Throckmorton Collection

Mrs Whighams Ascot Party
A group at a house party held by Mrs George Hay Whigham at her home at Ascot, during Ascot Week. From left, Mr, C. Moore, Miss Margaret Whigham (Mrs Whighams daughter, later the Duchess of Argyll)

Mrs and Mrs Charles Sweeny at The Embassy Club
Mr and Mrs Charles Sweeny (Mrs Charles Sweeny was formerly Miss Margaret Whigham and later the infamous Duchess of Argyll)

Coughton Court
LLM457599 Coughton Court by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coughton Court. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

The Wilderness at Weston, Buckinghamshire, with Popes Monument (oil on board)
3743886 The Wilderness at Weston, Buckinghamshire, with Popes Monument (oil on board) by Harvey, William (1796-1866); 30.2x22.5 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle)

Wychavon WR10 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wychavon WR10 2

Huntingdonshire PE28 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Huntingdonshire PE28 2

Sir Robert Throckmorton and Miss Margaret Whigham
Miss Margaret Whigham (1912 - 1993), later Mrs Charles Sweeny and then Duchess of Argyll, pictured at the Dinner of a Hundred Hosts at the Park Lane Hotel during the London Season of 1932

Anne Throckmorton
Lady ANNE (nee Carew) THROCKMORTON wife of Sir Nicholas T. diplomat in the service of Elizabeth I. At age 53. Date: 1537 - ?

SIR NICHOLAS THROCKMORTON (1515-1571). English diplomat. Oil on panel, c1562, by an unknown artist

BROOM HALL
Broom Hall, Broom, Warwickshire, England, a fine Elizabethan mansion, built in 1577 for Sir Thomas Throckmorton of Gough Court. Date: 16th century

Philip Howard / Arundel
PHILIP HOWARD 13TH EARL OF ARUNDEL Roman Catholic suspected of conspiracy. Imprisoned and died in the Tower of London

The Wilderness at Weston, Buckinghamshire, with Popes Monument
Artist: Harvey, William - Title: The Wilderness at Weston, Buckinghamshire, with Popes Monument - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Board 30.2 x 22.5

Grounds of Coughton Court, owned by Throckmorton family, one of whom Robert Catesby was the chief plotter in the Gunpowder Plot, Worcestershire, Midlands, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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Throckmorton, a name that echoes through history and resonates with elegance and prestige. From Mrs Whigham's Ascot Party to the Embassy Club, it has always been associated with high society and glamorous events. Stepping into Coughton Court or wandering through The Wilderness at Weston, Buckinghamshire, one can't help but feel the grandeur of Throckmorton's legacy. The oil on board painting of Popes Monument captures the essence of this majestic estate. Exploring Wychavon WR10 2 Map or Huntingdonshire PE28 2 Map reveals the vast lands owned by Sir Robert Throckmorton and his family. Their influence stretches far beyond their ancestral homes; they have left an indelible mark on English history. Intriguing tales unfold as we delve deeper into the past. Sir Walter Raleigh bidding farewell to his beloved wife on that fateful morning of his execution in 1618 is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those bearing the Throckmorton name. Love stories intertwine within this illustrious lineage as well. The union between Sir Robert Throckmorton and Miss Margaret Whigham epitomizes romance amidst aristocracy, while Anne Throckmorton stands tall as a symbol of strength and resilience. Artistic masterpieces come alive when Elizabeth Throckmorton gazes back at us from Nicolas de Largillierre's canvas. Her beauty immortalized forever, she embodies grace and poise befitting her noble heritage. Sir Nicholas Throckmorton's diplomatic prowess paved the way for England's international relations during his time, leaving an enduring impact on politics and diplomacy alike. Threading all these stories together is Sir Walter Raleigh himself – adventurer, courtier, writer – whose final moments with his wife Elizabeth before facing execution remain etched in our collective memory. Throckmorton.