# The Footsteps at the Lock — Character guide

> Key figures in The Footsteps at the Lock by Ronald A. Knox.

- [Derek Burtell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/derek_burtell.md): Elder cousin involved in a mysterious disappearance at Shipcote Lock.
- [Nigel Burtell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/nigel_burtell.md): Younger cousin whose canoe is found adrift, sparking the central mystery.
- [Miles Bredon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/miles_bredon.md): Detective investigating the case, often narrating the proceedings.
- [Mr. Leyland](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/mr_leyland.md): Police inspector assisting Bredon in the investigation.
- [Angela](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/angela.md): A woman connected to the Burtell family and the events at the lock.
- [Mr. Erasmus Quirk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/mr_erasmus_quirk.md): A mysterious figure whose disappearance adds to the intrigue.
- [Mrs. Bredon](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/mrs_bredon.md): Miles Bredon's wife, who provides support and insight.
- [Mrs. Coolman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/mrs_coolman.md): A local resident with knowledge of the Burtell family.
- [Mr. Burgess](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/mr_burgess.md): A lock-keeper who provides key information about the incident.
- [The Stranger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/the_stranger.md): An enigmatic figure seen near the lock around the time of the disappearance.
- [Aunt Alma](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/aunt_alma.md): An elderly relative of the Burtell cousins.
- [Mr. H. Anderton](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/mr_anderton.md): A helpful local who assists with the investigation.
- [Carmichael](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/carmichael.md): A colleague of Bredon's from the insurance office.
- [Luke Wallace](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/luke_wallace.md): A boatman who discovers the adrift canoe.
- [Dr. Simmonds](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/dr_simmonds.md): The local doctor who examines the scene.
- [Sholto](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/sholto.md): A friend or associate of the Burtell family.
- [Sir John Burtell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/sir_john_burtell.md): The late father of Derek and Nigel, mentioned in the story.
- [Uncle Robert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/uncle_robert.md): An uncle of the Burtell cousins who appears briefly.
- [Lizzy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/lizzy.md): A maid or servant in the Burtell household.
- [Charles Burtell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/charles_burtell.md): A relative of the Burtell family, mentioned in passing.
- [George Lowther](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/characters/george_lowther.md): A man who provides information about the Burtell family history.

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