York and upon her death, was succeeded by her son, the 4th Earl of Bute.

He transferred allegiance to John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute.

The first person to hold this title was James Stuart, 1st Earl of Bute, who received the title in 1703.

In the preface he acknowledged great obligations to the Earl of Bute.

Prime Minister John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute, was his elder brother.

Lowther later married the daughter of John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute.

The award came largely through the efforts of Sheridan and the Earl of Bute.

He gave support to Earl of Bute, Prime Minister between 1762-63.

The present house was built for the 3rd Earl of Bute by the neoclassical architect Robert Adam.

Elliot was a friend and follower of the Earl of Bute.