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Gilbert De Clare 1243–1295

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Full name consistent across 4 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 4 trees
Death year and location consistent across 4 trees

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Reliability Score: A
Strong — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
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4 researchers on YourRoots have Gilbert Clare in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 10 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.

Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: A — verified across 4 independent trees, with linked records

Born 02 Sep 1243 · Christchurch, Dorset, England
Died 7 Dec 1295 · Tewkesbury, Tewkesbury Borough, Gloucestershire, England
Father Richard Lv Declare Vll Earl Of Gloucester
Mother Maud LACY (1223–1289)
Spouse Joan Of Acre
Children Eleanore De Clare, Elizabeth Clare, Gilbert De Clare, Margaret De Clare
Siblings Bevis Bogo Benet De Clare, Eglantine De Clare, Eglentina Rohese De Clare, Isabel De Clare, Margaret De Clare, Maud De Clare, Robert Richard De Clare, Rose De Clare, Thomas De Clare, Wiliam Clare

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Biography

Gilbert De Clare was born in 1243 in Christchurch, Dorset, England, the child of richard lv declare vll earl of gloucester and maud de lacy. Gilbert De Clare married joan of acre, and had children including eleanore de clare, elizabeth de clare, gilbert de clare, margaret de clare. Gilbert De Clare passed away in 1295 in Tewkesbury, Tewkesbury Borough, Gloucestershire, England.

Sources

  1. 1
    Burial Records UK and Ireland, Find a Grave Index

  2. 2
    Burial Records International, Find a Grave Index

  3. 3
    Record HOWLAND 352.FTW

  4. 4
    Record OneWorldTree

Life Timeline

1243
Birth of Gilbert De Clare in Christ Church, Hampshire, England
Birth
1243
Birth of Gilbert De Clare in Christchurch, Christchurch Borough, Dorset, England
Birth
1243
Birth of Gilbert De Clare in Christchurch, Dorset, England
Birth
1295
Death of Gilbert De Clare in Monmouth, Monmouthshire, Wales
Death
1295
Death of Gilbert De Clare in Monmouth Castle, Tewkesbury
Death
1295
Death of Gilbert De Clare in Monmouth Castle, Monmouthshire, England
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Gilbert Clare

This ancestor line traces from Scotland (1000) to Christchurch, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom (1243) across 10 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Gilbert Clare (1243–1295) was born in Christchurch, Dorset, England and died in Tewkesbury, Tewkesbury Borough, Gloucestershire, England. 4 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (A) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 4 researchers on YourRoots have Gilbert in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 10 generations of this lineage geographically.
It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.

Gilbert Clare's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Gilbert De Clare PTP
1243–1295
Christchurch, Dorset, England
Parents
Unknown
Maud DE LACY PTP
1223–1289
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
Grandparents
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown

Gilbert Clare's Descendants

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Gilbert De Clare PTP 1243–1295
  1. 1. Elizabeth De Clare PTP 1295–1360