Hugh the Elder Earl of Winchester le Despenser 1211–1271
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- C 1 criteria (Basic)
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Hugh Despenser in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 2 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: C — verified across 2 independent trees
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Immediate Family
Biography
Hugh the Elder Earl of Winchester le Despenser was born in 1211 in Shepton Beauchamp, Somerset, England, the child of hugh 1st baron le despenser justicar of england constable of the tower of london le despenser and aline bassett. Hugh the Elder Earl of Winchester le Despenser married isabella de beauchamp, and had children including hugh 1st lord despenser le despenser. Hugh the Elder Earl of Winchester le Despenser passed away in 1271 in Bristol, Gloucester, England.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Hugh Despenser
This ancestor line traces from Bristol, Gloucester, England (1190) to Shepton Beauchamp, Somerset, England (1211) across 2 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Hugh Despenser (1211–1271) was born in Shepton Beauchamp, Somerset, England and died in Bristol, Gloucester, England. 2 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 (C) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have Hugh 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 2 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.
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Hugh Despenser's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record