Henry Bathurst, 3rd Earl Bathurst 1762 – 1834

Biography

Henry Bathurst, 3rd Earl Bathurst, lived a life of service spanning from his birth in London on May 22, 1762, through his death in the same city on July 27, 1834. Over his seventy-two years, he established himself as a notable figure in British public life, dedicating himself to political service during a transformative period in English history. His long tenure and steady presence reflected the values of duty and commitment that characterized his generation’s approach to civic responsibility.

Following his passing, the Earl was laid to rest at the Church of St John the Baptist in Cirencester, a final resting place befitting his station and legacy. This ancient church served as a repository for his memory and that of his family’s enduring connection to the Cotswolds region. The location of his burial reflects the deep roots the Bathurst family maintained in English life and landscape across generations.

The span of his years—from the early years of the reign of George III to the beginning of the Victorian era—positioned him as a witness to profound changes in British society, politics, and culture. Though the specific details of his political achievements have faded with time, his position in the peerage and his lifetime of service remain testament to a life devoted to the institutions and traditions of his nation.