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Simon Walton

1200 – 1266

Bishop of Norwich

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About Simon Walton

Lived 1200 – 1266. Simon Walton was a catholic priest.

Simon Walton (or Simon de Wanton; died 2 January 1266) was an English clergyman who served as the Bishop of Norwich.

Life A royal justice, Walton was elected to the see of Norwich on 4 June 1257 and was consecrated on 10 March 1258. He was enthroned at Norwich Cathedral on 17 March 1258.

Pope Clement IV ordered Walton to find a coadjutor on 29 September 1265, as the bishop was sick and unable to perform his duties.

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Important facts

Born
1200
Birth century
Occupation
Positions held
Roman Catholic Bishop of Norwich (England)
Also known as
Simon de Wanton

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Simon Walton's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Simon Walton?

Bishop of Norwich

When was Simon Walton born?

Simon Walton was born in 1200.

When did Simon Walton die?

Simon Walton died on 2 January 1266.

What was Simon Walton's occupation?

Simon Walton was a catholic priest.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Simon Walton

· Wikidata: Q7519977

· DBpedia: Simon Walton (bishop)

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