Walter of Preston
English landowner and rebel
About Walter of Preston
Walter of Preston was an English large estate owner.
Walter of Preston (died 1230), also known as Walter Fitz Winemar, was sheriff of Northamptonshire in 1207 and 1208, and held some post in connection with the forests. He had custody of Fotheringay Castle in 1212 and apparently sided with the barons, as his lands were taken into the king's hands.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Frequently asked questions
Who was Walter of Preston?
English landowner and rebel
When did Walter of Preston die?
Walter of Preston died in 1230.
What was Walter of Preston's occupation?
Walter of Preston was a large estate owner.
What nationality was Walter of Preston?
Walter of Preston was English.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Walter of Preston
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter of Preston. https://biography.guide/walter-of-preston/
MLA: "Walter of Preston." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/walter-of-preston/.
Chicago: "Walter of Preston." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/walter-of-preston/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:04 UTC