Lord Byron marries Anna Isabella Milbanke

Background. Anne Isabella Milbanke, known as Annabella, first contacted Lord Byron in writing in August 1813. She initially refused his proposal of marriage. However, she accepted his second proposal in September 1814. The couple married privately at Seaham Hall, the family home in County Durham, on 2 January 1815. The ceremony was conducted by special licence.

Local Context. Seaham was a small rural agricultural community until the early 19th century. Its primary historical claim to fame during this period was the marriage of Anne Isabella Milbanke, the local landowner's daughter, to Lord Byron. The event took place at Seaham Hall, located in County Durham, England.

Ceremony Details. The marriage occurred on 2 January 1815 at Seaham Hall. It was a private ceremony conducted by special licence. Anne Isabella Milbanke, later known as Lady Byron, was the daughter of Sir Ralph Milbanke Noel. The union linked the poet to the Milbanke family estates.