Robert Surtees, of Redworth
1782–1857 (age 75)
Antiquary and historian
Biography
Robert Surtees of Redworth was a distinguished antiquary and historian of the North East of England. Born in 1782, he devoted much of his life to scholarly pursuits and the documentation of regional history, establishing himself as a respected figure in academic circles during the early nineteenth century.
His contributions to historical scholarship and his deep knowledge of Durham and Northumberland made him a valued member of the intellectual community of his time. Surtees passed away in 1857, leaving behind a legacy of historical work that would benefit future generations of scholars interested in the region's past.