Edward Poole (died 1578)

Edward Poole (d. 1578) was an English landowner and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Wootton Bassett.

Details regarding Edward Poole's life are somewhat scarce, typical for individuals of his social standing from the mid-16th century. He was a member of the Poole family, a landed gentry family with holdings in Wiltshire. The exact extent of his estates and sources of income are not readily available in standard biographical sources, but the fact that he was able to secure a parliamentary seat indicates he possessed sufficient property and social standing to be considered a suitable representative.

His term as Member of Parliament for Wootton Bassett indicates his involvement in the political life of Wiltshire. The Parliament he served in would have addressed the significant religious and political changes occurring during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. However, there is currently no record of specific contributions or speeches attributable to him during his time in Parliament.

Edward Poole's death in 1578 marked the end of his political career. Information regarding his family, heirs, and place of burial is currently limited. Further genealogical research might yield more precise details about his lineage and descendants.