Thomas Strangways (1643–1713)

Thomas Strangways (1643–1713) was an English politician who sat in the House of Commons at various times between 1673 and 1713. He represented Bridport from 1673 to 1679, Dorchester from 1689 to 1698, and Dorset from 1702 to 1713.

He was the son of Giles Strangways and Susanna Strangways, daughter of Sir John Strangways. The Strangways family was a prominent Dorset family.

Strangways was a consistently active member of parliament, known for his involvement in numerous committees. He was a staunch Whig and a strong supporter of the Hanoverian succession. His political positions often placed him in opposition to the Tory interests prevalent in Dorset. He held several local offices in Dorset throughout his life and was considered a man of significant influence in the county. His parliamentary career spanned several crucial periods in English history, including the Exclusion Crisis, the Glorious Revolution, and the reign of Queen Anne.

He married Susanna Ridout, daughter of Benjamin Ridout. He was succeeded by his son, Thomas Strangways, also a member of parliament.