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John Harewell

d. 1386

Bishop of Bath and Wells

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About John Harewell

John Harewell was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

John Harewell was a Bishop of Bath and Wells in medieval England.

Harewell came from Harwell in Berkshire (now in Oxfordshire). He was in the employ of the Black Prince. In 1353, he became the Archdeacon of Worcester before being collated Archdeacon of Berkshire in 1365 and then selected, on 14 December 1366, as Bishop of Bath and Wells. He was consecrated on 7 March 1367 and died around 16 July 1386. His executors are listed as John Harewell; John Bryngton; John Grene, of Welles, canon; John de Tuttebury, in 1399 (1 Henry IV).

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Positions held
Roman Catholic Bishop of Bath and Wells

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Harewell?

Bishop of Bath and Wells

When did John Harewell die?

John Harewell died on 16 July 1386.

What was John Harewell's occupation?

John Harewell was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Harewell

· Wikidata: Q6237773

· DBpedia: John Harewell

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