Letters patent, Great Wilbraham, Cambridgeshire

  • This material is held at
  • Reference
      GB 12 MS Doc.3779
  • Dates of Creation
      12 Dec. 1553 (1 Mary I)
  • Language of Material
      English .
  • Physical Description
      1 item(s) vellum vellum

Scope and Content

In consideration of his loyal service during the rebellion of the late duke of Northumberland, and for other good causes, the queen grants to Sir John Huddilston Kt the lordship and manor of Great Wilbraham, Cambridgeshire, and the advowson of the parish church of Great Wilbraham, formerly part of the possessions of the College of Fotheringhay, Northamptonshire. Illustrated capital, Great Seal (damaged) on bicoloured cords. Endorsements of inrolment. Further endorsed: 'No 1'. With abstract of same on paper, endorsed '1812 / Weatherby / Newmarket'.

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Acquisition Information

Presented by Captain R.S. Hicks of Great Wilbraham, 16 October 1947

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