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Charles Towneley (1630 - 1712)

Third son of Charles Towneley of Towneley (1600-1644) and brother of Richard Towneley (also of Towneley), "who was of some note as a mathematician and natural philosopher" (Lancaster, 63n.2). Charles assisted his brother's work and with his wife Mary took primary charge of the family estate (Webster, 62). Charles Towneley became a frequent correspondent of Thoresby's (ibid.). Entered English College at Douai in 1649 (Webster, 63). Relevant locations: Educated at English College
Residence at Towneley Hall
People linked to person: Charles Towneley was a friend of Ralph Thoresby (1658-1725)
Charles Towneley was a donor to Ralph Thoresby (1658-1725)
Charles Towneley was a correspondent of Ralph Thoresby (1658-1725)
Charles Towneley was a son of Charles Towneley (1600-1644)
Charles Towneley was a brother of Richard Towneley (10 Oct 1629-22 Jan 1707)

Christopher Towneley (1604-1674) was a uncle of Charles Towneley