John Chaworth was an English politician and landowner in the 18th century. He is best known for his role as a Member of Parliament for Nottinghamshire from 1761 to 1768. Chaworth was part of the Whig party, which was one of the two major political parties in Britain during that time. Chaworth was also notable for his involvement in local affairs and his contributions to the development of his estate. He was a member of the gentry, a social class that included wealthy landowners. His legacy includes his influence on the political landscape of his region during the period.