The London Gazette 11043. St James's. 19 May 1770.

The King has been pleased to order Letters Patent, containing a Grant unto Bernard Ward (age 50), Esq; and the Heirs Male of his Body lawfully begotten, of the Dignity of Baron of the said Kingdom, by the Name, Stile, and Title of Baron Bangor of Castle Ward in the County of Downe. [Ann Bligh Viscountess Bangor by marriage Baroness Bangor of Castle Ward in County Downe.]