Andrew Lawson, Esquire, Member of Parliament, lord of the manor of Aldborough
Dates: 1800-1853
Biography
Andrew Lawson was a Yorkshire landowner and politician who purchased Aldborough manor in 1834. He was an antiquarian who excavated and displayed Roman remains from Aldborough and established a private museum in the manor grounds.
Notes / Sources
Some local historical material dates his occupation or rebuilding of the manor house from 1825, but the direct purchase of the manor itself is dated 1834 by English Heritage.
Research sources:
- English Heritage, History of Aldborough Roman Site; Yorkshire Philosophical Society, 'Members Elected 1822-1855,' entry for Andrew Lawson, identifying him as lord of the manor of Aldborough and recording his purchase and residence at Aldborough Manor. — https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/aldborough-roman-site/history/
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