Sir Peter Thornton KC | |
|---|---|
| Chief Coroner of England and Wales | |
| In office 2012–2016 | |
| Preceded by | None |
| Succeeded by | Mark Lucraft |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 17 October 1946 |
| Alma mater | St John's College |
| Occupation | Judge |
| Awards | Knight Bachelor (2017) |
Sir Peter Ribblesdale Thornton KC (born 17 October 1946[1]) is a former Senior Circuit Judge and former Chief Coroner of England and Wales.