Richard Beadon (15 April 1737 – 21 April 1824) was Master of Jesus College, Cambridge 1781–1789 and later Vice-Chancellor of the University, Bishop of Gloucester and Bishop of Bath and Wells.
Richard Beadon | |
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Bishop of Bath and Wells | |
Diocese | Diocese of Bath and Wells |
In office | 1802–1824 |
Predecessor | Charles Moss |
Successor | George Henry Law |
Other post(s) | Bishop of Gloucester (1789–1802) |
Personal details | |
Born | 15 April 1737 |
Died | 21 April 1824 | (aged 87)
Nationality | British |
Denomination | Anglican |
Education | Blundell's School |
Alma mater | St John's College, Cambridge |
Life
editBeadon was born at Pinkworthy in Devon, son of the Rev. Robert Beadon, Rector of Oakford. He was educated at Blundell's School and admitted to St John's College, Cambridge in 1754. He was eighth Wrangler and Senior Chancellor's Medallist in 1758.[1]
He married Rachel, granddaughter of Bishop Gooch, of Ely, and had one son, Richard. He was also the uncle of Frederick Beadon.
It is said he was admirable both as Master and Vice-Chancellor, and a very handsome man. His portrait survives in the College.
Career
edit- Fellow and Tutor of St. John's
- Archdeacon of London, 1775–1789
- Master of Jesus College, 1781–1789
- Tutor to Prince Frederick William, afterwards Duke of Gloucester
- Bishop of Gloucester, 1789–1802
- Bishop of Bath and Wells, 1802–1824
References
edit- ^ "Beadon, Richard (BDN754R)". A Cambridge Alumni Database. University of Cambridge.
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