicia Basset", with the consent of "Hugonis filii mei et heredis mei et filiarum mearum…Ysoude et Helene", granted land at Patricpool in the parish of St Benet to "Thome de Languath" for educating her son Hugh, by charter dated to [1190/1210][539].

3. REYNOLD Basset . He founded the chapel at Hinderskelfe[540]. He is named as father of William and Peter Basset in the charter dated to [1170/85] which is quoted below. m ---. Reynold & his wife had two children:

a) WILLIAM Basset . The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Willelmus Basset" holding two knights´ fees "de feodo Albredæ de Insula" in Norfolk in 1166[541]. "Willelmi Basset" confirmed the donation of Hinderskelfe chapel to Kirkham abbey, made by "Petrus Basset frater suus", by charter dated to [1170/85][542]. "…Willelmo Basset…" witnessed the undated charter, dated to the reign of King Richard I, under which "Willelmus de Vesci" surrender rights in the Waste below Pickering in favour of Rievaulx abbey[543]. m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had [three] children:

i) REYNOLD Basset (-before 14 Mar 1227). Reynold Basset recovered land at Hinderskelfe from Walter Basset in 1204[544]. Reynold Basset released his rights in Hinderskelfe chapel to Kirkham and confirmed donations by his grandfather Reynold[545]. A charter dated 6 Oct 1207 records a final settlement between "Reginaldum Basset" and "Walterum Basset" relating to land in Castle Howard {Yorkshire, North Riding} and Scagglethorpe {Yorkshire, East Riding}[546]. m MATILDA, daughter of ---. A charter dated 14 Mar 1227 records a final settlement between "Matildam Basset" and "Robertum de Leycestr" relating to land in Scagglethorpe, Yorkshireshire "quod fuit Reginaldi Basset quondam viri sui"[547].

ii) [ROBERT Basset . He is named as father of Reynold Basset in the charter dated 1 Jul 1201 which is quoted below, but the primary source which confirms that he was the son of William Basset has not yet been identified.] m ---. Robert & his wife had one child:

(a) REYNOLD Basset (-after 1 Jul 1201). A charter dated 1 Jul 1201 records a final settlement between the abbot of Combe and "Reginaldum Basset…filius Roberti Basset" relating to the latter´s claim to land at Harbury, agreed for the souls of "mee et…uxoris mee Ysabelle"[548]. m ISABELLA, daughter of --- (-after 1 Jul 1201). A charter dated 1 Jul 1201 records a final settlement between the abbot of Combe and "Reginaldum Basset…filius Roberti Basset" relating to the latter´s claim to land at Harbury, agreed for the souls of "mee et…uxoris mee Ysabelle"[549].

iii) ALICE Basset . Ralph de Frytheby, son of Ralph son of William, married Alice Basset, sister of Reynold Basset and her husband "seems to have been the heir of the Basset inheritance"[550]. m RALPH de Frytheby, son of RALPH FitzWilliam & his wife ---.

b) PETER Basset . "Petrus Basset" confirmed a donation of land to Kirkham, made by "Rainaldus Basset…pater meus", for the souls of "uxoris mee et filiorum et filiarum nostrarum et…fratris et domini mei Willelmi", by charter dated to [1170/85], witnessed by "…Nicolao filio meo, Ailwino uxore mea…"[551]. m AILWINE, daughter of ---. "Petrus Basset" confirmed a donation of land to Kirkham, made by "Rainaldus Basset…pater meus", for the souls of "uxoris mee et filiorum et filiarum nostrarum et…fratris et domini mei Willelmi", by charter dated to [1170/85], witnessed by "…Nicolao filio meo, Ailwino uxore mea…"[552]. Peter & his wife had children:

i) NICHOLAS Basset . "Petrus Basset" confirmed a donation of land to Kirkham, made by "Rainaldus Basset…pater meus", for the souls of "uxoris mee et filiorum et filiarum nostrarum et…fratris et domini mei Willelmi", by charter dated to [1170/85], witnessed by "…Nicolao filio meo, Ailwino uxore mea…"[553]. same person as…? NICHOLAS Basset (-after [Jul] 1219). A charter dated 20 Aug 1202 records a final settlement between "Nicholaum Basset" and "Johannem filium Alani" relating to land in Ganthorpe, Yorkshire[554]. A charter dated 26 May 1214 records a final settlement between "Nicholas Basset and Basilia his wife" and "Walter Crispin" relating to land in Barton upon Humber, Lincolnshire which belonged to Basilia[555]. A charter dated 25 Nov 1218 records a final settlement between "Nicholaum Basset et Basiliam uxorem suam" and "Hawisiam de Weinflet" relating to land in Wainfleet, Lincolnshire[556]. Henry III King of England ordered "…Nicholaus Basset…" to enquire into the state of the forests "Eboraci" dated [Jul] 1219[557]. m BASILIA, daughter of ---. A charter dated 26 May 1214 records a final settlement between "Nicholas Basset and Basilia his wife" and "Walter Crispin" relating to land in Barton upon Humber, Lincolnshire which belonged to Basilia[558]. A charter dated 25 Nov 1218 records a final settlement between "Nicholaum Basset et Basiliam uxorem suam" and "Hawisiam de Weinflet" relating to land in Wainfleet, Lincolnshire[559].

ii) other children .

1. WALTER Basset (-after 6 Oct 1207). Reynold Basset recovered land at Hinderskelfe from Walter Basset in 1204[560]. A charter dated 6 Oct 1207 records a final settlement between "Reginaldum Basset" and "Walterum Basset" relating to land in Castle Howard {Yorkshire, North Riding} and Scagglethorpe {Yorkshire, East Riding}[561].

2. WILLIAM Basset (-after 17 Nov 1208). A charter dated 24 Feb 1204 records a settlement agreed between "Willelmum Basset et Alienoram uxorem eius" and "Matheum clericum" concerning "terre…in Rillinton" {Rillington, Yorkshire, East Riding} which had been "dotem ipsius Alienore ex dono Johannis de Rillinton quondam viri sui"[562]. A charter dated 17 Nov 1208 records a final settlement between "Willelmum Basset et Elianorem uxorem suam" and the brothers of the Hospital of Jerusalem relating to land in Rillington[563]. m as her second husband, ELEANOR, widow of JOHN de Rillington, daughter of --- (-after 17 Nov 1208). A charter dated 24 Feb 1204 records a settlement agreed between "Willelmum Basset et Alienoram uxorem eius" and "Matheum clericum" concerning "terre…in Rillinton" {Rillington, Yorkshire, East Riding} which had been "dotem ipsius Alienore ex dono Johannis de Rillinton quondam viri sui"[564]. A charter dated 17 Nov 1208 records a final settlement between "Willelmum Basset et Elianorem uxorem suam" and the brothers of the Hospital of Jerusalem relating to land in Rillington[565].

3. GUY Basset (-after 10 May 1226). A charter dated 10 May 1226 records a final settlement between "Widonem Basset" and "Alanum de Flaunvill" relating to land in Skewsby, Yorkshireshire[566].

4. PETER Basset (-after 17 Jun 1240). A charter dated 17 Jun 1240 records a final settlement between "Willelmum Mauleverer et Margeriam uxorem eius" and "Petrum Basset" relating to land in Swinton, Masham, Yorkshire[567].

H. OTHER BASSET FAMILIES

Two siblings:

1. OSMUND Basset . "Osmundus Basseth" donated "duo molendina de Wodeforde" to Gloucester St Peter, with the consent of "Roberti Folioth nepotis et hæredis mei", for the souls of "mea et Ingridæ uxoris meæ", by undated charter[568]. m INGRID, daughter of ---. "Osmundus Basseth" donated "duo molendina de Wodeforde" to Gloucester St Peter, with the consent of "Roberti Folioth nepotis et hæredis mei", for the souls of "mea et Ingridæ uxoris meæ", by undated charter[569].

2. sister . m --- Foliot, son of ---. One child:

a) ROBERT Foliot . "Osmundus Basseth" donated "duo molendina de Wodeforde" to Gloucester St Peter, with the consent of "Roberti Folioth nepotis et hæredis mei", for the souls of "mea et Ingridæ uxoris meæ", by undated charter[570].

1. RALPH Basset (-after 1210). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Radulfus Basset, Ricardus Basset" holding four parts and one knight´s fee respectively from "honor comitis Leycestriæ" in Leicestershire in [1210/12][571].

2. WILLIAM Basset (-before [1194/95]). m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had two children:

a) WILLIAM Basset (-before 22 Jun 1249). The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "redditu de Mederingeham Willelmi f Willelmi Basset de quarta parte anni" in Lincolnshire[572]. A charter dated 1 Jul 1202 records a settlement agreed between "William Basset and his wife Matilda" and "Roger prior of Kyme" concerning "the advowson of the church of Metheringham" {Lincolnshire}[573]. Henry III King of England ordered "…Willelmus Basset filius Willelmi Basset…" to enquire into the state of the forests "de comitatu Dereby" dated [Jul] 1219[574]. A writ dated 22 Jun "33 Hen III", after the death of "William Basset" names "Robert Basset son of John Basset, his nephew is his heir and of full age" and "Adestok [Buckingham]…Germundestorp [Lincoln] held of the inheritance of Maud his wife"[575]. m MATILDA, daughter of ---. A charter dated 1 Jul 1202 records a settlement agreed between "William Basset and his wife Matilda" and "Roger prior of Kyme" concerning "the advowson of the church of Metheringham" {Lincolnshire}[576]. A writ dated 22 Jun "33 Hen III", after the death of "William Basset" names "Robert Basset son of John Basset, his nephew is his heir and of full age" and "Adestok [Buckingham]…Germundestorp [Lincoln] held of the inheritance of Maud his wife"[577].

b) JOHN Basset (-before 22 Jun 1249). m ---. The name of John´s wife is not known. John & his wife had one child:

i) ROBERT Basset . A writ dated 22 Jun "33 Hen III", after the death of "William Basset" names "Robert Basset son of John Basset, his nephew is his heir and of full age"[578].

3. WILLIAM Basset (-after 12 Nov 1205). A charter dated 27 Jun 1204 records a final settlement between "Aziliam que fuit uxor Roberti Basset" and "Willelmum Basset" concerning "dote ipsius Azilie…in Draitun et in Merston"[579]. A charter dated 12 Nov 1205 records a final settlement between "Willelmum Basset et Aliciam uxorem suam" and "Radulfum de Puteham" relating to land in Drayton Beauchamp and land bordering on the meadow of "Thurstani Basset"[580]. m ALICE, daughter of --- (-after 12 Nov 1205). A charter dated 12 Nov 1205 records a final settlement between "Willelmum Basset et Aliciam uxorem suam" and "Radulfum de Puteham" relating to land in Drayton Beauchamp and land bordering on the meadow of "Thurstani Basset"[581].

4. ROBERT Basset (-before 27 Jun 1204). m AZILIA, daughter of --- (-after 27 Jun 1204). A charter dated 27 Jun 1204 records a final settlement between "Aziliam que fuit uxor Roberti Basset" and "Willelmum Basset" concerning "dote ipsius Azilie…in Draitun et in Merston"[582].

2. THOMAS Basset (-after 1210). The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Thomas Basset" holding one knight´s fee "in Wycheforde" in Devonshire in [1210/12][583].

3. RICHARD Basset (-after 21 Sep 1227). A charter dated 21 Sep 1227 records a final settlement between "Matheum personam ecclesie de Sutton" and "Ricardum Basset" relating to land in Sutton, Northamptonshire[584].

4. ROBERT Basset (-after 7 Dec 1227). A charter dated 7 Dec 1227 records a final settlement between "Muriellam que fuit uxor Johannis Basset" and "Robertum Basset" relating to her dower in Milton Ernest, Bedfordshire, Rushton, Northamptonshire, and Ketton, Rutland[585].

5. JOHN Basset (-before 7 Dec 1227). m MURIEL, daughter of ---. A charter dated 7 Dec 1227 records a final settlement between "Muriellam que fuit uxor Johannis Basset" and "Robertum Basset" relating to her dower in Milton Ernest, Bedfordshire, Rushton, Northamptonshire, and Ketton, Rutland[586].

6. ANDREW Basset (-after 27 Apr 1231). A charter dated 27 Apr 1231 records a final settlement between "Andream Basset" and the prioress of Littlemore, Sandford, Oxfordshire relating to land at Leverton, Berkshire[587].

7. REYNOLD Basset (-after 1 May 1233). A charter dated 1 May 1233 records a final settlement between "Lucam de Columb et Amicabilem uxorem eius, Radulfum filium Johannis et Isabellam uxorem eius, Warinum de Brageham et Agnetem uxorem eius" and "Reginaldum Basset et Agnetem uxorem eius" relating to the manor of Iffley, Oxfordshire "de heredibus ipsarum Amicabilis, Isabelle et Agnetis"[588]. m AGNES, daughter of ---. A charter dated 1 May 1233 records a final settlement between "Lucam de Columb et Amicabilem uxorem eius, Radulfum filium Johannis et Isabellam uxorem eius, Warinum de Brageham et Agnetem uxorem eius" and "Reginaldum Basset et Agnetem uxorem eius" relating to the manor of Iffley, Oxfordshire "de heredibus ipsarum Amicabilis, Isabelle et Agnetis"[589].

8. HENRY Basset (-after 14 Jan 1241). A charter dated 14 Jan 1241 records a final settlement between the archdeacon of Berkshire and "Henricum Basset" relating to the advowson of the church of North Moreton, Berkshire[590]. m ---. The name of Henry´s wife is not known. Henry & his wife had one child:

a) JOHN Basset . A writ after the death of "Thomas Earl of Warwick", dated "25 Aug 26 Hen III", records one fee at Northmorton, Berkshire held by "John, son and heir of Henry Basset"[591].

Chapter 10. BAYEUX

1. RICHARD de Bayeux (-after 1091). "…Rotberti de Belmont, Rodulfi de Bec, Willelmi filii Girardi, Rogerii fratris Rodulfi, Gisleberti Crispini, Rotberti filii Alvuardi, Rotberti Marmion, Rodulfi Taisson, Rotberti Herneis, Ricardi de Baiocas…" witnessed the donation of "decimam Ansfredi Villæ" to Sainte-Trinité de Rouen by "Gernagois et Albereda uxor eius, cum filiis suis Willelmo et Rotberto" by charter dated 1091[592].

2. RANULF de Bayeux (-1154). The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Rann [de] Baioc" in Dorset, Northamptonshire, Suffolk and Lincolnshire[593]. "Rannulfus de Baiocis et Margareta sponsa eius" confirmed "Alano de Repinghale et heredi suo de propria uxore sua" by charter dated to [1140][594]. “Petrus de Golsa” founded Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire, with the consent of "dominis meis Randulfo de Bajocis et uxore eius Margareta et filiis eorum Hugone et Alano", by charter dated to [1143/46], witnessed by "Acardo de Lincolnia…"[595]. "Randulfus de Baiwes et Margareta sponsa eius et Hugo heres eorum atque Willelmus frater eius" donated land in Cabourne to Newhouse abbey by charter dated to [1143/47][596]. “Randulfus de Bajocis” recorded that his wife became a nun in the foundation charter of Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire, witnessed by "…Hereberto nepote meo…"[597]. m (before 1129) MARGARET de Lincoln, daughter of ALAN de Lincoln & his wife ---. The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Rann Baioc" declaring returns for "filia Alani Linc" in Lincolnshire[598]. “Petrus de Golsa” founded Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire, with the consent of "dominis meis Randulfo de Bajocis et uxore eius Margareta et filiis eorum Hugone et Alano", by charter dated to [1143/46], witnessed by "Acardo de Lincolnia…"[599]. Her parentage is confirmed by the undated charter under which her son “Hugo de Bajocis, filius Randolphi de Bajocis” confirmed the donations to Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire by "Randulphi patris mei et matris meæ Margaretæ", for the soul of "Alani de Lincolnia avi mei"[600]. "Randulfus de Baiwes et Margareta sponsa eius et Hugo heres eorum atque Willelmus frater eius" donated land in Cabourne to Newhouse abbey by charter dated to [1143/47][601]. “Randulfus de Bajocis” recorded that his wife became a nun in the foundation charter of Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire, witnessed by "…Hereberto nepote meo…"[602]. The Testa de Nevill includes a writ of King John dated 1212 which records that "Alanus de Lincolnia" previously held property "in Catebi et in Kaillestorp…et in Wicham…in Kaillesterna…" in Lincolnshire and that "Ranulfus de Baiocis heres Alani de Lincolnia" granted part of it to "Rogero Punchardon" whose heirs still held it[603]. Ranulf & his wife had seven children:

a) HUGH de Bayeux (-1196). “Petrus de Golsa” founded Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire, with the consent of "dominis meis Randulfo de Bajocis et uxore eius Margareta et filiis eorum Hugone et Alano", by charter dated to [1143/46], witnessed by "Acardo de Lincolnia…"[604]. "Randulfus de Baiwes et Margareta sponsa eius et Hugo heres eorum atque Willelmus frater eius" donated land in Cabourne to Newhouse abbey by charter dated to [1143/47][605]. “Hugo de Bajocis, filius Randolphi de Bajocis” confirmed the donations to Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire by "Randulphi patris mei et matris meæ Margaretæ", for the soul of "Alani de Lincolnia avi mei", by undated charter witnessed by "Alano de Bajocis fratre meo…"[606]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, records the fees of "Hugo de Baiocis" in Lincolnshire, among which "Alanus frater meus" holding two fees[607]. m firstly GEVA, daughter of ---. m secondly as her first husband, ELEANOR, daughter of ---. She married secondly William de Tilebroc, and secondly Thomas of Beckering. Hugh & his [first/second] wife had two children:

i) MATILDA de Bayeux (-1219). m RICHARD de Sanford, son of --- (-1219).

ii) JOAN de Bayeux . Nun at Sixle.

b) ALAN de Bayeux (-after 1201). “Petrus de Golsa” founded Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire, with the consent of "dominis meis Randulfo de Bajocis et uxore eius Margareta et filiis eorum Hugone et Alano", by charter dated to [1143/46], witnessed by "Acardo de Lincolnia…"[608]. “Hugo de Bajocis, filius Randolphi de Bajocis” confirmed the donations to Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire by "Randulphi patris mei et matris meæ Margaretæ", for the soul of "Alani de Lincolnia avi mei", by undated charter witnessed by "Alano de Bajocis fratre meo…"[609]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, records the fees of "Hugo de Baiocis" in Lincolnshire, among which "Alanus frater meus" holding two fees[610]. m JOAN, daughter of ---. Alan & his wife had one child:

i) JOHN de Lincoln (-after 1219).

c) WILLIAM de Bayeux (-after 1154). "Randulfus de Baiwes et Margareta sponsa eius et Hugo heres eorum atque Willelmus frater eius" donated land in Cabourne to Newhouse abbey by charter dated to [1143/47][611]. "Hugonem de Baiocis" granted land in Kelsterne and Thoresway, Lincolnshire to "Willelmo de Baiocis fratri meo" by charter dated to the reign of King Henry II[612].

d) ROBERT de Bayeux (-after 29 Sep 1191). m --- de Rouellé, daughter of RALPH de Rouellé & his wife ---.

e) MATILDA de Bayeux . m RICHARD de Verly, son of ---.

f) --- de Bayeux . The Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, records the fees of "Hugo de Baiocis" in Lincolnshire and his grants "in maritagio Willelmus de Ver et Gilbertus de Sancto-Laudo cum duabus sororibus meis"[613]. m WILLIAM de Ver, son of ---.

g) --- de Bayeux . The Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, records the fees of "Hugo de Baiocis" in Lincolnshire and his grants "in maritagio Willelmus de Ver et Gilbertus de Sancto-Laudo cum duabus sororibus meis"[614]. m GILBERT de Saint-Lo, son of ---.

3. [--- .] m ---. One child:

a) HERBERT . “Randulfus de Bajocis” recorded that his wife became a nun in the foundation charter of Newhouse abbey, Lincolnshire, witnessed by "…Hereberto nepote meo…"[615].

1. JOSCELIN de Bayeux . The 1164/65 Pipe Roll records "Joscelinde Baioc" owing ".xl. m p heredit uxoris sue" in Dorset/Somerset[616]. m --- (-before [1164/65]). The 1164/65 Pipe Roll records "Joscelinde Baioc" owing ".xl. m p heredit uxoris sue" in Dorset/Somerset, presumably indicating that his wife had recently died[617].

1. WILLIAM de Bayeux (-after [Mar] 1216). "Willelmus de Baiocis" paid a fine for the liberation of "Beatricia filia sua primogenita" as hostage, dated [Mar] 1216[618]. m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had [two or more] children:

a) BEATRICE de Bayeux (-after [Mar] 1216). "Willelmus de Baiocis" paid a fine for the liberation of "Beatricia filia sua primogenita" as hostage, dated [Mar] 1216[619].

b) daughter (s) . The existence of at least one other daughter is shown by the ordered dated [Mar] 1216 under which "Willelmus de Baiocis" paid a fine for the liberation of "Beatricia filia sua primogenita" as hostage[620].

Chapter 11. BEAUCHAMP

A. BEAUCHAMP of WARWICKSHIRE, BEDFORDSHIRE

1. HUGH de Beauchamp ([1050/60]-[1114]). His birth date range is suggested by his absence from any charters of King William I, which indicates that he may have come of age in the latter part of the king´s reign. William II King of England confirmed to "Hugh of Beauchamp and all his barons of Bucks" that Gilbert Abbot of Westminster had proved his title to land granted by King William I, by charter dated to [1087/95][621]. "…Hugo de Beauchamp…" witnessed the undated charter under which King William II instructed Ramsey abbey to return fugitives if found[622]. "Hugh de Beauchamp, Ralph Paganel" witnessed the charter dated to [1094/1100] under which William II King of England granted a market to St Mary of Thorney[623]. m MATILDA, daughter of ---. Her marriage is confirmed by the Chronicon Rameseiensis which records a donation which names "quatuor ex hominibus Simonis de Bellocampo et Mahald matris eius", dated to [1124/30][624]. A charter of Ramsey abbey dated to [1124/30] names "Simonis de Bello Campo et Mahald matris eius"[625]. Hugh & his wife had two children:

a) SIMON de Beauchamp (-[1137]). "…Simone de Bello Campo…" witnessed the charter dated 1114 under which Henry I King of England granted the land of Roger de Worcester to Walter de Beauchamp[626]. A charter of Ramsey abbey dated to [1124/30] names "Simonis de Bello Campo et Mahald matris eius"[627]. The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Symon de Belcapo" in Bedfordshire[628]. Orderic Vitalis records that Bedford castle had been granted to "Rodberti de Bello Campo…frater eius", presumably referring to Simon as the same paragraph records his daughter´s marriage[629]. "…Simundus de Belecamp…" witnessed the charter of Ramsey abbey dated to [1133/37] which records that "Walterus de Bolebeche…Heylenius uxor sua et Hugo filius suus" donated "terram de Waltone"[630]. m ---. The name of Simon´s wife is not known. Simon & his wife had one child:

i) daughter . Orderic Vitalis records that "Hugoni cognomento Pauperi" married "filiam Simonis de Bello Campo"[631]. m HUGH de Beaumont, son of ROBERT de Beaumont-le-Roger Comte de Meulan, Earl of Leicester & his wife Elisabeth de Vermandois [Capet] (-after 1140). A favourite of King Stephen who gave him the castle and barony of Bedford in 1138, thereby creating him Earl of Bedford. He was ejected from Bedford by his wife´s first cousins, the sons of Robert Beauchamp. He appears to have lapsed into poverty and was probably degraded from his peerage[632].

b) ROBERT de Beauchamp (-before 1130). Orderic Vitalis records that Bedford castle had been granted to "Rodberti de Bello Campo…frater eius" (the latter referring to Simon de Beauchamp)[633]. He presumably died before the 1129/30 Pipe Roll in which his son is named. m ---. The name of Robert´s wife is not known. Robert & his wife had two children:

i) MILES [I] de Beauchamp (-after [1141/42]). The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Miloni de Belcampo" in Buckinghamshire[634]. The Gesta Stephani Regis records that King Stephen besieged "Milonem de Bellocampo" in the castle of Bedford, dated to [1140/42][635]. Orderic Vitalis records that "filii Rodberti de Bello Campo" held the castle of Bedford against King Stephen[636]. Empress Matilda made various grants of property by charter dated to [1141/42] witnessed by "…Milo de Belloc´…"[637]. "…Milone de Bellocampo…" witnessed the charter dated [25/31] Jul 1141 under which "M. imperatrix, Henrici regis filia et Anglorum domina" confirmed various properties to "Willelmo de Bello Campo" [William [I] de Beauchamp, son of Walter [I] de Beauchamp, see Part B. of this chapter below)[638].

ii) PAYN de Beauchamp (-1156). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. Lord of Bedford. “Paganus de Bellocampo et uxor eius Rohaisa comitissa” founded Chicksand priory, for the soul of “…Simonis de Bellocampo…”, by undated charter dated to [1150][639]. “Ricardus de Bellocampo” donated "ecclesiam de Lamerseia" to Colne Priory, Essex, with the consent of "Adelinæ uxoris meæ", by undated charter, witnessed by "Pagano de Bellocampo, Stephano et Waltero de Bellocampo"[640]. “Paganum et comitissam Roheis…sponsa mea” donated property to Thorney Monastery, by undated charter witnessed by “dominella Elena…Ivo Taillebois…”[641]. m (after 1144) as her second husband, ROHESE de Vere, widow of GEOFFREY de Mandeville Earl of Essex, daughter of AUBREY de Vere, Chamberlain of England & his wife Adelisa de Clare ([1105/10]-after 1166, bur Chicksand Priory). “G de Magnavilla et Roeisa uxor eius” donated property to Hurley Priory, Berkshire by undated charter[642]. “Paganus de Bellocampo et uxor eius Rohaisa comitissa” founded Chicksand priory, for the soul of “…Simonis de Bellocampo…”, by undated charter dated to [1150][643]. “Paganum et comitissam Roheis…sponsa mea” donated property to Thorney Monastery, by undated charter witnessed by “dominella Elena…Ivo Taillebois…”[644]. A manuscript document narrating the foundation of Newenham Priory names “Paganus de Bello-campo” as its founder, his wife “Roisia”, and their son “Simon de Bellocampo”[645]. Payn & his wife had [two] children:

(a) [HELEN . “Paganum et comitissam Roheis…sponsa mea” donated property to Thorney Monastery, by undated charter witnessed by “dominella Elena…”[646]. It is probable that "dominella Elena", as first in the list of subscribers, was closely related was the donors, possibly their daughter. If this is correct, the absence of the couple´s known son Simon suggests that Helen must have been their oldest suriviving child.]

(b) SIMON de Beauchamp (-1207). A manuscript document narrating the foundation of Newenham Priory names “Paganus de Bello-campo” as its founder, his wife “Roisia”, and their son “Simon de Bello-campo”[647]. Lord of Bedford.

- see below.

Two brothers, parents not known. From a chronological point of view, they could have been otherwise unrecorded sons of Hugh de Beauchamp (see above). However, it is not known whether Hugh was the only member of the Beauchamp family who came to England from Normandy. The connection with the Peveril family (see the document UNTITLED ENGLISH NOBILITY P-S), suggested by the name William Peveril [I] de Beauchamp, has not been traced.

1. WALTER [I] de Beauchamp of Elmley Castle, Worcestershire ([1080/95]-[1130/May 1133]). His birth date is estimated very broadly based on his marriage before 1114. Henry I King of England notified "Osberto de Abetot et ministris [et] forestariis de foresta de Feccham" that he had granted a fox-hunting licence in his forest in Feckenham to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1110/16][648].

- BEAUCHAMP of ELMLEY, WORCESTERSHIRE.

2. WILLIAM Peveril [I] de Beauchamp (-[1151/57]). The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Peur de Belcapo" in Gloucestershire[649]. "…Willelmo de Bellocampo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1142/46] under which "M. imperatrix, Henrici regis filia et Anglorum domina et Henricus filius comitis Andegavie" confirmed the rights of "Unfrido de Buhun" in the lands he held on the death of her father[650]. "Willelmus Peuerel de Bellocampo, frater Walteri de Bellocampo" donated "uillam…Chodestun" {Cutsdean} to Worcester Cathedral priory, with the consent of "Willelmo Peuerel herede meo", by charter dated to [1149/57][651]. A charter dated to [1151/57] confirmed the previous donation and that, after the death of "Peuerellus de Bellocampo", "Guuillelmus Peuerel ipsius filius et heres" confirmed his father´s donation[652]. m ---. The name of William´s wife is not known. William & his wife had one child:

a) WILLIAM Peveril [II] de Beauchamp (-after 1166). "Willelmus Peuerel de Bellocampo, frater Walteri de Bellocampo" donated "uillam…Chodestun" {Cutsdean} to Worcester Cathedral priory, with the consent of "Willelmo Peuerel herede meo", by charter dated to [1149/57][653]. A charter dated to [1151/57] confirmed the previous donation and that, after the death of "Peuerellus de Bellocampo", "Guuillelmus Peuerel ipsius filius et heres" confirmed his father´s donation[654]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record "Peverel de Bello Campo…Stephanus de Bello Campo" each holding two knights´ fees from "Hamo filius Meinfelin" in Buckinghamshire[655].

The parents of Oliver de Beauchamp are not known. From a chronological point of view, he could have been another son of Robert, son of Hugh de Beauchamp (see above).

1. OLIVER de Beauchamp ([1110/25]-before 1157). “Oliveri de Bello-campo” is named as father of “Hugo de Bello-campo” in an undated charter for Thorney monastery[656]. No other reference to Oliver has been found. His estimated birth date range is suggested from his son Hugh being, presumably, of age when he is named in the 1157 Pipe Roll. This range is consistent with his having been a younger brother of Payn de Beauchamp Lord of Beauchamp, son of Robert de Beauchamp, as also is his son´s holding land in Bedfordshire.

- OTHER BEAUCHAMP FAMILIES.

1. MURIEL de Beauchamp (-after 1129). The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Murieli de Belcapo" in Leicestershire[657].

SIMON de Beauchamp, son of PAYN de Beauchamp & his wife Rohese de Vere (-1207). A manuscript document narrating the foundation of Newenham Priory names “Paganus de Bello-campo” as its founder, his wife “Roisia”, and their son “Simon de Bello-campo”[658]. The Red Book of the Exchequer refers to "Simon de Bello Campo xxxvi l et in perdonis Hugoni de Bello Campo xxxi s" in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire in [1161/62][659]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, record the knights´ fees held from "Simonis de Bello Campo" in Bedfordshire[660]. William Earl of Essex confirmed the donation of "villa de Kahingeham" to "Ernulfo de Mandavilla fratri meo" by undated charter, witnessed by "Comite Albrico, Simone de Bellocampo, Gaufrido de Say…"[661]. A charter of King Henry II confirmed donations to Newenham Priory, including a donation by “Simon de Bello-campo”[662]. "Willelmus comes de Essex" confirmed a donation of land in Aby and South Thoresby donated by "Willelmus filius Otueli avunculus meus" to Greenfield priory, Lincolnshire by charter dated to [1166/75] witnessed by "Simone de Bello Campo…"[663]. The Red Book of the Exchequer refers to "Simon de Bello Campo xlv l xv s viii d" in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire in [1171/72][664]. "…Simone de Bello Campo…" subscribed the charter dated to [1179] under which Henry II King of England confirmed a donation by "Robertus de Fay" to "comiti Willelmo de Maundevilla"[665]. "Sim d Bell Capo" and Cormeilles abbey are named in a lawsuit about "loco suo Laur" in Worcestershire in 1194[666]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1194/95], names "Simon de Bello Campo" paying "xlv l xv s viii d" in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire[667].

m as her first husband, ISABELLA, daughter of --- (-before 1225). “Willielmus de Bellocampo, filius Simonis de Bellocampo” confirmed his father´s donations to Chicksand priory, for the souls of “patris mei Simonis…et matris meæ Isabellæ et uxoris meæ Gunnoræ et fratrum…meorum”, by undated charter[668]. She married secondly Nicholas de Kenet. Bracton records a claim, dated 1225, by "Willelmus de Bello Campo" against "Nicholaum de Kenet" for the return of "manerium de Sheldelegha" which was the dower of "Ysobellam de Bello Campo uxorem suam matrem predicti Willelmi", which he claimed reverted to him after his mother died as she had no heirs by her second husband[669].

Simon & his wife had [two] children:

1. WILLIAM de Beauchamp (-1260). “Willielmus de Bellocampo, filius Simonis de Bellocampo” confirmed his father´s donations to Chicksand priory, for the souls of “patris mei Simonis…et matris meæ Isabellæ et uxoris meæ Gunnoræ et fratrum…meorum”, by undated charter[670]. Lord of Bedford. The Red Book of the Exchequer records "Willelmus de Bello Campo" holding 45 knights´ fees in Bedfordshire in [1210/12][671]. The Annals of Dunstable record that “domini Willelmi de Bellocampo…per consilium dominæ Idæ de Bellocampo” imposed a new prior at Newham, dated to 1247[672]. The Annals of Dunstable record further persecutions of Newham priory by “W de Bellocampo patronus loci et domina Hida uxor sua”, dated to 1254[673]. The Annals of Dunstable record that “Willelmus de Bellocampo senior” died in 1260[674]. m firstly ([20 Jun] 1207) GUNNORA de Lanvalay, daughter of ---. King John confirmed "villam de Bromeleg cum advocatione ecclesie", donated by "Willelmus de Lanval…in maritagium cum Gunnora sorore ipsius Willelmi de Lunval", to "Willelmo de Bello Campo" by charter dated 20 Jun 1207[675]. “Willielmus de Bellocampo, filius Simonis de Bellocampo” confirmed his father´s donations to Chicksand priory, for the souls of “patris mei Simonis…et matris meæ Isabellæ et uxoris meæ Gunnoræ et fratrum…meorum”, by undated charter[676]. Bracton records a claim, dated 1232, by "Johannes de Burgo et Hawisia uxor eius" against "Willelmum de Bello Campo" claiming the return of "manerium de Brumlegha…hereditatem ipsius Hawisie" which had not been transferred to her after the death of "Gunnoram de Lanualay quondam uxorem suam" and which "Hawisia de Lamualay quondam uxor Willelmi de Lanualay…avie ipsius Hawisie" was granted as "dotem…de dono ipsius Willelmi quondam viri sui"[677]. m secondly ([1220]) as her second husband, IDA de Longespee, widow of RALPH de Somery, daughter of WILLIAM Longespee Earl of Salisbury & his wife Ela Ctss of Salisbury (-after 1260). William Earl of Salisbury granted the manor of Belcham to "William de Beauchamp…with Ida his daughter, who was the wife of Ralph de Sumeri" dated 1220[678]. The Annals of Dunstable record that “domini Willelmi de Bellocampo…per consilium dominæ Idæ de Bellocampo” imposed a new prior at Newham, dated to 1247[679]. The Annals of Dunstable record further persecutions of Newham priory by “W de Bellocampo patronus loci et domina Hida uxor sua”, dated to 1254[680]. The Annals of Dunstable record that “Willelmus de Bellocampo senior” died in 1260 and that "domina Ida" received her dower[681]. William & his first wife had one child:

a) JOHN de Beauchamp (-before 1232). Bracton records a claim, dated 1232, by "Johanni de Burgo et Hawisie uxori eius" against "Willelmus de Bello Campo" claiming the return of "medietatis ville Hamertone", which belonged to them after the death of "Johannes de Bello Campo filius ipsius Willelmi et heres Gunnore quondam uxoris ipsius Willelmi"[682].

William & his second wife had six children:

b) SIMON de Beauchamp . m ---. The name of Simon´s wife is not known. Simon & his wife had one child:

i) JOAN de Beauchamp .

c) WILLIAM de Beauchamp (-Aug 1262). "William son of William de Bello Campo of Bedford" was granted "free warren in his demesne lands in Lynchlad, co Buckingham" dated 25 Sep 1251[683]. The Annals of Dunstable record that “W[illelmus] de Bellocampo” died in 1262[684]. A writ dated 6 Oct "46 Hen III", after the death of "William de Bello Campo de Bedeford" records that "he died on Sunday after the Assumption of the Blessed May", that "Dilewyk manor [Bedford] is held by Lady Ida de Bello Campo for life", but names no heir[685].

d) JOHN de Beauchamp (-killed in battle Evesham 1265). The Annals of Oseney name “Johannes de Bello Campo” among those who were killed at the battle of Evesham[686].

e) MATILDA de Beauchamp (-before Apr 1273). A manuscript which recites the Mowbray ancestry records that “Rogerus”, son of “Willielmus de Molbray”, married “Matildam, filiam Willielmi de Bello-campo”[687]. m firstly ROGER de Mowbray, son of WILLIAM de Mowbray & his wife Avice --- (-[Axholme] [Nov 1266], bur [Pontefract, Friars Church]). m secondly ROGER le Strange, son of --- (-1311).

f) BEATRIX de Beauchamp . m THOMAS FitzOtes, son of ---.

g) ELA de Beauchamp (-before 10 Jan 1267). m as his first wife, BALDWIN Wake, son of HUGH Wake & his wife Joan de Stuteville ([1237/38]-before 10 Feb 1282).

2. [ROBERT Beauchamp (-after 6 May 1248). "Robert de Bello Campo son of Simon" was granted "the demesne lands of his manors of Stokes under Hamden and Easthacche…[and] of a yearly fair at the manor of Great Merston" dated 6 May 1248[688].]

B. BEAUCHAMP of ELMLEY, WORCESTERSHIRE

The parentage of Walter de Beauchamp has not been confirmed in any of the primary sources which have been consulted during the preparation of the present document. From a chronological point of view, he could have been the son of Hugh de Beauchamp (see Part A). However, it is not known whether Hugh was the only member of the Beauchamp family who came to England from Normandy. A hint about his family relationships is provided by the charter dated [25/31] Jul 1141 under which "M. imperatrix, Henrici regis filia et Anglorum domina" confirmed, among other property, the property of "suorum proximorum parentum qui contra me fuerint in werra mea", to Walter´s son "Willelmo de Bello Campo"[689]. The "proximorum parentum" in question have not been identified, and unfortunately the document does not specify their properties which were granted to William de Beauchamp. Miles [I] de Beauchamp (see Part A. of the present chapter, above) is excluded as he witnessed the same document and therefore must also have been a supporter of Empress Matilda.

WALTER [I] de Beauchamp of Elmley Castle, Worcestershire, son of --- ([1080/95]-[1130/May 1133]). His birth date is estimated very broadly based on his marriage before 1114. Henry I King of England notified "Osberto de Abetot et ministris [et] forestariis de foresta de Feccham" that he had granted a fox-hunting licence in his forest in Feckenham to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1110/16][690]. Henry I King of England notified "Osberto vicecomiti et omnibus forestariis de Wirecestrasera" that he had granted a wolf-hunting licence in his forest in Worcestershire to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1106/13][691]. Henry I King of England granted "totam terram Rogeri de Wygrecestra", in and around the town of Worcester, to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1114, after 15 Aug][692]. Henry I King of England notified the bishop of Worcester that he had granted "vicecomitatum de Wigresestrasia" to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [Dec 1113/Apr 1116][693]. "…Walto de Bello Campo…" subscribed the charter date [3/10] Jun 1123 under which Henry I King of England granted the lands of "Edrici fil Chetelli" to "Walto de Gloec"[694]. Henry I King of England notified the bishop of Worcester that he had granted "terram que fuit Adelize uxoris Ursonis de Abbetot sicut ipsa Adeliza eam ei concessit" to "Waltero de Bello Campo" by charter dated to [1123/Jul 1129][695]. The 1130 Pipe Roll records "Walto de Belcapo" in Wiltshire (two entries) and in Gloucestershire[696].

m (before Aug 1114) [EMMELINE], daughter of URSE de Abitot & his wife Adelisa ---. Round states that the wife of Walter de Beauchamp was the daughter of Urse de Abitot but he does not cite the corresponding primary source which confirms that this is correct[697]. Ellis says that "Emmeline Roger´s sister was wife of Walter de Beauchamp, who obtained the fief of Urso and the shrievalty of Worcestershire, which Henry I confirmed to him, together wih the office of one of the king´s dispensers which Robert brother of Urso had formerly held, and the land given him by Adelisa the widow of Urso"[698]. If this information is all correct, it appears to establish Emmeline´s parentage and marriage. The corresponding sources are set out in the Beauchamp cartulary, and quoted above under Emmeline´s husband´s entry. The documents do not explicitly state that Walter´s wife was the daughter of Urse de Abitot and brother of Roger de Abitot, but this is a reasonable implication. The latest date of her marriage is assessed from the dating of the first of these charters. The primary source which confirms her name has not yet been identified.

Walter [I] & his wife had [three] children:

1. WILLIAM [I] de Beauchamp (-1170, bur Worcester). Henry I King of England confirmed the inheritance by "Willelmo filio Walteri de Bello Campo, dispensario meo" of "terram totam patris sui" by charter dated to [1130/May 1133][699]. "M. imperatrix, Henrici regis filia et Anglorum domina" confirmed "hereditario jure castellum de Wigorn…vicecomitatum Wygorn…quam pater eius Walterus de Bellocampo…Robertus dispensator, frater Ursonis de Abbetot…manerium de Bekeford…Westonam et Luffenham in Roteland", as well as the property of "suorum proximorum parentum qui contra me fuerint in werra mea", to "Willelmo de Bello Campo" by charter dated [25/31] Jul 1141[700]. “…Waltero de Clifford…Osberto filio Hugonis, Willielmo de Bealchamp…” witnessed the undated charter, dated to [1155], which records the donation by “Rogerus comes Herefordiæ” to Brecknock priory[701]. The 1156 Pipe Roll records "Wills. de Bellocampo" at the head of the return for Worcestershire, and the 1156 and 1157 Pipe Rolls "Wills de Bello Capo" at Trentham in Staffordshire with revenue of ₤30[702]. The Annals of Tewkesbury record that “Willelmus de Bello Campo” was captured by “Radulpho de Mandeville” in 1151[703]. Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, name "Willelmus de Bello Campo vii milites…Walterus de Bello Campo, dimidium militum" among those providing military service for Westminster abbey in Worcestershire, and also record the knight fee-holders under "Willelmus de Bello Campo" in Worcestershire[704]. The Annals of Worcester record the death in 1170 of “Willelmus de Bello Campo” and his burial “ad ostium capituli Wigorniæ”[705]. m BERTHA de Briouse, daughter of [WILLIAM [II] de Briouse & his wife Bertha of Hereford]. According to Domesday Descendants, the wife of William [I] de Beauchamp was "Bertha, daughter of William II de Braose"[706]. The primary source which confirms her parentage and marriage has not yet been identified but, if it is correct, the chronology of her husband´s family suggests that she must have been one of her parents´ older children. The introduction to the Beauchamp Cartulary states that "according to an early 14th century inquest, he married Berta, a daughter of the marcher lord William de Braose c. 1140 and received with her lands in three villages in south Gloucestershire", but noting that the jurors incorrectly states that Bertha was the wife of the great-grandfather of Guy Earl of Warwick who would have been William [II] de Beauchamp[707]. Given the birth of William [II] de Beauchamp´s children in the mid-1190s, it does not appear possible for their mother to have been the daughter of William [II] de Briouse. William & his wife had [six] children:

a) WILLIAM [II] de Beauchamp (-1197). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. The Annals of Worcester record the death in 1197 of “Willelmus de Bello Campo”[708].

- see below.

b) ROBERT de Beauchamp (-after 1209). "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro et Johanne fratribus meis…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Odoni de Salewarp fideli meo"[709]. "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro de Bello Campo, Waltero fratre Willelmi de Bello Campo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Odo de Salewarp" granted land to "Juliane [nepote/nepte] mee filie Willelmi de Bello Campo"[710]. "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro [et] Johanne de Bello Campo, fratribus [meis], Ivone de Bello Campo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Roberto de Argent"[711]. The introduction to the Beauchamp Cartulary states that the custody of William [III] de Beauchamp, son of William [II] ("Wilekin de Beauchamp") was transferred in 1209 to "the free tenants of the honour, headed by Robert de Beauchamp, a brother of William [II]…for four years"[712].

c) PETER de Beauchamp (-after [1194/95]). "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro et Johanne fratribus meis…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Odoni de Salewarp fideli meo"[713]. "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro de Bello Campo, Waltero fratre Willelmi de Bello Campo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Odo de Salewarp" granted land to "Juliane [nepote/nepte] mee filie Willelmi de Bello Campo"[714]. "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro [et] Johanne de Bello Campo, fratribus [meis], Ivone de Bello Campo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Roberto de Argent"[715]. The 1194/95 Pipe Roll records "de firma de Brochton Petri de Bellocamp de dimidio anno" in Worcestershire[716].

d) JOHN de Beauchamp . "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro et Johanne fratribus meis…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Odoni de Salewarp fideli meo"[717]. "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro [et] Johanne de Bello Campo, fratribus [meis], Ivone de Bello Campo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Roberto de Argent"[718].

e) [WALTER de Beauchamp . "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro de Bello Campo, Waltero fratre Willelmi de Bello Campo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Odo de Salewarp" granted land to "Juliane [nepote/nepte] mee filie Willelmi de Bello Campo"[719]. This is the only one of the series of charters, naming William [II] de Beauchamp and his brothers, which names a brother Walter. It is possibility that "Waltero" in this document is an error for "Johanne" who is named in all the other documents. It should be borne in mind that the Beauchamp cartulary, in which this charter is reproduced, was compiled in 1395/96 and contains "innumerable errors"[720].]

f) [EMMA (-after Sep 1192). According to Dugdale, the wife of Ralph de Sudeley was the daughter of William de Beauchamp of Elmley[721], but the primary source on which this information is based has not been traced. m RALPH de Sudeley, son of JOHN de Sudeley & his wife Grace de Tracy (-before 29 Sep 1192).]

2. [WALTER [II] de Beauchamp (-after 1166). Military fee certifications in the Red Book of the Exchequer, in 1166, name "Willelmus de Bello Campo vii milites…Walterus de Bello Campo, dimidium militum" among those providing military service for Westminster abbey in Worcestershire[722]. No confirmation has yet been found that Walter [II] was the brother of William [I] de Beauchamp. However, their names are nearly adjacent in the listing, and Walter is a name used in William´s family. “Ricardus de Bellocampo” donated "ecclesiam de Lamerseia" to Colne Priory, Essex, with the consent of "Adelinæ uxoris meæ", by undated charter, witnessed by "Pagano de Bellocampo, Stephano et Waltero de Bellocampo"[723].]

3. MATILDA de Beauchamp . Her marriage and parentage are confirmed by the undated charter under which her son "Robert Marmion, neveu de Guillaume de Beauchamp" made a declaration concerning a donation of property to Sainte-Marie-de-Barberie and the charter dated 1224 under which "Robert Marmion le jeune, fils de Mathilde de Beauchamp" donated property to the same abbey[724]. m as his first wife, ROBERT Marmion [V], son of ROBERT Marmion [IV] & his wife Elisabeth de Rethel (-after 29 Sep 1194).

3. IVO de Beauchamp . "Roberto de Bello Campo, Petro [et] Johanne de Bello Campo, fratribus [meis], Ivone de Bello Campo…" witnessed the charter dated to [1170/97] under which "Willelmus de Bello Campo" granted land to "Roberto de Argent"[725].

WILLIAM [II] de Beauchamp, son of WILLIAM [I] de Beauchamp & his wife Bertha de Briouse (-1197). The primary source which confirms his parentage has not yet been identified. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1190/91], records "Willelmus de Bello Campo" paying "lxx s de militibus, quos tenet de Rege in diversis comitatius, vii milites" in Worcestershire[726]. The Red Book of the Exchequer, listing scutage payments in [1194/95], records "Willelmo de