Richard Myddelton

Richard Myddelton (by 1509 – 1577/78), of Galch Hill, near Denbigh, was a Welsh politician. Early life Myddelton was born by 1509 and was the third son of Margaret ( Smith) Myddelton and Fulk Myddelton of Llansannan, a younger son of David Myddelton, receiver of Denbigh during the reign of King Edward IV, was for many years governor of Denbigh Castle. His younger brother was Robert Myddelton, also an MP for Denbigh Boroughs. His mother was a daughter of Thomas Smith of Chester and sister to Robert Smith, MP for Carlisle. Career Upon his father's death before March 1534, Myddelton may have succeeded him as governor of Denbigh Castle, an office which was later held by his own sons.