- British statesman: prime minister 1743–54 (brother of Thomas Pelham-Holles).
- a bit that is used with two pairs of reins, designed to serve the purpose of a full bridle.
- a horse's bit for a double bridle, less severe than a curb but more severe than a snaffle
- Henry. 1696–1754, British statesman: prime minister (1743–54); brother of Thomas Pelham Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle
