The Earl of Burford is a title in the peerage of the United Kingdom, created in 1672. It is associated with the historic town of Burford in Oxfordshire. The title has been held by various members of the Royal Family, particularly linked to the Duke of St Albans. The current holder of the title is a descendant of Charles II, who granted the title to his illegitimate son, Henry FitzRoy. The Earl of Burford is part of the broader system of British nobility, which includes various ranks such as Duke, Marquess, and Viscount.