Frances Lumley-Saunderson, Countess of Scarbrough facts for kids
Frances Lumley-Saunderson, Countess of Scarbrough (born Lady Frances Hamilton; around 1700 – 30 December 1772) was an important person in the British royal court. She was a lady who worked closely with the royal family.
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Early Life and Family
Frances was the younger daughter of George Hamilton, 1st Earl of Orkney. Her mother was Elizabeth Villiers. Frances had an older sister named Anne, who later inherited their father's title, becoming the Countess of Orkney.
Marriage and Children
On 27 June 1724, Frances married Thomas Lumley-Saunderson, 3rd Earl of Scarbrough. He was the third son of Richard Lumley, 1st Earl of Scarbrough.
Frances and Thomas had five children together:
- Richard Lumley-Saunderson, 4th Earl of Scarbrough (1725–1782)
- The Honourable George Lumley-Saunderson (died 11 December 1739)
- Lady Anne Lumley-Saunderson (died 1807)
- Lady Frances Lumley-Saunderson (died 1796), who married Peter Ludlow, 1st Earl Ludlow in June 1753
- Lady Harriet Lumley-Saunderson (died 6 November 1747)
Role at Court
After she got married, Frances became a Lady of the Bedchamber. This was a special job working for royal women. She served two important princesses.
Serving Princess Caroline
First, she worked for Caroline of Ansbach. At that time, Caroline was the Princess of Wales. This meant she was married to the son of the king. Later, Caroline became the Queen of Great Britain and Ireland.
Serving Princess Augusta
From 1745, Frances also served Princess Augusta of Saxe-Gotha. Augusta was also a Princess of Wales, as she was married to the next Prince of Wales.
Being a Lady of the Bedchamber was a respected position. It meant Frances received a salary and had some influence at court. She was also known for staying friends with Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough. This was important because Sarah was sometimes not in favor with the royal family.
