Berkeley Guise facts for kids
Sir Berkeley William Guise, 2nd Baronet (born 14 July 1775 – died 23 July 1834) was an important British landowner. He lived at Highnam Court in Gloucestershire, England. Sir Berkeley was also a Whig politician.
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Family Background and Inheritance
Berkeley Guise was the oldest son of Sir John Guise, 1st Baronet. When his father passed away in 1794, Berkeley inherited the title of Baronet. He also took over the family home, Highnam Court.
Later, in 1807, his cousin Jane Guise died. From her, he inherited more family estates. These included Elmore Court, which was the very first home of the Guise family. He also inherited Rendcomb, another important property in Gloucestershire.
Education and Public Service
Sir Berkeley Guise received a good education. He attended Eton College in 1791. After that, he studied at Christ Church, Oxford in 1794.
He held several important jobs during his life. In 1801, he became a "verderer" and "deputy warden" of the Forest of Dean. These roles meant he helped manage and protect the forest. He kept these jobs until he died.
Sir Berkeley also served in local government. He was appointed Sheriff of the City of Gloucester in 1807. Later, in 1813, he became the Mayor of Gloucester.
Military Roles
He also had a military career. In 1798, he became a captain in the North Gloucestershire Militia. This was a local military force. In 1809, he was promoted to Lieutenant-Colonel Commandant. He helped create a new local militia group in Gloucester.
Serving in Parliament
Sir Berkeley William Guise was a Member of Parliament, often called an MP. This meant he was elected to represent people in the British Parliament.
He represented the area of Gloucestershire from 1811 to 1832. After some changes to the voting areas, he then represented Gloucestershire East. He served as an MP for this new area from 1832 until his death in 1834.
Later Life and Legacy
Sir Berkeley Guise never married. He passed away in 1834. His younger brother, General Sir John Wright Guise, 3rd Baronet, took over his title. After Sir Berkeley's death, Highnam Court was sold to Thomas Gambier Parry.
