Sir Walter Burrell, 5th Baronet facts for kids
Sir Walter Wyndham Burrell (born October 26, 1814 – died January 24, 1886) was an important person in British history. He was a lawyer, a politician who belonged to the Conservative Party, and a leader in a group called the Freemasons. He also held the title of a Baronet, which is a special inherited title in the UK.
Who Was Walter Burrell?
Walter Burrell was the third son of Sir Charles Burrell, who was also a Baronet. His mother was Frances Wyndham. Walter became a lawyer in 1840, which means he was allowed to practice law. He also served in the British Army as an officer in a group called the 2nd Sussex Rifle Volunteers. Later in his life, starting in 1877, he became a leader for the Freemasons in Sussex.
Walter Burrell's Public Life
In 1865, Walter Burrell tried to become a Member of Parliament for East Sussex, but he didn't win that election. However, in 1876, he inherited the Baronet title from his older brother, Percy. In the same year, he became a Member of Parliament (MP) for New Shoreham. This was a special area that both his father and brother had also represented in the past. He served in the House of Commons, which is a big part of the UK government, until 1885. Before that, in 1871, he was also the High Sheriff of Sussex, which was an important local role.
Walter Burrell's Family Life
On June 10, 1847, Walter Burrell married Dorothea Jones. They had four daughters and two sons together. Sir Walter Burrell passed away when he was 71 years old at his home, West Grinstead Park. He was buried in a place called Shipley, Sussex. After he died, his oldest son, Charles, inherited the Baronet title from him.
