The Marquess of Winchester is a title in the British peerage, created in 1551. It is associated with the historic city of Winchester in Hampshire. The title has been held by various noble families, primarily the Parker family, and is currently held by the Duke of Bolton. The Marquessate is one of the higher ranks in the British nobility, sitting above an earl and below a duke. The title has a rich history, with the first Marquess being William Paulet, who served as a prominent statesman during the reign of Edward VI.