William Laxton (Lord Mayor of London)
Sir William Laxton | |
|---|---|
| Lord Mayor of London | |
| In office 1544–1545 | |
| Preceded by | Ralph Warren |
| Succeeded by | Martin Bowes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | c. 1500 Oundle, Northamptonshire, England |
| Died | 27 July 1556 |
Sir William Laxton (c. 1500 – 27 July 1556) was a Lord Mayor of London during the reign of Henry VIII, and eight times Master of the Worshipful Company of Grocers. He is the founder of Oundle School.