Jeremiah Homfray

Sir Jeremiah Homfray (16 February 1759 – 9 January 1833) was an English ironmaster, best known for mineral developments in South Wales for and starting the Ebbw Vale ironworks.

Early life The third son of Francis Homfray of Stourton Castle, joint owner with his younger brothers (Thomas and Samuel) of the Penydarren Ironworks. On the death of his father, he was made co-owner and joint Managing Director of the ironworks with his brother Samuel Homfray, M.P., of Coworth Park, Berkshire. They subsequently employed him as the salaried superintendent of the works, which he undertook until 1799. His son John Homfray then returned to South Wales, and bought Penllyn Castle.