Ingilby baronets facts for kids
A baronetcy is a special title given by the British King or Queen. It's like being a knight, but the title can be passed down through the family, usually from father to eldest son. It's a bit like a hereditary knighthood.
The Ingilby and Ingleby families have had three different baronet titles over many years. One title was created in 1642, another in 1781, and the most recent one in 1866. The first two titles no longer exist, but the third one is still held by a member of the family today. Their main family home is Ripley Castle, which is about 3 miles north of Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
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What is a Baronetcy?
A baronetcy is a unique honour in the British system. It's a hereditary title, meaning it passes down through generations. A baronet is called "Sir" before their name, and their wife is called "Lady." It's a rank below a baron (a type of noble) but above a knight.
The First Ingilby Title (1642)
The very first baronetcy for this family was created in 1642. It was given to a man named William Ingleby. This title was known as the Ingleby Baronetcy, of Ripley Castle.
How the First Title Ended
This title lasted for four generations. The last person to hold it was Sir John Ingleby, the 4th Baronet. When he passed away in 1772, he didn't have a son to pass the title to. So, this particular baronetcy became extinct, meaning it ended.
The Second Ingilby Title (1781)
Years later, in 1781, a new baronetcy was created for the family. This one was called the Ingilby Baronetcy, of Ripley Castle. It was given to John Ingilby.
Who was John Ingilby?
John Ingilby was the son of the 4th Baronet from the first creation. When his father died, John inherited the family's lands and property. He also became a Member of Parliament. This means he was elected to represent an area in the House of Commons, which is part of the British government.
The Second Title's End
John Ingilby's son, Sir William Amcotts-Ingilby, became the 2nd Baronet. He also served as a Member of Parliament for different areas. He had also inherited another baronetcy from his mother's family. However, when he died in 1854, neither of his baronet titles could be passed on. So, both of these titles also became extinct.
The Third Ingilby Title (1866)
The third and current baronetcy for the family was created in 1866. It was given to Henry Ingilby. This title is known as the Ingilby Baronetcy, of Ripley Castle and Harrington.
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How Henry Ingilby Got the Title
Henry Ingilby was the eldest son of Reverend Henry Ingilby. This Reverend Henry Ingilby was the brother of the first Baronet from the 1781 creation. When his cousin (the 2nd Baronet from the 1781 creation) passed away, Henry Ingilby inherited the family estates. Because of this, he was given the new baronetcy.
Current Holder of the Title
Today, the 6th Baronet, Sir Thomas Colvin William Ingilby, 6th Baronet, holds this title. His eldest son, James William Francis Ingilby, is the heir apparent. This means he is next in line to inherit the baronetcy.
Family Members and Titles
Here are the people who held these special titles:
Ingleby Baronets, of Ripley Castle (1642)
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- Sir William Ingleby, 1st Baronet (born around 1603 – died 1652)
- Sir William Ingleby, 2nd Baronet (1621–1682)
- Sir John Ingleby, 3rd Baronet (1664–1742)
- Sir John Ingleby, 4th Baronet (born around 1705 – died 1772)
Ingilby later Amcotts-Ingilby Baronets, of Ripley Castle (1781)
- Sir John Ingilby, 1st Baronet (1758–1815)
- Sir William Amcotts-Ingilby, 2nd Baronet (1783–1854)
Ingilby Baronets, of Ripley Castle and Harrington (1866)
- Sir Henry John Ingilby, 1st Baronet (1790–1870)
- Sir Henry Day Ingilby, 2nd Baronet (1826–1911)
- Sir William Ingilby, 3rd Baronet (1829–1918)
- Sir William Henry Ingilby, 4th Baronet (1874–1950)
- Sir Joslan William Vivian Ingilby, 5th Baronet (1907–1974)
- Sir Thomas Colvin William Ingilby, 6th Baronet (born 1955)
See also
- Amcotts baronets
