Edward Stanley, 1st Baron Stanley of Alderley (1775-1849), was a British politician and peer. He served as a Member of Parliament for several constituencies, including Lancaster and North Lancashire. In 1839, he was elevated to the peerage, becoming Baron Stanley of Alderley. Stanley was known for his contributions to the Whig Party and his involvement in various social and political reforms during the early 19th century. He was also a notable landowner, with significant estates in Cheshire and Lancashire, which played a role in his influence and status in British society.