Peregrine Moncreiffe of that Ilk facts for kids
Peregrine David Euan Malcolm Moncreiffe was born on February 16, 1951. He is known as the Chief of Clan Moncreiffe. He is the second son of Sir Iain Moncreiffe and Diana Denyse Hay. His mother was also the 23rd Countess of Erroll. Peregrine is the younger brother of Sir Merlin Hay, who is the Chief of Clan Hay.
Early Life and Education
Peregrine Moncreiffe went to school at Eton. He then studied at Christ Church, Oxford, a famous college at Oxford University. While at Oxford, he was part of the rowing team. He rowed for Oxford in the 1972 Boat Race. This is a well-known rowing competition against Cambridge University.
Career and Roles
After finishing his education, Peregrine Moncreiffe worked as an investment banker. This means he helped people and companies manage their money. He also became a Freeman of the City of London. This is an old honor given to people who have contributed to the city. He is also a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Fishmongers. This is one of London's historic trade groups.
He is a member of the Royal Company of Archers. This is a special group that acts as the King's bodyguard in Scotland. From 1970 to 1978, he served as Slains Pursuivant. This was a ceremonial role related to Scottish heraldry.
Chief of Clan Moncreiffe
In 1997, Peregrine Moncreiffe became the Chief of Clan Moncreiffe. This happened after his cousin, Miss Elisabeth Moncreiffe, passed away. Being a clan chief means he is the traditional head of the Moncreiffe family. He also became the feudal Baron of Moncreiffe. This is a historic title connected to the family's land in Perthshire, Scotland. The Moncreiffe estate is the traditional home of the clan.
In 2001, he was officially recognized as "Moncreiffe of that Ilk." This recognition came from the Lord Lyon King of Arms. This is the official who deals with coats of arms and titles in Scotland. He was also granted his own coat of arms by the Court of the Lord Lyon.
Family Life
Peregrine Moncreiffe married Miranda Mary Fox-Pitt on July 27, 1988. Miranda was born on December 29, 1968. She is a descendant of General Augustus Pitt Rivers.
Peregrine and Miranda have six children:
- Ossian Peregrine Thomas Gerald (born February 3, 1991)
- Idina May Moncreiffe (born November 3, 1992)
- Eliza Miranda Moncreiffe (born February 2, 1995)
- Alexandra Maria Moncreiffe (born November 19, 1996)
- Lily Moncreiffe (born November 6, 1998)
- Euan Moncreiffe (born September 12, 2000)
As of 2006, Peregrine Moncreiffe and his family live in the Channel Islands.
