About William Barton
Lived 1777 – 1825 (aged 47–48). William Barton was a British cricketer.
William Barton (16 January 1777 – 7 January 1825) was an English cricketer who played for several teams during the period between 1795 and 1817.
Barton was born at Finsbury in Middlesex in 1777. He is first known to have played for Middlesex in 1793 before making his important debut in 1795, playing for Middlesex against Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) at Lord's Old Ground. Besides Middlesex, Barton played for England (i.e., the "rest" of England), Surrey, Kent, and Hampshire. Primarily a batter, his highest known score is 69.
Barton died at Westminster in London in 1825.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Barton?
cricketer (1777-1825)
When was William Barton born?
William Barton was born in 1777 in Finsbury, Middlesex.
When did William Barton die?
William Barton died on 7 January 1825 in Westminster.
What was William Barton's occupation?
William Barton was a cricketer.
What nationality was William Barton?
William Barton was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Barton (English cricketer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Barton. https://biography.guide/william-barton-cricketer/
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