Ralph of Shrewsbury’s Tomb at Wells Cathedral. Ralph of Shrewsbury was Chancellor of the University of Oxford and then bishop of Bath and Wells from 1329 to 1363. He took an active interest in completing the building of Wells cathedral, … continue reading »
Thomas Bekynton, or Beckington (c. 1390 – 1465), was secretary to Henry VI, later Lord Privy Seal, and then bishop of Bath and Wells from 1443 to 1465. His tomb is situated in the south choir aisle at Wells cathedral … continue reading »
Robert Creyghton (or Creighton) was bishop of Bath and Wells between 1670 and 1672. A scotsman by birth, Creyghton was at one time a member of the court of Charles II in exile. After the Restoration he became Dean of … continue reading »
