Longleat Safari Park Owner In UK, Lord Bath Dies Of Coronavirus

The eccentric owner of Longleat Safari Park, Lord Bath, has died from coronavirus aged 87.

Alexander Thynn, 7th Marquess of Bath, sadly passed away yesterday after being admitted to hospital in Bath on March 28.

Longleat announced the devastating news today.

Their statement read: “It is with the deepest sadness we have to announce Lord Bath has died at the age of 87.

“Alexander Thynn, 7th Marquess of Bath, passed away on Saturday.

“He was admitted to the Royal United Hospital in Bath on March 28 where it was confirmed he had the coronavirus.

“The family would like to express their great appreciation for the dedicated team of nurses, doctors and other staff who cared so professionally and compassionately for Alexander in these extremely difficult times for everyone.

“They would politely request a period of privacy to deal with their loss.”