Ripon Cathedral [Map]

Ripon Cathedral is in Ripon [Map].

Memorials in the North Transept of Ripon Cathedral [Map].

Around 1840. Monument to various members of the Webber family at Ripon Cathedral [Map].

Bede. 678. In the year of our Lord's incarnation 678, which is the eighth of the reign of Egfrid (age 33), in the month of August, appeared a star, called a comet, which continued for three months, rising in the morning, and darting out, as it were, a pillar of radiant flame. The same year a dissension broke out between King Egfrid (age 33) and the most reverend prelate, Wilfrid, who was driven from his see, and two bishops substituted in his stead, to preside over the nation of the Northumbrians, namely, Bosa, to preside over the nation of the Deiri; and Eata over that of the Bernicians; the latter having his see in the city of York [Map], the former in the church of Hagulstad [Map], or else Lindisfarne [Map]; both of them promoted to the episcopal dignity from a society of monks. With them also was Edhed ordained bishop in the province of Lindsey, which King Egfrid (age 33) had but newly subdued, having overcome and vanquished Wulfhere; and this was the first bishop of its own which tliat province had; the second was Ethelwin; the third Eadgar; the fourth Cynebert, who is there at present. Before Edhed, Sexwulf was bishop as well of that province, as of the Mercians and Midland Angles; so that when expelled from Lindsey, he continued in the government of those provinces. Edhed, Bosa, and Eata, were ordained at York [Map] by Archbishop Theodore (age 76); who also, three years after the departure of Wilfrid, added two bishops to their number; Trumbert, in the church of Hagulstad [Map], Eata still continuing in that of Lindisfarne; and Trumwine in the province of the Picts, which at that time was subject to the English. Edhed returning from Lindsey, because Ethelred had recovered that province, was placed by him over the church of Ripon.

In 679 Bishop Eadhæd of Lindsey was consecrated Bishop of Ripon.

Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. 709. This year died Aldhelm (age 70), who was bishop by Westwood. The land of the West-Saxons was divided into two bishoprics in the first days of Bishop Daniel; who held one whilst Aldhelm (age 70) held the other. Before this it was only one. Forthere succeeded to Aldhelm; and Ceolred succeeded to the kingdom of Mercia. And Cenred went to Rome; and Offa with him. And Cenred was there to the end of his life. The same year died Bishop Wilferth, at Oundle [Map], but his body was carried to Ripon [Map]. He was the bishop whom King Everth compelled to go to Rome.

Anglo-Saxon Chronicle. 948. This year King Edred overran all Northumberland; because they had taken Eric for their king; and in the pursuit of plunder was that large minster at Rippon [Map] set on fire, which St. Wilferth built. As the king returned homeward, he overtook the enemy at York; but his main army was behind at Chesterford. There was great slaughter made; and the king was so wroth, that he would fain return with his force, and lay waste the land withal; but when the council of the Northumbrians understood that, they then abandoned Eric, and compromised the deed with King Edred.

1200. The base of the South-West Tower at Ripon Cathedral [Map].

1220. Early English west front of Ripon Cathedral [Map] was added in 1220. The twin towers originally had wooden spires and lead.

Around 1300. East window of Ripon Cathedral [Map]. The height being "almost the length of a cricket wicket". The stained glass 19th Century.

Around 1450. The South Transept of Ripon Cathedral [Map].

Around 1450. The central of Ripon Cathedral [Map] collapsed and was rebuilt.

Around 1500. The nave and ailses at Ripon Cathedral [Map] was widened.

In 1604 Dean Moses Fowler was appointed Dean of Ripon.

In 1608 Dean Moses Fowler died. Monument in Ripon Cathedral [Map].

Dean Moses Fowler: In 1604 he was appointed Dean of Ripon.

After 1637. Monument to Hugh Ripley at Ripon Cathedral [Map]. Restored; the original monument having been defaced by Cromwell's troops.

On 23 Jan 1655 John Mallorie of Studley Royal (age 45) died. He was buried in Ripon Cathedral [Map].

John Mallorie of Studley Royal: In 1610 he was born.

Evelyn's Diary. 04 Mar 1664. Came to dine with me the Earl of Lauderdale (age 47), his Majesty's (age 33) great favorite, and Secretary of Scotland; the Earl of Teviot (age 38); my Lord Viscount Brouncker (age 53), President of the Royal Society; Dr. Wilkins (age 50), Dean of Ripon; Sir Robert Murray (age 56), and Mr. Hooke (age 28), Curator to the Society.

Evelyn's Diary. 08 Jul 1686. Dr. Meggot, Dean of Winchester preached before the household in St. George's Chapel [Map] at Windsor, the late King's glorious chapel now seized on by the mass priests. Dr. Cartwright (age 52), Dean of Ripon, preached before the great men of the Court in the same place.

On 23 Apr 1718 Edward Blackett 2nd Baronet (age 68) died. He was buried in Ripon Cathedral [Map]. His son Edward Blackett 3rd Baronet (age 35) succeeded 3rd Baronet Blackett of Newcastle in Northumberland.

After 1737. Monuments in Ripon Cathedral [Map] the top of which was sculpted by Fisher of York.

Around 1740. Monument to the Aislabie family in Ripon Cathedral [Map].

On 23 Jan 1752 John Wray 12th Baronet (age 62) died. He was buried at Ripon Cathedral [Map]. His son Cecil Wray 13th Baronet (age 17) succeeded 13th Baronet Wray of Glentworth in Lincolnshire.

After 1758. Monument to Robert Porteus of Virginia at Ripon Cathedral [Map].

On 04 Jul 1770 Frances Norcliffe Lady Wray (age 69) died. She was buried at Ripon Cathedral [Map].

On 30 Apr 1792 William Weddell of Newby (age 55) died. He was buried in Ripon Cathedral [Map]. Monument with bust by Joseph Nollekens (age 54).

William Weddell of Newby: On 13 May 1736 he was born.

1800. Monuments in the south transept of Ripon Cathedral [Map].

After 06 Mar 1821. Monument in Ripon Cathedral [Map] to George Coates of Bishopton sculpted by Fisher of York.

After 1834. Monument in Ripon Cathedral [Map] to John Elliott died 1834. The inscription reads ...

To the Memory of the late John Elliott Esqr. of Elliott House, near Ripon, Commander, R.N. having entered the naval service of his country early in life, he circumnavigated the globe as a midshipman in the Resolution under the command of the command of the celebrated Capt. Cook. He subsequently served as a Lieut. of the Ajax, of 74 guns: and was present in Lord Rodney's glorious action, on the 12th April, 1782; in which he was severely wounded. He resided at Elliott House many years, greatly respected for his strict integrity and uprightness, in all the relations of life. He was born Jany. 11th 1759 and died Sept.17th 1834. Also to the memory of Isabella Elliott, his beloved wife, who was born Novr. 22nd 1762; and died July 9th 1841; generally respected for her amiability and domestic virtues. Likewise to the memory of the following children of the above. Charles Frederick Elliott, born May 17th 1790; and died January 4th 1791. Gilbert Elliott, born February 13th 1795; and died May 17th 1795. Maria Elliott, born November 14th 1797; and died September 3rd 1800. Charles Bowes Elliott, born July 25th 1791; and died at Durham, November 2nd 1801. Charlotte Eleanor Elliott, born October 4th 1803; and died April 17th 1812. Frederick Edmund Elliott, born November 1st 1808; and died June 18th 1821. Maria, the beloved wife of the Rev. William Hough, incumbent of Hambleton, in the county of Lancaster, born Octr 18th 1802; and died deeply lamented, Novr 18th 1844. Sibbella born June 28th 1789: died May 17th 1850.

After 1834. Memorial to Elizabeth widow of Edmund Jennings of Ripon. Monument at Ripon Cathedral [Map] sculpted by R Whitton of Beverley.

In 1836 Archibishop Charles Longley (age 41) was consecrated Bishop of Ripon.

Around 1850. Organ and Rood Screen (possibly Pulpitum) of Ripon Cathedral [Map]. The stonework original but the carvings Victorian, possibly 20th Century?

In 1859 Dean Thomas Garnier (age 49) was appointed Dean of Ripon.

After 1880. Various monuments at Ripon Cathedral [Map].

After 06 Aug 1915. Monument in Ripon Cathedral [Map] to Thomas Crow Kirk killed at the landing at Sulva Bay.

On 11 Feb 1918 Lieutenant Colonel Neville Bowes Elliott-Cooper VC (age 29) died whilst a prisoner of war. He had been awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions at the Battle of Cambrai the citation reading ...

For most conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty. Hearing that the enemy had broken through our outpost line, he rushed out of his dug-out, and on seeing them advancing across the open he mounted the parapet and dashed forward calling upon the Reserve Company and details of the Battalion Headquarters to follow. Absolutely unarmed, he made straight for the advancing enemy, and under his direction our men forced them back 600 yards. While still some forty yards in front he was severely wounded. Realising that his men were greatly outnumbered and suffering heavy casualties, he signalled to them to withdraw, regardless of the fact that he himself must be taken prisoner. By his prompt and gallant leading he gained time for the reserves to move up and occupy the line of defence.

Monument in Ripon Cathedral [Map].

Lieutenant Colonel Neville Bowes Elliott-Cooper VC: On 22 Jan 1889 he was born.