Simon Burton-Jones

Simon David Burton-Jones (né Jones; born 23 December 1962) is a British Anglican bishop. He has been the bishop of Tonbridge, the suffragan bishop of the Diocese of Rochester, since his consecration on 3 July 2018; he was previously the archdeacon of Rochester.

Early life and education He was born on 23 December 1962 in Fleetwood, Lancashire to Harry and Dorothy Jones. He was educated at Fleetwood High School, a comprehensive school in Fleetwood. as per tradition, his BA was promoted to a Master of Arts (MA Cantab). After this, he was priest in charge (1998–2000) and then vicar (2000–2005) of St Mary's Church, Plaistow, Bromley. Since 2010, he has served as archdeacon of Rochester and been a canon residentiary of Rochester Cathedral. He was consecrated a bishop on 3 July 2018 during a service in London.

Personal life In 1989, Simon Jones married Julia Burton. They have a son and a daughter.