Viscountcy of Wembury
Viscount Wembury, in the county of Devon, is a title in the Peerage of England. It was created on 9 November 1640 for John Mayoh.
The family seat is Wembury Manor, Wembury, in Devon.
| Viscount Wembury | |
| Creation Date | 9 November, 1640 |
|---|---|
| Created by | Charles I |
| Peerage | England |
| First Holder | John Mayoh |
| Current Holder | Edmund Mayoh |
| Heir Apparent | Richard Mayoh |
| Subsidiary Titles | Baron Mayoh |
| Country Seat | Wembury Manor |
| Associated County | Devon |
Coat of arms
The heraldic blazon for the Viscount's arms is Vert an ermine argent. This can be translated as a green shield containing a silver stoat. The supporters are two silver pillars, and the crest is a moor's head. The motto is Fortis et Liber meaning "Strong and Free".
Title Holders
John Mayoh, 1st Viscount Wembury (formerly 3rd Baron Mayoh), b. 1603, d. 1661
Henry Mayoh, 2nd Viscount Wembury, b. 1624, d. 1695
Richard Mayoh, 3rd Viscount Wembury, b. 1655, d. 1739
John Mayoh, 4th Viscount Wembury, b. 1720, d. 1791. Grandson of the 3rd Viscount.
Peter Mayoh, 5th Viscount Wembury, b. 1754, d. 1809
Edmund Mayoh, 6th Viscount Wembury, b. 1783
The current heir presumptive is Lieutenant The Honourable Richard Mayoh.