Hugh le Despencer, 2nd Baron le Despencer

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Hugh le Despencer (1308 – 1349) was the eldest son and heir of Hugh the younger Despenser, son of Hugh the elder Despenser. His father and grandfather both were executed in 1326. His mother was Alianore de Clare, daughter of Gilbert de Clare, 7th Earl of Hertford.

Hugh was restored to his grandfather's title of Baron le Despencer in 1338. He died without issue in 1349. His heir was his nephew, Edward le Despencer, 1st Baron le Despencer, who was created Baron le Despencer of a new creation in 1375.