Sir Fulwar Skipwith, 2nd Baronet facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sir Fulwar Skipwith, 2nd Baronet
Newbold Revel Hall
Member of Parliament for Coventry
In office 1713 - 1715
Personal details
Born	1676
Died	14 May 1728(1728-05-14) (aged 51–52) Bath
Political party	Conservative Party (UK)

Sir Fulwar Skipwith, 2nd Baronet (born 1676 – died May 14, 1728) was an important person from Newbold Revel in Warwickshire, England. He was a member of the Conservative Party. He also served as a Member of Parliament for the city of Coventry.

A Baronet is a special title in the United Kingdom, like a knight but passed down through families. Fulwar Skipwith became the 2nd Baronet in his family.

Early Life and Family

Fulwar Skipwith was born in 1676. He was the only son of Humberston Skipwith. Sadly, his father passed away before Fulwar's grandfather. This meant that Fulwar became the Baronet after his grandfather died in 1677.

In 1703, Fulwar Skipwith married Mary Dashwood. She was the daughter of another important person, Sir Francis Dashwood. Fulwar and Mary had five children together. They had three sons and two daughters. His oldest son, Sir Francis Skipwith, 3rd Baronet, later took over the Baronet title.

Serving as a Member of Parliament

A Member of Parliament (often called an MP) is a person chosen by voters to represent them in the country's government. They help make laws and decisions for the country.

Fulwar Skipwith was an MP for Coventry. He served in this role from 1713 to 1715. During this time, he was part of the Conservative Party. This party is a group of politicians who share similar ideas about how the country should be run.

Newbold Revel Hall

In 1716, Fulwar Skipwith had a beautiful house built. This house was called Newbold Revel. It was located in Stretton-under-Fosse, which is in Warwickshire. This grand building became his family home.

Later Life and Death

Fulwar Skipwith passed away in 1728. He died in the city of Bath, England. He was 52 years old when he died.