John de Seton (died 1299) facts for kids

Sir John de Seton was an English knight who lived a long time ago. His sons fought alongside Robert the Bruce, who later became the King of Scotland. Sadly, his sons were put to death because they were seen as traitors by the English king.

Sir John's Life and Lands

Sir John de Seton owned several important estates, called manors, in England. These included Seton in Yorkshire, and Gamelsby, Unthank, and Lambynby, along with lands in Seaton, Cumbria.

At one point, King Edward I of England forgave Sir John and Robert Bruce (the grandfather of the future Scottish king) for hunting without permission in the King's forest.

In 1296, Sir John showed his loyalty to King Edward I in a ceremony at Berwick. This was for the lands he owned in Scotland. Sir John de Seton passed away in 1299. After his death, his son Christopher was named as the person who would inherit his property.

Sir John's Family

Sir John de Seton was married to a woman named Erminia. She was the daughter of Thomas de Lascelles, who was the Lord of Bolton. Sir John and Erminia had three known sons:

• Christopher Seton: He was put to death in 1306. He was married to Christina Bruce, who was the sister of Robert the Bruce.
• John Seton: He was also put to death in 1306.
• Humphrey Seton: He too was put to death in 1306.