Feudal

How to address a Lord of the Manor

Spoken Address

Mr. [Surname] or Lord [Surname]

Written Address

Dear [Title or Mr.] [Surname],

Envelope Address

[Full Name], Esq., Lord of the Manor of [Manor Name]

Formal Introduction

[Full Name], Lord of the Manor of [Manor Name]

Spouse

Mrs. [Surname], Lady of the Manor of [Manor Name]

Children

Master or Miss [Surname]

Notes

A Manorial Lordship is a piece of incorporeal hereditament, not a peerage title; holders are commoners. While the title is legally recognized as property, it does not grant a seat in the House of Lords or the prefix 'The Right Honourable'.

Examples

I have the pleasure of introducing John Smith, Esq., Lord of the Manor of Hampstead.
The Lord of the Manor of Stratford is expected to attend the parish council meeting.
Correspondence regarding the manorial waste should be sent to the Lord of the Manor.

Common Mistakes

Using the prefix 'The Right Honourable'
Confusing the title with a Baronetcy or Peerage
Assuming the title implies ownership of all land within the manor