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'.
Letters patent, Great Wilbraham, Cambridgeshire
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- 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
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Acquisition Information
Presented by Captain R.S. Hicks of Great Wilbraham, 16 October 1947
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