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George Goring

1501 – 1594

English politician (died 1594)

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About George Goring

Lived 1501 – 1594 (aged 92–93). George Goring was an English politician.

George Goring (after 1522 – 1594) was an English politician.

He was the second son of Sir William Goring of Burton Park, Sussex.

He was appointed High Sheriff of Surrey and Sussex for 1578–79.

He was a Member of the Parliament of England (MP) for Lewes in 1559 and 1563. He was appointed receiver-general of the Court of Wards for life on 3 July 1584. He built Pelham House in Lewes and purchased a number of manors elsewhere in Sussex, including Danny Park in 1582. He lavishly extended Danny House in 1593, using funds collected in his capacity as Receiver of the Court of Wards, which were rightfully revenues of the Crown. The house is now a Grade I listed building.

He married Mary, the daughter and coheiress of William Everard, and the widow of Richard Bellingham, with whom he had 2 sons and 2 daughters. His eldest son and heir George was also MP for Lewes. His daughter Dorothy married firstly the wealthy ironmaster Sir Henry Bowyer, and secondly Sir John Shurley MP.

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Important facts

Born
1501
Birth century
Died
1594
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Nationality
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1559 Parliament, Member of the 1563-67 Parliament

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Goring?

English politician (died 1594)

When was George Goring born?

George Goring was born in 1501.

When did George Goring die?

George Goring died in 1594.

What was George Goring's occupation?

George Goring was a politician.

What nationality was George Goring?

George Goring was English.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Goring

· Wikidata: Q5539824

· DBpedia: George Goring (died 1594)

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