Robert Haresnape (14 July 1866 – 1951) was an English professional association footballer who played as a winger. He died in his home town of Blackburn, Lancashire in 1951. Robert Haresnape was born on 14 July 1866 in Blackburn, Lancashire. Haresnape' first club was Witton (Blackburn) FC which he signed for in 1884. He stayed at Witton for two years and then moved to Darwen in 1886, returning to Witton in 1887. The following year Haresnape signed for Blackburn Rovers.