Elizabeth Noel, Viscountess Campden facts for kids

Elizabeth Noel, Viscountess Campden (born in 1640 and passed away in July 1683), was an important lady in 17th-century England. She was the fourth wife of Baptist Noel, 3rd Viscount Campden, a powerful nobleman. Together, they had nine children.

Who Was Elizabeth Noel?

Elizabeth Noel was a noblewoman from a well-known family. She became Viscountess Campden through her marriage. A Viscountess is the wife of a Viscount, which is a title of nobility in the United Kingdom, ranking below an Earl but above a Baron.

Her Family Background

Elizabeth was the daughter of Montagu Bertie, 2nd Earl of Lindsey. Her mother was Martha Ramsay. Martha was also known as the Dowager Countess of Holderness from a previous marriage. Elizabeth had several brothers and sisters. Her siblings included Robert Bertie, 3rd Earl of Lindsey, and other notable figures like Peregrine Bertie and Charles Bertie.

Marriage to Viscount Campden

Elizabeth married Viscount Campden on July 6, 1655. She was only 15 years old at the time. Viscount Campden was older, in his forties. He had been married three times before Elizabeth. He also had at least four children from his previous marriages, including his oldest son, Edward.

Her Children

Elizabeth and Viscount Campden had nine children together. Some of their notable children included:

• Baptist Noel, who later became a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is a person elected to represent a group of people in the national parliament. He married Susannah Fanshaw. They had a son named Baptist Noel, 3rd Earl of Gainsborough.
• John Noel (1659–1718), who married Elizabeth Sherard. They also had children.
• Martha Penelope Noel, who married a man named Mr. Dormer.
• Catherine Noel (1657-1724 or 1733), who married John Manners, 1st Duke of Rutland. She was his third wife and they had children.

A Famous Portrait

A famous artist named Sir Peter Lely painted a portrait of Viscountess Campden. Sir Peter Lely was a very popular painter in England during the 17th century. He was known for his portraits of important people.

Elizabeth Noel passed away in July 1683. She lived one year longer than her husband. She is buried with him at the Church of St Peter and St Paul. This church is located in Exton, Rutland.