Nicholas Hay, 2nd Earl of Erroll facts for kids
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The Earl of Erroll
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Arms of the Earl of Erroll
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| 6th Lord High Constable of Scotland | |
| In office 1462–1470 |
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| Preceded by | William Hay |
| Succeeded by | William Hay |
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| Born | c. 1446 |
| Died | 1470 (age 33 or 34) |
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Elizabeth Gordon
(m. 1461) |
| Parents | William Hay, 1st Earl of Erroll Beatrix Douglas |
Nicholas Hay, 2nd Earl of Erroll was an important Scottish nobleman. He lived in the 1400s and held the title of Earl of Erroll. He was also known as the 3rd Lord Hay of Erroll.
About Nicholas Hay
Nicholas Hay was born around the year 1436. His father was William Hay, 1st Earl of Erroll, who was the first person to hold the title of Earl of Erroll. His mother was Lady Beatrix Douglas.
Family Connections
Nicholas Hay had a very interesting family history. He was the great-great-grandson of Robert II of Scotland, who was a King of Scotland. This means he was related to Scottish royalty through his great-great-grandmother, Elizabeth Mure.
His Marriage
Nicholas Hay married Lady Elizabeth Gordon on November 15, 1461. Lady Elizabeth was the daughter of Alexander Gordon, 1st Earl of Huntly. Interestingly, Nicholas was originally planned to marry Elizabeth's sister, Lady Margaret, but the plans changed.
After Nicholas passed away, Lady Elizabeth married again. Her second husband was John Kennedy, 2nd Lord Kennedy. When she died in 1500, she left some lands, including Cassillis and Dunure, to the Clan Kennedy.
Family Home and Legacy
The main family home for Nicholas Hay was Old Slains Castle. This was a grand castle located in Scotland.
Nicholas Hay did not have any children of his own. Because of this, when he died in 1470, his important title of Earl of Erroll went to his brother, William.
