Herbert Hurst’s Calendar of Muniments Volume 5 Camden to Chipping Norton (College estates)

Please note that this calendar was compiled 1898-1907, and therefore only makes reference to records dating 19th century or earlier.

Vol. 5 Camden Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Camden, Oxfordshire

Camden 1 Ordinance Grantor: John Fitzwilliam of Fychendon, marshal Grantee: Robert Yelkman of Champpden Grant: This order was made at Cheping nortone, on the feast of The invention of the Holy Cross (as above). Robert under a penalty of £10 engages to appear in a certain case, before the Marshal relative to a Tenement in Campden. Sealing clause. Given at the place and day and year above noted. Witnesses: Hewe Poppe of Chepyngnorton, Robert Brecon la Greyndre (? grinder) Laurence Brecon, Richard his brother, Richard alleyn, Robert Symon et "mound des autres" Indented at top thrugh several letters Seal: one red seal gone Pt. 10 3/4" x 3" Probably a Stray

3 Apr 1338

Vol. 5 Catworth Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Catworth, Cambridgeshire

Catworth 1 List of owners of the Presentations to Rectory 1597 John Wyborne, with sight of presentation 1603 William Berridge - presentation 1632 Sir Beauchamp St John 1634 Thomas Ekins has it, Willian Berridge dies and Thomas presents Nicholas Mason who is not admitted. 1638 Anthony akerwood* petitioned the Lord Keeper Coventry for the parsonage of Catworth as being in his gift by reason of Simony comitted betw: Thomas Ekins & Jospeh Wiborne. The King presented akerwood who was admitted &c 1651 Akerwood sequestered by the Parliament - Hookes had his place. The Committee of oel 29 put in Stephen Anderson who has continued there, ages about 55 years (or akrood) Remarks: paper

c. 1670

Catworth 2 Sale of Advowson Grantor: Thomas Ekyns John Ekynes Grantee: Thomas Ekyns son and heir of Thomas

24 Jan 1597

Grant: Refers to sale, by Edward Watson of Rockingham, 2 Sept, 10 years previous, to Thomas Ekyns of the Manor of Catworth called Lord Vause's Manor Co Northants and Hunts with all the rights and appurtenances and the Advowson and Patronage of the Church of Catworth Magna &c. all claims &c Now J and I for a competent sum of money paid them by Thomas have given granted bargained anhd sold the Advowson, Rec-torye and Church of Catworth and the right of patronage, to have and to hold without any manner of condition or other limitations. They quit claim for the same Signed by J.E John makes his mark Initial letter interesting Seal: one, a head, not distinct Pt. 25 1/2" x 19 1/2"

Catworth 3 Copy of Act of Institution to Rectory Grantor: The Bishop of Lincoln Grant: As John Wyborne, clerk, D.B has been nominated to the Rectory of Catworth magnd, in Lincoln Diocese on the death of the last Incumbent by -- Ekyns of Raunse, Co: Northampton, yeoman the true and undoubted patron, we admit him John Wyborne, to the Rectory canonically and institute and invest him in the same in all its rights and members &c Signed by W. Lincoln Seal: none Remarks: paper

1 Jun 1603

Catworth 4 Copy of Grant of Advowson Grantor: Thomas Ekines of Catworth Magna Grant: J.E the true and undoubted Patron of the Parish Church of Catworth Magna, dioc: Lincoln, has given, granted and by this present deed has confirmed, for the one and nearest viodance of the Rectory, to one Wm Beridge M.A his executors and assigns, the first advowson, nomination, presentation and free disposition, but the sight of patronage hereafter to remain with Thomas Ekines Sealing clause (as above) Extracted by me Tho: Pound Witnesses: five Remarks: paper

30 Dec 1623

Catworth 5 Grant of Advowson &c Grantor: Thomas Ekynes of Great Catworth Grantee: Thomas Ekynes junior Grant: J.E for the natural love and effection which he bears toward Thomas Ekynes his son and heir apparent, as also for other good causes and considerations especially moveing him, gives grants & confirms absolutely for ever, the Advowson, nomination and Presentation and Free disposition of and to the Rectory and Church of Great

10 Aug 1634

Catworth, all the tythes, observances, profits. Emmunyties & advanta-ges these to belonging, all manner of Deeds, evidences &c warranty Quitclaim all his rights for himself his heirs and assigns, to the same Seal: one, broken, E remains Remarks: Pt 16" x 5"

Catworth 6 Plea in Court Grantor: William Archbishop of Canterbury and Anthony Akerod clerk Grantee: versus Thomas Ekynes seu Gentleman Grant: W.C and A.A were summoned on a Plea that they permit him to present a fit person to the Church at Catworth which is vacant and in his donation. Thereupon the same Thomas appeared by his attorney Wm. Glasse who showed that Thomas Ekynes was possessed of the Advowson as part of his fee and had presented one John Wyborne, clerk, who was formally admitted. At a later date J.E gave the first voidance of the Church to Wm Berridge who became owner, for one occasion, of the advowson. &c The account goes over the entire history, as elsewhere. Follows all the Acts of Parliament bearing on the case Case postponed (?) Remarks: 24 H: paper

1634

Catworth 7 A Brewiatt case of Simony Grantor: William, Lord Archbishop of Canterbury Grantee: v. Anthony Akrodd clerk Wm Berridge was presented to the Church of Catworth magna under a simonical agreement 24 May, 24 James, Akroyd claims the living as having been presented in due form, when the simony of the Ptron had, by a Statute of 31 Eliz. c b, placed the presentation in the Sovereign's hands and not in the jurisdic-tion of the Archbishop of Canterbury. cf Y.18, 21 and 29 Witnesses: It is but the commencement of the case-issue is joyned" on p 2 is the result of the examination of witnesses and on p. 3 a list of witnesses selected by Akrodd, to prove the several points of the case Remarks: Clearly from the Ekyn's papers Query stray paper

c. 1635

Catworth 8 Copy of Mandate for Induction Grantor: John, Bishop of Lincoln Grant: We have received from Sir Beauchamp St. John the undoubted Patron of the Living of Catworth magna, letter of nominations of William Berridge M.A, clerk, to the Rectory of the parochial Ch: &c. now vacant by the death of the last Rector the permit and order you to arrange for his induction thereto, and to all the rights belonging to it

6 Jun 1635

This mandate shown on the 10 June 1635 and the induction carried out Remarks: paper

Catworth 9 Copy of letter about admission Grantor: Sir Beauchamp St. John Knt Grantee: To John, Bishop of Lincoln Grant: Sir B., as true and undoubted patron of the Rectory of the parochial Church of Chatworth Magna in Country Huntingdon by reason of the grant of William Berridge of Catworth Magna by Thomas Ekynes of same town, to the Rectory now vacant by the death of Jogn Wyburn the last incumbent, he Sir B has nominated W.B and begs his paternity to admit him to the same Church and appoint, induct and recognize him as Rector of the same with all its rights privileges &c Witnesses: was admitted on 18 June 1635 Remarks: paper

14 Jun 1635

Catworth 10 Copy of Petition Grantor: Anthony Akerod clerk M. of d. To the Right Hon Thomas Lord Coventre Lord Keeper of the Greater Seale Grant: This petition showeth that the Parsonage of Catworth in the County of Huntingdon is in your Lordships guiftes by reason of Symonye committed between Thomas Ekins patron and Joseph Wyborne Clerke His humble suit therefore is that your Lordship would be pleased to present the Petitioner thereunto by lapse and from (?) Symonye and he shall dayly pray for your honours &c £17.16.10 <value of living> Witnesses: Examined Thos Coventry Remarks: paper

30 Aug 1638

Catworth 11 Presentation Royal to Rectory Grantor: The King Grantee: To William Archbishop of Canterbury, Primate &c Grant: To William Archbishop to whom all kind of jurisdiction over the Bishopric of Lincoln now belongs by reason of his sus-pension from all Episcopal jurisdiction. As the presentation to the Rectory of Catworth has lapsed to us by reason of an Act of Simony committed about the same, we present to that Rectory our beloved in Christ Anthony Akerod, clerk, M.A and require you as far we may admit him &c Teste me-ipse apud Canbury (as above) Remarks: paper

30 Aug 1638 (copy 19 Nov 1638)

Catworth 12 Admission to Living Grant: Admission, To the Parish Church of Catworth magna, Co Huntingdon, Anthony Akerod, clerk M.A, to the Rectory, Dioc Lincoln, after signing the necessary papers The papers follow Y. 20-38 cf. Y. 17

10 Sep 1638

Remarks: paper

Catworth 13 Decree of Commonwealth (in full) The Committee for Plundered Ministers Grant: Whereas the Rectory of the Parish Church of Catworth magna in the county of Huntingdon is and standeth sequestered from Mr Akerod, it is ordered that the said Rectory shall henceforth stand sequestered to the use of Stephen Anderson, a godly orthodox divine and that he do, from henceforth officiate the case of the said Church as Rector & preach diligently to the parishioners there, and that he shall have for his paines therein, the Parsonage house and gleab lands and all the tythes, Rents, duties and profitts whatsoever of the said Rectory till further order shall be taken in the premises and all person or persons are required quietly to permit the said Mr Anderson to officiate the said case and to enter, possess, and enjoy the said house and gleab=landes and to have leisure and take to his owner use all the tythes, Rents, duties and profitts whatsoever of the said Rectory as they will answer the conrary at their preill (a true copy Examined mch 16. 1658 John Philpes Remarks: paper

29 Oct 1651

Catworth 14 Grant of Advowson Grantor: Thomas Ekins of Biall Fenns, par of Witeham, site of Ely Gent= Grantee: John Halsey of Lincolns Inn and James Coursey of same Gentlemen Grant: J.E for good causes moving him, gives and grants to J.H & J.C and their heirs, the Advowson, Donation, Nomination &c of the Rectory or parsonage and parish Church of Great Catworth, Co Huntingdon with the rights, members and appurtenances thereof, to Hold for cuermore - Warrantly - Sealing Clause Remarks: paper

23 Jun 1660

Catworth 15 Mortgage of advowson Grantor: Thomas Ekins of Rands Co. Northampton Grantee: Obediah Coych of Easton Huntingdon Grant: in consideration of the sum of £20 paid to him by Oba-diah Coysh receipt acknowledged herein, J.E has given granted bargained and sold the advowson Rectory and Church of Catworth and the Advowson gift and free disposition and right of patronage. Mutial agreements and Sealing Clause Signed Thomas Ekines 31* is a conterpart of this, seal broken Signed O. Coysh Seal: 1 31 one, paper covered, indistinct Remarks: Pt 26" x 14" (follows 32)

1 May 1662

Catworth 16 Grant of advowson Grantor: Obediah Coysh of Easton Co. Huntingdon

20 Jun 1663

Grantee: John Halsey of Lincoln son of James Coursey of name -- Gentlemen Grant: Thomas Ekings of Rands, Northamts, on May 1 1662 (cf. Y. 31) sold to O.C the advowson &c of Catworth. The consideration money not being yet paid O.C for £25 makes over the advowson to J.H and J.C &c ii The receipt by O.C of £25 from J.H and J.C by the hands of Rd: Weaver of Huntingdon Signed O. Coyshe Remarks: Pt 27" x 18" ii is paper

Catworth 17 Agreement of Two parts betw: Thomas Ekins of Raunds, Northants Grantee: John Halsey & another as in last One of them (J.H & J.C) or both stand seised of the advowson of Great Catworth &c and J.H has already lent several small sums to J.E and satisfied O. Coyshe with £25, J.H is now willing to lay down £30 or thereabouts towards a farther payment of J.E's debts and allow him £10 yearly towards his maintenance until the advowson of Catworth Church is sold. To this J.E assents and quitclaims to them all his right, title and interest in the advowson &c. They will provide for the yearly £10 to him, and at his death to two others his daughter Anne and her husband . Thomas Rickson, out of the money which the advowson is sold for. Signed J.E Seal: a fleur de lis ival Remarks: Pt 22 1/2" x 19"

7 Jun 1664

Catworth 18 Abstract of Title Deeds to Catworth from Jan:1597 to 23 June xxx followed by a description of the Houses and the Tithes (Thithe of milk, every tenth night) Worth about £200 finely situated within 12 miles of Cambridge with some notes <by Dr Yale> Remarks: paper

c. 1672

Catworth 19 Agreement of Two parts Grantor: James Coursey, John Franklin Exor of Sir John Halsey Knt:, John Puddifoot of Gaddesdon and Anne Ritson of Redborne, widow Grantee: William Cotton of Harpenden, Herts & Franis King of Hemel-Hempstead --Gent Grant: Reheases the Deed (Y. 32) giving the advowson to the first party. Also Y. 34 the Final agreement naming Anne Rickson <Rixon> (or Ritson. James C. has since become sole owner of the advowson. Now he for good causes and by the direction of J.P and Anne Rickson, gives and grants to the 2nd party, the Advowson, Donation &c of Great Cathworth to their onelie use, but with the proviso that they may sell the same with

23 Jan 1672

passable speed and pay off the moneys mentioned <in Y. 34> as far as possible. The 1st party guatantee quiet possession. Witnesses: Signed by the first party as above Seals: four, two use fleur de lis, ii doubtful iv a head Remarks: Pt 25" x 20"

Catworth 20 Will Grantor: of Thomas Ekyns Grant: J.E of Raunds Co: Northampton yeoman (son of Thomas E late of Halliwell, Co: Hunts and Anne his wife) wills his body to be buried in the Church or Churchyard of Raunds - bequeaths to his brother Edmund his interest in the Manor Advowson and Rectory of Great Catworth in as full and ample manner as he received it of his Father and Mother in his will - £10 to Anne Rixon, to others some legacies of £10 if so much can be raised out of the Manor, advowson &c. If the estate is deficient then his Brother and Executor to be excused the paying of the legacies named. Signed and sealed by J.E Witnesses: four Seal: a single rose, of 6 petals Remarks: paper

12 Apr 1675

Catworth 21 Abstract of Title to Advowson Four copies, one with Edmund Saunders' legal opinion in which he regards everything as satisfactory except the Ekyns period 1634-1663 but the purchases can be secured by reasonable covenants. It includes the pesentations Remarks 4 paper

c. 1676

Catworth 22 Transfer of advowson Grantor: Thomas Halsey as before. John Puddiford John Floyd Edmund Ekins & John Weedon Grantee: Thos Yates DD the Principal &c of Brazenose Grant: By Indenture, same date, the same parties sold to the College the advowson &c of Great Catworth, Hunts. Their Deed defines the duties of each party, and all attest that they will assist the College in maintaining its rights against any party or parties seeking to dispossess them Remarks: Pt 27" x 23"

12 May 1676

Catworth 23 Conveyance of advowson Grantor: William Cotton of Harpeden, Fran: King of Hemelhampst, Thos: Halsey of Grt Gadden, Sir John Frankland & others Grantee: Thomas Yates DD, Principal of &c x the Leholars of the same Grant: Daniel Greenwoood D.D left by his will to B.N.C £400 to the bestowed for the benefit of the College as in the will itself. The first party for £325 art of this £400, paid them by the College and herein acknowledged, baragin, sell and con-firm to them the advowson, Donation and Nomination &c of the Rectory &c with all its rights, members &c as granted to W.C and F.K to have and to hold

12 May 1676

unto the use of the College - To enjoy peaceable possession and use. Further deeds of assu-rance, if required, promised by the Grantors. Sealing clause. Witnesses: Signed by 10 parties Seals: 10, paper covered (were 12) Remarks: Pt 24" x 15"

Catworth 24 Legal opinion upon a caveat The College presented their clerk to a Living <Catworth> and with the Presentation a Caveat is lodged against anyone being admitted unless with the permission of Thomas Rixon at the sign of the White House in Drury Lane, Long Acre - dated 17. Dec. This Thomas Rickeson is said to be the son of Anne Rixon (Y.34) and claims through his mother Anne The College document, Y.34, shows that she had no interest in the advowson, only in the proceeds of its sale. Advice - The College need not trouble to find out all the Drury Lanes, or White Houses, as he is out of the Diocese of London, his giving no sufficient address is fatal to his claim. None will be made, and the Bishop may institute the clerk.

(undated) c. 1703

Catworth 25 Letter From James, Bishop of Lincoln Regarding the presentation of the first Rector <ie by the college> a Mr Beconsell, the Bishop thinks it better for Mr B to come to Buckden, and thence he can go to the archdeacon's office, for Induction. The Bishop promises a further letter on the College matter <not stated what one> Remarks: paper

22 Feb 1704

Catworth 26 Act of Parliament Inclosure of Little Catworth, Co Huntingdon. George Duke of Manchester has the manerial rights. Philip Cox, Prebendary of Long Stow has the great and small Tythes, Thomas Read a minor now leases them. The Principal & Scholars of B.N.C have the advowson, Right of Patronage &c of the Parish Church.

1780

Catworth 27 Act of Parl Enclosure Grant: An act for the enclosing of the lands in Great Catworth, counties of Huntingdon and Northampton. Remarks: paper

1795

Catworth 28 Letters Purchase of 2. Closes Grantor: Revd J. Evandon The Rectory Great Catworth To The Bursar of B.N. College (Rev. Mr Trench) A 3rd Nov. 1812 about validity of title - what he has done, directions about addressing parcels to him B 6 Nov. 1812 Corrects the name of the Inn where his coach puts up at Oxford - no corn-rent upon the 2 closes, they are much coveted by neighbours

3 Nov 1812 to 18 Nov 1812

C 10 Nov. 1812. Urges the question of having the two closes free of a corn-rent, begs to know the opinion of the Fellows. D 18 Nov 1812. Is waiting for a reply, the present owner is named in the Enclosure Act, as having to pay a corn-rent, it will be correct to abide by the act of Parliament. Seal: Shield, 3 cups with covers, a helm and crest above, an arm mailed. Remarks: paper

Catworth 29 Plan of Past of Grt Catworth Showing the position of two grounds now sold to the Rector, area 5a. 2r. 37p(h?). Remarks: paper

c. 1812

Catworth 30 Conveyance of Land Grantee: I. William Day of St Neots, Huntingdonshire - Rev. David Lewis of Kimbolton & William Ladds. II. Samuel Blencowe of Marston Northampton. III. The Principal & Scholars of Brasenose. IV. Thomas Henry Taunton Grant: A. It was agreed that the land to be appointed by the Enclosure Com-missioners of Great Catworth, Huntingdonshire, should stand charged to S.B S.B now consents that W.D, D. I and W.L in consideration of 5 paid to them by the Principal and Scholars may sell the fee simple of those lands. S.B witnesses that J.H.J has paid him 5s for which he sells and assigns to him the 5a. 2r. 37 poles for the remainder of a Term of 500 years. B. A memorandum about the same land, a tax of 6s upon it. Letter of Thomas Evanson to the Bursar Remarks: A 3 Sheets Parch 30 1/2" x 22 1/2" B paper

15 Jun 1813

Catworth 31 Assignment of Estate Grantor: I. Jacob Cunnington of Great Catworth. II. Wm Beesley of same (but in Co. Hunts) Grantee: III. Josepth Barnaby. IV. Revd Thomas Evanson, both of Great Catsw. Grant: By an Indenture of 2 July 1816, lease & release took place between George Ekins, Martin Arusby, Eliz'th Ekins, John Mousley, Jacob Cn. & Thomas Pashe of all the messuage Tenement or Grange, Plot &c in Great Catworth (northants) to the use of J.C with remainder to the use of J. Pashe. By a second 15 Apr 1825 between J.C & W.B in which W.B pays £270 to J.C, W.B has the land assigned to him for 500 years. J.C has not wholly paid the interest and principal but only £116 of it Now Thomas Evanson agrees to pay £116 to W.B and £4 extra to J.C. W.B surrenders the Estate and his Term and J.E has it fully assigned to him. At the end is a list of the Indentures mentioned as part of the bargain Enclosed is a Lease for 1 year to facilitate possession Remarks: Two 10" x 24 1/2"

29 May 1830

One 24" x 15 1/2"

Vol. 5 Carlton Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Carlton, Leicestershire

Carlton 1 Grant House & Land Carlton Grantor: Thebaldus de Rede, miles of Adlokeston <?allexton> Grantee: Richard Mannsel of Trilington and Dionisia his wife Grant: of his capital messuage, with appurtenances in Carlton Curdy <now ? Curliew> and all his land in the field of Carlton - for life - at an annual rent of 4 marks of silver and 2s 8s at the two terms of the year ie at the purification of Saint Marie 2 marks and 16 d, and on the feast of St Peter ad vincula, two marks and 16d, for all services, demands &c - Warranty - sealed conjointly <no second seal> Given at Adlokeston on the Saturday in the eve of all Saints, as above Witnesses: Robert of Medburne in Carlton, W. de Medburne, Simon of Weston, John of Lyon, Robert of Wellton and others. Seal: Indented at upper margin, small notches. Seal, small, white, illegible Remarks: Pt. 8" x 4 1/2"

31 Oct 1310

Vol. 5 Chadlington

Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Chadlington, Oxfordshire

Chadlington 1 Grant of Land [Listed in a deed of Henry III - see Monasticon Anglicanum Vol 6 pt 1 p 421 no 4] Grantor: Robert Belet Grantee: The Hospital of Norton Grant: R.B for the soul of his mother, gives with his body, to the Canons of the hospital of Norton, half a virgate of land (10-15 acres) in the ville of Chadellinton, that which William Chifie once held. Witnesses: The Abbot of Bruern, Magister M. Belet, R. Canon of Sipton, Wm. dean of Sipton, W. of Chadellinton, miles; Gilbert Morin, Richard de Gardins and many others. Seal: White seal, no yellow face, bad impression, circular 1 3/8" diam a fleur de lis on an arc xxxx RG xxx Remarks: parchment 6 1/4" x 2 1/4"

Pre-1228

Chadlington 2 Grant of a Rent Grantor: Sir Walter de Wahull

1320

Grantee: The Church of Colde Norton Grant: W. de W miles grants for his soul's sale and of others Two shillings of yearly rent from the land of Brech in the field of Chadelinton which the Canons used to pay him. Clause of warranty and of sealing. Witnesses: Alexander daundevil, Roger Bardulf de Cesterton, John Golafre, Walter de Cerceden, Robert de Bradenestan, William de Colunce, William de Canewell (?) and others. Seal: Seal, brown wax backed up with green, a star over a crescent. 1" diam Remarks: parchment 7" x 41/2"

Chadlington 3 Grant of a House Grantor: Walter de Pridinton and Margaret his wife Grantee: The Canons of Colde Norton Grahnt: W de P and his wife, daughter of Walter de Wahulle, grant vc to God, to blessed Mary &c the house of Dns Walter de Wahulle the father of his wife, of 2s rent, which the Convent used to pay him at Michaelmas, the tenement being called Le Breche in Chadelinton in perpetual alms. Clause of warranty. (one i is dotted) Witnesses: John Golafse, Roger de Merlawe, Jogn de Hifhide, Richard de Dene, Richard Wale, Walter de Cerceden, Richard de Chopton, Roger de Brasdestan, Nicholas de Gardins, William de Colunce, William de Bornevelle, Richard fil alani de Norton and others Seal: Seal, green wax pretty - woman seated (? with open letter) Remarks: parchment 8 3/4" x 4"

? early 1320

Chadlington 4 Grant of Land Grantor: William son of Walter de Chadelinton Grantee: Herebest of Chadelinton Grant: W de Ch grants to H for his homage and service, five acres in Chadelinton, 1 1/2 of which extend in Hancewelle, stad, 1/2 acre extends in Venehemegrondeholle in the east field and 2 acres lie beyond Shoe-cestden(?) in the west field an 1 ac in Junfurlong making for the manse near Rd. Neuhemars -- annual rent of 6 d at Easter. Cleause of warranty and sealing. Witnesses: Walter de Chadelinton, & Peter, Chaplains of Eseot, Nicholas de Nouers, Roger Gualfre, Simon of Wahulle, Robert of Midleton, Gilbert Moryn, Savar of Walecot, Walter of Preston, Galfrid marescall (the Father), Galfrid of Wesrerid, Rande son of Roger, Reginald son of Robert, Richard of Mohince, and very many others. Seal: Seal gone Remarks: parchment 5 3/4" x 3"

1325

Chadlington 5 Grant of Land [listed in a deed of Henry III - see Monasticon Anglcanum vol. 6. pt. 1 p421 no 4]

Pre-1228

Grantor: William son of Walter de Chadelintune Grantee: The Canons of Colde Norton Grant: W son of W grants to God, to St Mary &c ... of Nortune, 12 acres of his land upon aldedune, reaching towards glime, 8 of which he had by his father's gift paying 6 d per annum for them to the Canons. This he has now quitclaimed to them. Clauses of warranty promising other lands in exchange for such as he cannot give warrant for. Witnesses: Nicholas de Noers, Gilbert mori <on>, Robert del gardin, Lavaric de Walechate, fillip taillard, Herbert de Chadelintune, Walter de Prestune and many others. Seal: Seal, white wax, yellow glazing, a fleur de lis within a circle (Two Es defective) Remarks: parchment 7" x 4 1/4"

Chadlington 6 Grant of Land Grantor: John de la Warre Grantee: Calde Norton priory and the Canons Grant: J. de la W. gives pure alms &cf to God, to the Church &c all his land at the Breht of Chadelintone which he had of Robert de Cerceden lying between the field of Norton and the field of Cercell, the Canons to pay a rent to Dns R. de Cerceden of 3s at the 3 terms of the year vig. St Michael's, St Mary's in March, and the Nativity of St John. Clause of warranty. Witnesses: D.S Bardulf de Cercedon, Nicholas de Nowers, Roger Golafre, Robert of Cercedene, Robert of Bradenestan, Robert le mire, Richard le clerk of Norton, Robert Makeblies and others. Seal: Seal circular, green wax, 7/8", ornamental fluer de lis (last word compressed) Remarks: parchment 9 1/4" x 3 1/4"

1350

Chadlington 7 Grant of Land &c Grantor: Robertus de Cercedene Grantee: John de Warra(?) Grant: R. de C gives and confirms to J de B. for his homage & service all his land at Brech of Chadelinton between the field of Norton and the field of Cercell, for 3s rent at the three terms of the year. For this grant John gave him 12 marcs beforehand. Clause of warranty and sealing. Witnesses: Dns Nicholas de Nodareis, Roger Golafer, Hugo the herman(?) (franklin) of Cer-ceden, Robert of Bradenestan, William the heir of Chadelinton; John, the the bailiff of Norton, Richard Trut, Hugh son of Richard de Norton, Robert & Henry Wale, Richard the clerk, Walter draper, Robert Makebliss and many others Seal: Seal vesica shaped. Legend. 1 1/8" x 5/8" Remarks: Parchment 8" x 4 1/8"

1350

Chadlington 8 Grant of Land &c Grantor: Williamde Chadelintun son of Walter de Chad: Grantee: Canons of St Mary and St John of Norton

c. 1400

Grant: W. de C. grants &c to Coldenorton Priory 10 a of land upon aldedune reaching to Glime 8 of which they held of his father by his gift and paid 6 d per annum, for which he had quit-claimed to them. Moreover he gives them 2a more in the same field for his soul, his father's, mother's, ancestors' and successors(?) Clause of warranty and sealing. Witnesses: Robert of Bellocampe, William the Deacon of Seipton, Robert the chaplain of Norton, Stephen of Walecote, Gilebert Mosen, Robert de Gardins, William White, Gilebert tailard, Walter de Chadlinton, and Randulf his brother. Remarks: Beautiful writing - seal gone parchment 7 1/4" x 2 1/2"

Chadlington 9 Lease of Land Grantor: John Walle, Prior of Coldenorton County Oxon, & the Convent Grantee: Thomas Ossebaldeston of Chadlyngton Gentleman Grant: of a parcell of land called the Canonbreche with the appurter-nances lying in Chadlyngton a fore seid for 80 yeres, yielding 6s money at the two usual feasts of the yere. If the rent is in arrears one month, the priory may re-enter to distain. Clause of warranty. The Priory, have put 'thase compn Seale athe Coldenorton a fore seid in the Chapter house of the seid priory and Covent" Seal torn off, no signatures Remarks: Seal lost parchment 10" x 7 1/2"

12 Feb 1486

Chadlington 10 Grant of Land Grantor: John de la Clarre(?) Grantee: To God and the Church of bl: John the Evangel of Calde Norton and the Canons there Grant: for his soul's good and his ancestors' and successors'. all his land at Brehe(!) at Chadlinton which he had by the grant of Robert de Cartdene... as in 248 = to 'exit' Warranty Sealing clause Nothing more. ? an unfinished copy Remarks: Pt 9" x 4 1/2"

?1490

Chadlington 11 Quit claim to rent Grantor: Walter de Carceden (sartden) son of Robert de Carceden Grantee: Same as 249 To a rent of 3 shillings from the monastery of Colde Norton arrising from the same lands, paid annually to the Lord Walter de Bahull, former possessors quoted - warranty Remarks: Pt 12" x 3"

c. 1490

Chadlington 12 Quitclaim to rent Grantor: Dominus East of Cahull

c. 1490

Grantee: God and the Church &c at Colde Norton Grant: for his soul's health and that of argentilla his wife, of his anhcestors' and heirs and in pure and perpetual alms; - 2 shillings of annual rent which used to be paid to the abbey for the entire land of the Brech in the field of Chadlinton, wh: it holds in our food: warranty: sealing clause "festibus &c" Remarks: Pt 12" x 2 3/4"

Chadlington 13 Quitclaim in a rent Grantor: Walter de Prydynton of xxx and Margaret his wife, daughter of Sir Walter of Bahull Grantee: Same as 250 for his soul's health, Margaret his wife's &c, and in pure and free alms, 2s of annual rent which were formerly paid at Michaelmas for the tenement called le Breche of the fee of Walter de Wahull (Bahull): warranty: sealing clause Remarks: Ends the 5 Pt 12" x 2 1/2"

c. 1490

Chadlington 14 Grant of Land Grantor: Robert de Cartdene Grantee: Jogn de Barra of Cheppyngnorton Grant: for his homage and service, all his land at Brech of Chadlinton between the field of Norton and of Certell, with all belongings, liberties & easements in meadows and pastures in ways and paths, in all things and places, with free entry and exit. Rent 3s sterling at 3 seasons of the year, vis: St Michael's, The Annunciation and St John's day. John gave R for this conecession 12 marks. Warranty J to do all attendances at... hundreds and courts, services and suits. Sealing clause, nothing else, 2 very incomplete copies, all in the same handwriting. Remarks: 5 of them Pt 9" x 4 1/2"

c. 1490

Chadlington 15 Lease of Land Grantor: Mathewes Imy the Principal of the Kings Hall & College... Grantee: Edmonde Hasberson of Chadlington Gentleman Grant: 'The said Mathewe and Scholars have demised &c to E.H <for E.O> the ground called Canonsbrich lyeing in the fyeldes of Chadlington for 30 years, rent 3s 4d, at one term of the year, ie Michaelmas. If the rent is behynd by the space of 15th dayes' the College may re-enter and distrain upon the 'guds' of E.H, either on the tenement or elsewhere. Sealing Clause. No signature Witnesses: Indented at top edge by escallops Seal: Seal E.Q and some rough foliage Remarks: parchment 12 1/4" x 10"

30 Sep 1544

Chadlington 16 Grant of Land 19 Dec 1565

Grantor: Thomas Blanckarde Principal of the kinges Hall &c Grantee: Toberte Parkinsones of Chester, yeoman Grant: of their lands called ine screne or Canones Breche in the towne or Lordship of Chadlynton now occupied by John Osboston of Dean for 30 years, rent 3s 4d at Michaelmas - If in arrears 4 weeks the Principal and Scholars to 're-enter repossess and have againe in their primer estate'. The tenant to make a good tarrier within two years. Not signed Seal: Seal. a Roman head Remarks: Parchment 17" x 10 3/4"

Chadlington 17 Assignment of Lease Grantor: Robert Parteynson of Chester, yeoman Grantee: Wyllyam Gylbert late Esquire Bedell of Oxford Grant: Releases the Lease granted to him in 1565 and now in consideration of a certen somme of money received from John Osbaeton of Spellesburye, Co. Oxon, he has assigned his terme of that lease to W.G. Signed and sealed Wyllam gylbert Seal: seal, wafer R.H

8 Mar 1574

Chadlington 18 Lease of Land &c Grantor: Thomas Singleton Principall of the King's Hall &c Grantee: John Osboston of Chadlington Grant: of the Breche alias Canon's Breche now occupiued by J.O, for 21 years, rent 2s 3d, 1 pte of good wheat, 1 b: and 1/2 of good malte or money for the same &c. If in arrears for the space of fower weeks, the College may distain. Usual clauses. Signed John Osbaston Seal: Seal, a goat Remarks: parchment 15" x 8"

9 Nov 1586

Chadlington 19 Lease of Land Grantor: Thomas Singleton Principal of the King's Hall &c Grantee: William Trevrs of Chippingnorton, gentleman Grant: similar to last of the Breches Signed William Travis Seal: Seal. I.C coursely cut Remarks: parchment 16 1/2" x 8 1/2"

7 Jul 1600

Chadlington 20 Lease of Land Grantor:The right worshipful Samuel Radeclif D.D Principal vc Grantee: Edmund Travis of St Clements Danes in the Shand, Middlesex Grant: Same as 8.42, the breaches Signed Edm: Travis Seal: Seal. Imitation antique head. Remarks: parchment 23 1/2" x 7"

27 Oct 1628

Chadlington 21 Leases of Land 27 Oct 1628

Grantor: The right worshipful Samuel Radeclif D.D Principal vc Grantee: Edmund Travis of St Clements Danes as before Grant: Same as 8.42, the Breaches Signed Edm. Travis [the same as 8.44 but 8.44x is missing] Seal: Seal. Imitation antique head. Remarks: parchment 23 1/2" x 7"

Chadlington 22 Leases of Land Grantor: The Right worshipfull Samuel Radclif D.D. Principal &c Grantee: George Smyth of Broughton, Oxon gentleman Grant: Same as 8.42 after the corn-rents comes, according to an acte of Parliament made in the eighteenth yeare of the reigne of our late Sovereigne Ladie Queene Elizabeth of ffamous memorie instituted an acte for the mayntenance of the Colleges in both the Universities and also in Winchester and Eaton Signed George Smith (nibbled slightly in eight places) Seal: Seal, bad impression Remarks: parchment 19 1/2" x 8 1/2"

18 Jan 1630

Chadlington 23 Lease of Land Grantor: The Right worshipfull Samuel Radclif D.D. Principal &c Grantee: Simon Hathawaie of Chipping Norton mesers Grant: same as 8.42 the Breche... lately occupied by George Smyth - the act of parliament again quoted Signed Simon Hathaway Seal: Seal S.H with a roughly cut tree beteen the letters Remarks: Parchment 17" x 7"

14 Dec 1635

Chadlington 24 Lease of Land Grantor: The Right Worshipfull Samuel Radcliffe D.D. Principal &c Grantee: John Loggrnd of Ningham. Oxon gentleman Grant: in same words as 8.42. Clause about providing a Terrier by the testimony of Sixe honest people inhabitants in or near the Lord-ship not signed (nibbled in a few places) Seal: Seal, a cross made with the ends of the wards of a key - probably Remarks: parchment 19 1/4" x 10"

17 Dec 1639

Chadlington 25 Lease of Land Grantor: The Principall & Scholars of the King's Hall &c Grantee: i. William Cooper ii. Robert Cooper iii. Es-au Lanchberry yeomen Grant: Lease as in 8.42 Terrier clause Their marks Seal: 3 Seals, very small, deeply sunk, indistinct, one has R

14 Jan 1649

Remarks: parchment 19" x 11 1/4"

Chadlington 26 Lease of Land Grantor: Thomas Yate DD Principal of the King's Hall & Grantee: i. William Cooper ii. Esau Launchberry iii. Elias Gardner yeomen Grant: A. Similar to 8.42, the Breach - The Act of Elizabeth is again quoted - Terrier clause Marks of the three parties B. Bond of the same 3 parties for £20, in Latin (same marks used) Seal: Seals, i. a Sheep ii. a Fleur de lis iii. ? Remarks: A. Parchment 21 1/4" x 12 1/2" B " 11" x 6"

2 Jun 1664

Chadlington 27 Lease of Land Grantor: John Meare in a Principal of the Kings Hall &c Grantee: i. Richard Cooper ii. John Lanchbury iii. William Gardiner yeomen Grant: A. same as 8.42. The act of Elizabeth quoted, usual clauses Launchbury signs. R.C marks & W.G B. Bond of the three parties for £20 Signed by JL alone Witnesses: a Boaz Hodges is a witness (nibbled in 3 small holes) Seal: Seals to lease indistinct to the Bond, the moneyram of several Letters Remarks: A. Parchment 20 1/4" x 13 1/2" B. " 12 1/2" x 9"

30 Nov 1682

Chadlington 28 Lease of Land Grantor: Robert Shippen D.D. principal of the K's Hall &c Grantee: i. Decimus Cutler of Hinnington Warwick ii. William Launchbury iii. John Launchbury Grant: A. similar to 8.42. The act of £Elizabeth quoted, Clause about Rates & Taxes, and about Terrier Signed & sealed by the 3 parties above and also by Es-au Lanchbury who does not occur in the body of the Deed B. Bond of the 4 parties £20, which all sign Seal: A. 4 seals, a head B. 4 seals a Lion Remarks: A. parchment 23" x 15 3/4" B. paper f'cap

2 Apr 1716

Chadlington 29 Terriar Grant: The Breach and Canons Breach, West of Chadlington named and boundaries given but no acreage. One item only. Witnesses: six Seal: six, each a stag couchant Remarks: Pt 15" x 4 1/2"

1 Jun 1716

Chadlington 30 Lease of Land Grantor: Robert Shippen DD principal of the King's Hall Grantee: i. Decimus Slatler of Hininton, Warw ii. William Launchbury iii. John Launchbury

1 Apr 1723

Grant: A. similar to 8.42 act of Elizabeth is referred to. Clause about Tenant paying Rates and Taxes, about Terrier, non assignment of Lease Signed as above B. Bond by same 3 parties for £40 same Seal: 6 seals. - stag's head as crest Remarks: A. Parchment 25" x 16" B. Paper -

Chadlington 31 Lease of Land Grantor: The Principall & Scholars of the Kinges Hall Grantee: John Barnes of Chadlington yeoman Grant: similar to 8.42. Quotes the title of Elizabeth's act (18th yr) Clause about arrears, about Terrier, and Sealing Signed John Barnes No Bond Seal: Seal, an antique head Remarks: parchment 24" x 11"

1 Apr 1749

Chadlington 32 Terriers Grant: of Chadlington about 1759 (in pieces) of Cold Norton ?1700 - by cross references to new press mark 32 x of Pinckneys ?1700 - by cross references to new press mark 32 x of Kidlington ?1820 - by cross references to new press mark 32 x

1700, 1759, 1820

Chadlington 33 Counterpart of Lease Grantor: The Principal and Scholars Brasen Nose Grantee: John Barnes of Chadlington, oxon yeoman Grant: of the Lane called the Breach or Cannon's Breach in Chadlington to hold from the annunciation last past for 21 years. Rent 2s 3d money 1 pk of wheat, 1 1/2 bu Malt (The act of Elizabeth appealed to) in two mointius, dishaint to take place after 28 days arrears. Tenant to pay all taxes, levies, rates &c. Terrier to be supplied within the year. Assignment without special licence to break the covenant Witnesses: Signed by f 13 Remarks: Paper

1 Apr 1784

Vol. 5 Charlbury Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Charlbury, Oxfordshire

Charlbury 1 Quitclaim Grantor: Robert Bracy of Cherlton & Matilda his wife Grantee: Robert, dealer in Skins (fellmonger) of Cettebury (?) & wife of all right which he had or may have &c in two acres of arable land which they demised to Robert and his wife for their lives so that we shall not be able to demand any part of them in any way.

c. 12 Mar 1319

Given at Cettebury. thedn next after feast of St. Gregory (? Pope) Witnesses: John Hikks, William De Boywell smith, John Hereward, Richard Bither, William called Le Grove and others. Seal: both gone Remarks: Pt 9 1/2" x 3 1/2"

Vol. 5 Chalford Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Chalford, Gloucestershire

Chalford 1 Grant of Rent Grantor: Robert de Brok son of John of Chaleford Grantee: Roger son of Robert de Bradenestan Grant: R.d.B. grants and confirms to Robert of B for his homage & service an annual rent of 10s in Chaleford with wards, reliefs, excheats &c that which he had by a gift from his father, arising from a fuller's mill, which Roger the fuller holds of him by reason of his wife Emma. Clause of warranty and of sealing. Witnesses: Dns Bardulph de Cestreton, Walter de Wahulle, knights; Reginald of Wantone, William of Colunce, Walter of Nortone, Robert of Sosecot, John de la Le of Norton, Roger de Dadeford, Radulph de Dyehele, Radulph de Gardins and others Seal: has had a seal tied in flax bag - all gone Remarks: parchment 8 1/4" x 4 1/2"

c. 1330

Chalford 2 Quiteclaim & Grant of Tenement Grantor: Thomas the son of Reginald of Chaleford Grantee: Robert of Bradenestan and wife Grant: for their homage and service, of all his rights and title in a tenement which Radulph de Caheford formerly held in the same village, viz in the fourth part of a irigate of land with ap-purtenances, rent 1/2d a year at Easter for all services demands customs &c. Warranty. Sealing clause Witnesses: Drs Walter pore of Northon, Robert de Broo, Radulph de Ditecheley, William de Colverte, Ralph de gardins, Roger de Radford, John Blour and others. yellow Seal: gone Remarks: endorsed Chaldeford Pt. 7" x 3 1/4"

undated (c. 1330)

Chalford 3 Grant of rent of 10s Grantor: Robert de Bradenestan son of Rob. de B. Grantee: Elye le Butiler of Chalford Grant: R. de Br. grants and confirms to Elye le Butiler of Foxote 10s rent in Chalford which Roger the fuller of Chalford occupies for him. Rent reserved a rose at the feast of St. John the baptist. Clause of warranty and of sealing

c. 1340

Witnesses: William de Coulans (?), William of Cornewelle, Laurence of Dicheley, Roger de Gardins, Radulph de Radeford, Richard aubin & many others. Seal: seal gone Remarks: (3.129 - 32 were tied together)

Chalford 4 Grant of a Rent Grantor: Elyas le Butyller of Foxcote Grantee: Calde Norton Grant: E. le B grants and confirms to God and to the Church of blessed Mary and blessed John the Apost: and Evang. &c 10s annual rent in Chalkford, which Rogger the fullur holds of him in Chalkford Clause of warranty and of sealing. Witnesses: William de Colunns, William de Cornwelle, Henry de Digchele, Roger de Gardins, Rodulph de Radeford, Richard Aubun, John Alewy and others Seal: seal gone Remarks: parchment, brittle 9 3/4" x 1 7/8"

c. 1346

Chalford 5 Grant of a Rent Grantor: Richared Chocke miles, and Thomas Cornish, clerk Grantee: John Staunton prior of Coldenorton Grant: R.C justiciar of the King in Banco and J.C grant to the Prior of Coldenorton, to the convent there and their successors, a rent of 6s and in 3 meadows of theirs in Querchalforde and Netherchalforde, Co. Oxon. Right of entry granted if in arrears. Seal: 2 seals i. broken, small ?swan ii. ? half gone Remarks: Parchment 11" x 6 1/4"

24 Nov 1482

Vol. 5 Chalgrove Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Chalgrove, Oxfordshire

Chalgrove 1 Receipt Grantor: by John Coche, chaplain Grantee: to John Robyn farmers of the church of Chalgrove Grant: Received as payment of the Deacon of St Michael the arch-angel 26s 8d. Given at Wallingford (Probably a stray document) Witnesses: None Seal: Seal, a trifle remains - brittle Remarks: Pt

10 Oct 1451

Vol. 5 Chapel House

Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Chapel House (Cold Norton), Oxfordshire

Chapel House 1 Lease of House &c Grantor: John Ingram of Beudley, Worcester, Gentleman Grantee: Thomas Kirby of Chappel on the Heath. Oxon, Innholder Grant: demise and lease of a messuage or Tenement and Inn wherein T.K now dwells with stables, outbuildings &c, Bowling Green and a Close of about 4a with Commons for 2 cows part of the 19 belonging to the Priory of Cold Norton. Oaks, ashes &c reserved; for 20 years, Rent £20. Assigning or over-making not allowed unless by special license &c. Signed J.I Condition: good almost perfect Remarks: Pt 27 1/2" x 18 1/2" (13 to theset)

25 Sep 1760

Chapel House 2 Agreement to Lease Grantor: Francis Ingram as before Grantee: Thomas Kirby as before Grant: The Agreement to lease the Inn &c for consideration of £600, license having been obtained. Description as before Signed & sealed by J.I Seal: much pressed Remarks: Pt 27" x 18"

20 Aug 1778

Chapel House 3 Counterpart of Lease Grantor: Francis Ingram Esq of the Inner Temple London Grantee: Thomas Kirby of Chapel House as last The College, 1 Apr. 1774 leased the premises as described to F.I who has agreed to assign it to J.K who is to pay £600 to F.I who engages to assign and sub-lease it to J.K. 5s to be paid by new Tenant to B.N.C annually as his share of reserved rents. Signed & sealed Tho. Kerby Remarks: Pt 27" x 18 1/2"

20 Aug 1778

Chapel House 4 Leave to assign Grantor: The Principal and Scholars of the King's Hall and College of Brasen Nose in Oxford Grantee: Thomas Kerby Grant: refers to Lease by the Coll to J.K dated 2 April 1781 under the provisio about assignment. J.K has now permission granted to him to assign any part of the said premises to Richard Wootton of Oxford, Gentleman, during the remainder of his 21 years. Seal: of the College Remarks: Pt 21" x 15"

19 Jun 1783

Chapel House 5 Assignment to Mortgage Grantor: Thomas Kerby Grantee: Richard Wootton of Oxford, Gentleman Grant: Assignment of the Estate called Chapel on the Heath in Mortgage to R.W for £800 at 5% Interest

24 June 1783

Remarks: Three 30" x 23"

Chapel House 6 Lease of Inn &c Grantor: The Principal and Brase-Nose Grantee: Thomas Kerby as before Grant: of the Chapel on the Heath, being part of the Priory of Cold Norton (described) having on the East side thereof next the garden 3 pastures and Lodging Rooms and other offices over the same containing 8 bays of buildings, also another pastour adjoining with passage rooms over, occupying 3 bays of building and a parlour adjoining to the last called the Bar or Large Kitchen and one other parlour above the last occupying 8 bays of building with out-offices &c. For 21 years, 5s rent, repairing clause fences &c Not to assign without special license "The old Lease is delivered up" Seal: of the College, paper faced Remarks: Pt 26" x 18"

1 Apr 1788

Chapel House 7 Assignment on Mortgage Grantor: Thomas Kerby Grantee: John Bathin of Oxford, cook, Executor of Richard Wooton Grant: refers to a Lease by the College dated 1 Apr 1788. For the consideration of £800 being the same as mentioned in the assignment of 24 June 1783. J.K assigns the lease for the remainder of his Term, Rate 5% If the £800 and interest are not paid at the date arranged, J.K engages to procure another lease unto John Bathen Remarks: Two. 29 1/2" x 22 1/2"

5 Dec 1788

Chapel House 8 Probate of Will Grantor: of Thomas Kerby of Chapel House Grant: He leaves all his property to Michael Corgan of Enstone to pay all his debts, financial expenses, and several small legacies, the residence to go to certain relatives, among whom occurs the wife of Mr Salmon of Water Eaton Remarks: Pt 24" x 18"

21 Apr 1790

Chapel House 9 (copy) Confirmation of a Will Grantor: John Kerby of Stafford Street, Hanover Square Grantee: Michael Corgan of Enstone and others Grant: Rehearses the will of Thomas Kerby of Chapel on the Heath, over Norton. The will has been proved, the testator has died and now J.N for the consideration of 10s paid him and to avoid proceedings in Chaucery and also to cofirm the will of Thomas Kerby now ratifies and confirms every clause and bequest in that will made on a certain day. Remarks: paper

23 Jul 1791

Chapel House 10 License of Alienation Grantor: The Principal and Scholars ... ... Brasen Nose Grantee: Michael Corgan, Jogn Witts, Joseph Brookes Exon of Thos Kerby

1 Aug 1791

Grant: Refers to Lease dated 1 April 1788 to Thomas Kerby, full description of House &c. He has since died leaving Executors as above. To these the College grants special license of alie nation of part or whole to Thomas Rackstrow, Inn holders, James Shrubb of Nenson and James Nicholls of Woodstock, Inn holders. Seal: of College, paper faced, poor impression Remarks: Pt 23" x 16 1/2"

Chapel House 11 Assignment of lease Grantor: The Devicees and Executor of William and Thomas Kerby Grantee: Thomas Rackstrow, James Shrub and James Nicholls Grant: T.R and the two others have purchased this Term of Lease with other property adjoining for £7187. Twelve people interested in the Estate of the late T.K assign the Lease seal and attest this document Seal: Twelves, the same head Remarks: Four 27" x 24"

17 Aug 1791

Chapel House 12 Assignment on Mortgage Grantor: Thomas Rackstrow and others Grantee: Michael Corgan Rehearses the several deeds preceding, but the property is now newly enclosed and called part of the parish of Chipping Norton; the new allotments are fully described and the whole is now mortgaged for £600 and £300, redeemable on or before the 17th of February 1792. Signed by M.C Seal: Seal, a head Remarks: Pt 4/ 27 1/4" x 23 3/4

17 Aug 1791

Chapel House 13 Conveyance of Estate Grantor: i. Arabella Cross of Woodstock ii. Michael Corgan mortgagor Grantee: iii. Devisees of Thos Kerby's will iv. John Kerby Grant: A.C is paid £300 by Thomas Rackstrow and others and assigns to them all her claim in the mortgaged property. M.C is paud £160 and £5287 by J.R and the Devisees. The Devisees a paid £7187 by J.K's direction Thomas Rackstrow, James Shrub and James Nichols have the property assigned to them (beautifuuly written but not a very intelligable document) Remarks: paper

17 Aug 1791

Chapel House 14 Assignment on Mortgage Grantor: Thomas Arckstrow(?) of Oxford, James Shrub of Benson & Jas Nicholls of Woodstock Grantee: Michael Corgan of Broadstone Hall, Enstone Grant: Rehearses several earlier documents. Assigns the Estate to M.C for remainder of the term of 21 years redeemable at £6000 plus the growing interest Remarks: Four 27 1/2" x 23 1/2"

17 Aug 1791

Chapel House 15 Assignment on Mortgage Grantor: Thomas Rackstow, James Shrub, James Nichols, as before, Inn holders Grantee: Michael Corgan, John Will of Over Norton, Joseph Brookes as before Grant: for the Consideration of £800 they assign the remaining part of their 21 years' term to M.C and others: redeemable by paying the £800 with interest accruing. Remarks: Four 28"x23 1/2"

19 Aug 1791

Chapel House 16 Assignment to secure interest in Funds Grantor: i. Michael Cogan ii. Thomas Rackstrow and others Grantee: iii. Joseph Shepherd A. Rehearses the former Deeds regarding the Chapel House property. Now M.C at the request of T.R, James Shrub and Thomas Nickols for the consideration of £2400 paid by J.S assigns the estate to him and agrees to invest the money in Five-per-cent Consols to bring in the annual interest required by a will. M.C for the consideration of 5 shillings paid him by J.S quitclaims his rights and the others similarly. The mortgage can be taken off by the payment of £2400, with the interest at 5 per-cent added, on 10 April 1795. B. 9 Oct 1794, same parties, Lease for a year to convert use into possession. Seal: 8 seals - all pressed - Heads Remarks: Pt 34"x25 1/2" 24"x16"

10 Oct 1794

Chapel House 17 Assignment of Lease Grantor: Thomas Rackstrow, James Shrub, James Nichols as before, Innholders Grantee: Joseph Sheppard of Witney, Blauket market Grant: Quotes the Lease dated 1st April 1795 by the Collegte to J.R and others. For the better securing of the £2400 and interest the three assign their term to J.S. Premises fully described. The lease referred to above, is enclosed, B.N.C to J.R & others dated 1 Apr. 1975 with College Seal Remarks: one 30"x15" 24"x18"

8 Aug 1795

Chapel House 18 Release Mortgage Grantor: Thomas Rackstrow, James Shrub and James Nichols as before, Inn holder Grantee: Joseph Brooks of Woodstock. Gent Grant: A. T.R and the others have borrowed of J.B £500. They acknowledge the receipt and release to him the several Buildings &c adjoining to and under the Clock Tower at Over Norton, subject to the conditions of a Lease from B.N. College dated 1 April 1795. It is described as of 8 bays, 6 Bays and 3 Bays, several rooms &c. The mortgage to be redeemable till 12 Feb. 1796

12 Aug 1795

B. Lease by same to same for 1 year, to grant possession dated 11 Aug 1795 Remarks: Pt A. 30"x19 1/2" B. 21"x19"

Chapel House 19 Release and Assignment of 1/3 part of Estate Grantor: Thomas Rackstrow Grantee: William Sotham Grant: A. T.R in consideration of £450 paid and herein acknowledged, sells, releases and confirms to W.S a third-part of Chapel House, described fully and subject to two mortgages. He affirms his legal power of selling &c. Signed by T.R B. The same parties 25 Nov. 1795 Lease by T.R to W.S for 1 year to grant possession C. T.R's band, 26 Nov. 1795 to W.S for £150 to guarantee the Estate against Dowry &c Seal: Seal T.R. monogram, script Remarks: Pt A. 35 1/2"x24" B. 22 1/2"x14 1/2"

26 Nov 1795

Chapel House 20 Transfer of Property under Mortgage Grantor: James Shrubb of Benson, Innholder Grantee: William Sotham of Woodley, parish of Wooton, oxon, Gent. A. J.S for the consideration of £300 paid him by W.S, and herein acknowledged, releases and confirms to W.S. the third-part of the Buildings under the Clock Tower and the adjoining stables, Coach-Houses, granaries &c (lately occupied by William Beck and sold to Henry Dawkins;) with kitchen garden, drying ground and 2 Closes, all now on mortgage - once part of Cold Norton Priory. (Signed by J.S) B. J.S enters into a Bond of £300 to protect W.S against any claim by the wife of J. Shrubb as dowry or one-third share C. J.S on 26 Dec 1796 leases to W.S the same property for a year; to convert use into possession Seal: 2 Seals monogram, J.S Remarks: Pt A. 35 1/2" x 23 1/2" B. 20 1/2"x14 1/2" C. paper

27 Dec 1976

Chapel House 21 Grant of 1/3 on estate Grantor: James Nicholls of New Woodstock, Innholder Grantee: William Sotham of Wooton, oxon, Gent. Grant: A. J.N for the consideration of £450 paid him by W.S releases and assigns to him one-third of his right, interest and title in the premises at Over-Norton (fully described) subject to the mortgage upon it. B. Same to same. Lease for a year to give possession of the estate, dated 1 June 1797. C. J.N gives bond for £900 to W.S. to guard against any claim for Dower or thirds by his wife, &c Seal: Seal A like Head of Nelson? Remarks: Parcht A. 28"x23 1/2" 28"x21 1/2"

2 Jun 1797

B. 20"x15 1/2"

Chapel House 22 Deed of Covenant Grantor: Henry Dawkins of Standlinch Wilts Grantee: Thomas Rackstrow Innkeeper, Oxford and others Grant: By indentures dated 9 & 10th of October, Thomas R and others conveyed an estate in Chipping Norton and Over Norton to H.D. The several Deeds relating thereto concern other Titles as well - H.D consents to have made out for T.R and others any required agreement and produce and deeds required of him. Signed by H.D Remarks: Pt. 25"x15 3/4"

26 Aug 1798

Chapel House 23 Assignment in Mortgage Grantor: Joseph Brooks, Mr William Sotham of Woodleys parish of Wooton, oxon Grantee: Joseph Sheppard fur blanket maker - Witney Grant: of Property belonging to the Coll; fully described in its licenses granted, in consideration of £2400 owing by Brooks to J.S and of 10s to J.B and W.S. The mortgage redeemable. If not paid before expiration of JTerm, they engage to presume a fresh Lease and pay off by instalments Witnesses: The bond for £4800 is enclosed, same date J.B to J.S fur. Condition that he pay the £2400 mentioned in the agreement (seal taken away) Remarks: Three 30"x24"

2 Jun 1806

Chapel House 24 Assignment on Mortgage Grantor: Mr William Bulley of Oxford, Innholder Grantee: To Mr Joseph Shepphard of Witney, Blanketmaker Grant: to secure £2400 with interest at 5%. Rehearses all the former deeds (description on fol 5) redeemable Enclosed is the College License to alienate granted to W.B. dated 26 Feb. 1810 Remarks: Six 26 1/2"x23 1/2" one 19"x9" Ende of Bundle

8 Mar 1810

Chapel House 25 Bursar Letters to i. Regarding the rent of Chapel House 1816 ii. No buildings on the land at Whesso

c. 1820

Chapel House 26 Copy of Will Grantor: William Bulley of the Angel Inn, Oxford Grant: To his wife he leaves chariot, chaise, harness, stock of wines &c. He appoints Wm Bliss, bookseller, and John Humphries, Brewer, his Executors; gives them each £50 and, in trust, a mansion at Kidlington, his possessions at Headington and the Chapel House in the parish of Over Norton, with £1200 mortgage on the Angel Inn and other Tenements etc. for them to sell or administer for his wife's benefit, and the education of her children. Remarks: paper 10pp

20 Dec 1821

Chapel House 27 Lease of Estate Grantor: B.N. College Grantee: Vincent John Shortland and William Halse Grant: The Principal and Scholars of B.N.C demise to V.J.S and W.H, trustees of the will of William Bulley deceased, Chapel House &c in Cold Norton, fully described (8 bays & 6 bays) One third spoilt by water, shrunk illegible Seal: College seal Remarks: Pt c.28 1/2"x24 1/2"

1 Apr 1830

Chapel House 28 License to alienate Grantor: The Principal and Scholars &c Grantee: To William Halse as Trustee Grant: The College on 1st April 1830 leased to V.J. Shortland of Kidlington and another, trustees of the late Wm Bulley, the Chapel House Inn, Cold Norton, without permission to assign or alienate. They now grant such license to alienate the whole part to a William Wilmott for the remainder of the 21 years. Remarks: Pt 21 1/2"x12 1/2"

15 Oct 1831

Chapel House 29 License to alienate Grantor: The College Grantee: V.J. Shortland and others Grant: The College on the 1 April 1830, leased to V.J.S of Kid-lington, Esque, and others parts of the Tenement or Inn called Chapel House Inn or Chapel on the Heath, part of the Priory of Cold Norton. viz 3 parlours and lodging rooms on the East and rooms over, 8 Bays in all &c but without the right of assigning the same. This they now grant. Remarks: Pt 19"x10 1/2"

24 Dec 1835

Chapel House 30 Lease of Estate for 1 year Grantor: William Wilmolt of Song Compton, oxon Grantee: Anna Maria Hancock of Milverton Co Warwick Grant: W.W in consideration of 5s paid by A.M.H, bargains and sells to her all his freehold hereditaments near to a messuage called Chapel House, containing Stables, Coach House, Lofts &c. West of the Turnpike Road and occupied by William Ball, Also, other stables and buildings over which the turret clock is placed, on the East of the same Road, in Over Norton, with all sights appertaining for one year, at a peppercorn sent Signed by W.E Seal: 2 Seals, pressed Remarks: Pt. 25"x19"

22 Jan 1836

Chapel House 31 Assignment on Mortgage Grantor: Anna Maria Hancock of Leamington, widow of William Wilmot of Long Compton Grantee: William Thormeloe Horniblow of Kipple, Worcestershire, Gentleman Grant: For the consideration of 5s apiece paid to them by W.T.H, they bargain and sell to him Chapel House and the

5 May 1838

ajoining Tene-ments, lands &c as before described, by way of mortgagte to be dated 7th of May 1838 Seal: Two seals 1. heraldic 2. a head. Remarks: Pt 26 1/4"x17"

Chapel House 32 Assignment of Lease Grantor: The Principal & Scholars of the K. Hall & Coll of Brasen Nose Grantee: Anna Maria Hancock of Cheltenham Grant: referring to a Lease (of 1830 by the College to V.J Shortland & William Halse, trustees of William Bulley deceased) of the Inn called Chapel House or Chapel in the Heath, part of the Priory of Cold Norton fully described. - The premises are now signed to A.M.H. The lease mentioned gave no choice of alienation but license is now given in favour of Thornelow Horniblow of Ripple, Worcestershire. The other articles and conditions of Lease to be maintained Seal: College Seal Remarks: Finishes a bundle of Leases from Large central Drawer Pt. 30"x18"

4 May 1838

Chapel House 33 Certificates A. Copy of Burial Certificate Wm Bulley buried in St Peters in the E. Oxford on May 2 1828 B. - - - - - V.J Shortland buried at Chelsworth 14 Feb 1831 C. - - - - - Robert Bliss buried at Iffley 8 Apr 1828 D. Two Letters of Administration to Wm Bulley given in Nov 1821 E. - - - - - Jospeh Brooks - July 1807 F. - - - - - Martha Bulley - 2 Jan 1832 G. - - - - - Joseph Shepperd of Witney, July 1816 Remarks: paper

taken 1845

Chapel House 34 List of Documents Grant: List of Deeds handed to B.N.C on completion of the purchase of the Chapel House Estate at Over Norton by the Solicitors of T. Horniblow, Esqu 44 in number, relating

20 Mar 1846

Vol. 5 Chester Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Chester, Cheshire

Chester 1 Bond Grantor: John Smith Grantee: to The Principal of B.N. Coll. Grant: John Smyth citizen and alderman of Chester, gives his bond to John Hawarden, clerk, Principal &c for £100. Th College has appointed J.S to be collector of Rents in Chester by a deed bearing the same date and he engages to discharge his office well and truely or forfeit his bond. Witnesses: No tie-slip provided Seal: Seal, no impression Remarks: Pt. 13 1/4"x4 3/4"

19 Nov 1563

Vol. 5 Chesthunt Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Cheshunt, Hertfordshire

Chesthunt 1 Grant of Land Grantor: Thomas Turnor and Katerina his wife of Chesthunte Grantee: Nicholas Schelle of Rasyngge Grant: of a Piece of land formerly built upon with appurtenances lying in Toneford in Chesthunte in length 41 feet in breadth 23 ft with free entry and exit. Given in Chesthunt, Tuesday before St Laurence Witnesses: Richard Turnor, Richard Henham, Robert at Hoo, John Chynaler, William Chynaler and others Seal: Two seals on a divided slip i. ii. Remarks: Parcht 11"x5 1/2"

10 Aug 1412

Vol. 5 Chilston Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Chilston, Oxfordshire

Chilston 1 Grant of Land Grantor: Rudulf Trut of Childeston Grantee: The Church of Bl Mary and St John Apost: & Evang: Coldenorton Grant: R.J grants to Calde norton Priory 1a of arable land in the east part of Childeston beyond the way which is called Church way between the land once of Thomas de Aundevile and the land which Richard Greiberd once held. Clause of warranty and of sealing, Witnesses: Drs. Alexander de Aundevile, Drs Roger de Oyli knights; Robert of Bradenestan, Reginald of Wantham, Richard de Dene, William de Colunce, Radulph de Dichele, Stephen of Walecote, Ralf de Gardins de Cliveley, William the heir of Chadelintone, John of Childeston, dispensator and others.

Late 13th century

Seal: Seal torn, lost Remarks: parchment 8 1/2"x5 1/4"

Chilston 2 Grant of Land 5 1/4 acres Grantor: Alexander de Aundevile, Drs de Podelcote and de Childestone Grantee: Church of Bl. Mary &c at Caldenortone Grant: A de A for his soul's safety and of Beatrix his wife &c grants to the Priory 5 acres and a quarter which habult on the furrow of the Prior and Canons in the furlong called Caestone Ifur-lung(?) and an acre in the Sedelond furlong and reaching to the furlong Radeclive. Clause of warranty and sealing. Witnesses: Drs Roger Doyle, Walter de Wayhull knights, Stephen of Walecote, John Gulafre, John of Fifhide, Walter de Cereedone, William Resne, Alex-ander de la Thurne (or burn?) John the sergeant, William la eir (? leir) and others. Seal: Seal green wax, a fesse, beautiful impression Remarks: 11"x3 1/2"

Late 13th century

Chilston 3 Confirmation of Grant 1 acre Grantor: Alexander Daundevile Grantee: Prior of Coldenorton Grant: Alexander de Aundevile for his soul &c Grants &c to the Church of St Mary and John Evangelist, to the Prior and Canons, that gift of one acre which Radulph Trut of Childeston gave them in free alms &c. In confirmation he appends his seal. Witnesses: Drs Roger de Oyle Knt, Robert of Bradenest, Reginald of Wantham, Richard of Dene, William of Colunce, Ralph of Dicheleie, Stephen of Walecote, Ralph de Gardins of Clivele, William the heir of Chadelinton, John of Childeston the pardoner and others. Seal: Seal, small, circular 7/8" diam. chipped Remarks: To follow 54

Late 13th century

Chilston 4 Confirmation of Grant Land Grantor: Clementia de Aundevile, widow Grantee: The Church of Kaldenorton and the Canons Grant: C de A confirms the grant of Roger de Rumelie to the same canons in the town of Childeston, who are to pay annually a pound of pepper at Christmas for service and suit. Clause of warranty and sealing. Witnesses: Drs. Bardulf of Cestrethum, Drs Nicholas de Noers, Thomas de la Heuse, Master Wm. Thaneht, Master Peter of Northamthon, Roger Golafre, Roger de Cercedene, Robert de Bradestan and others. Seal: Seal broken away. Witnesses: Drs. Bardulf of Cestrethum, Drs Nicholas de Noers, Thomas de la Heuse, Master Wm. Thaneht, Master Peter of Northamthon, Roger Golafre, Roger de Cercedene, Robert de Bradestan and others. Seal: Seal broken away Remarks: Parchment 8 1/2"x5"

c. 1300

Chilston 5 Grant of Land Grantor: Roger de Rumeli (? Romiley, Co Cheater) Grantee: Cold Norton Priory Grant: R. de R. grants and confirms to God, to the Church of St Mary and St John the Evangelist ahnd apostle of Colde Norton and its Canons, all his land which he has in Childestone (Chilson) rents homages &c, except one Croft lying between the croft of agnes aubin and the pathway to Northampton (Shorthampton). Also 6a in the east field toward Rocfutesiveia, another acre at Bickersberne, 3 others toward Hestcote under Fitereshoe. Clause of warranty and of sealing. Liable to a quit rent of lb. of pepper at Christ-mas payable to Dame Clementia de Aundevile. Witnesses: Drs. Nicholas de Noeis, Master Peter of Northamton, Roger Golafre, Robert of Cerceden, Robert of Chandos, Robert Bradeston. Seal: Seal, Green wax, flaking off, circular 1 1/4 diam peculaiar fleur-de-lis Remarks: parchment 8 1/2"x7"

c. 1300-1320

Chilston 6 Grant of Land Grantor: Roger de Rumeli Grantee: The Church and Priory of Colde norton Grant: Same grant as 3.32 and same exceptions Witnesses: Same as 3.32 Seal: Seal gone Remarks: parchment 8"x6 1/2"

c. 1300-1320

Chilston 7 Grant of Land Grantor: Roger de Rumul Grantee: The Church and Canons of Kaldenorton Grant: Same as 3.30 Seal: Seal perfect but poor impression. Some legend fleur-de-lis Remarks: parchment 7 3/4"x4 1/2"

c. 1300-1320

Chilston 8 Grant of Land Grantor: Roger of Rumele Grantee: The Church and Canons of Coldenorton Grant: Duplicate of last Seal: Seal as before, circular, green wax, flakes off, + S. ROGERI DE ROMELEIA round a fleur de lys Remarks: parchment 8 1/2"x6"

c. 1310

Chilston 9 Grant of Land Grantor: Roger of Rumeli Grantee: The Church and Canons of Caldenorton Grant: R de R. grants &c to the Church &c all his land in Childeston, same exception as 3.30. Similar to last Witnesses: Drs. Bardulf de Cesterton, Drs Nicholas de Nuers, magr, William Taneht, magr, Peter of Horthamton, Rog Golafre, Robert of Cercedene, Robert of Brdestan and others. Seal: Seal and strip gone

c. 1310

Remarks: parchment 8 1/2"x6"

Chilston 10 Grant Grantor: Sir Robert de Hoo (= eau) Grantee: The Church and Convent of St John at Coldenorton Grant: Sir Robert grants confirms &c to Colde Norton Priory all his land in Childeston which Agnes Aubyn holds under her dowry. Clause of sealing. Witnesses: John son of Nigell, Richard of Williamscot, John Golafre, Roger of Nodar (* = Nowers) knights, Elyas le Botyler, Thomas de Verdom xxx le Vyre, Adam Wale, Richard son of Alan, William of Cornwelle, William Auben, William xxx xxx xxx de asieregy(?) and others (nibbled) Seal: Seal small, shield quarterly, two quarters barruld PAR LI NAVE DELIPENSE Remarks: Parchment 7 1/4" x 4 1/4"

c. 1320

Chilston 11 Grant of Land Grantor: Beatrix, widow of Robert de la Hoo, and daughter of Alexander de Aundevile Grantee: Cold Norton Priory Grant: B. de la Hoo grants confirms &c to the Church &c of Colde Norton and the Canons there, all lands and tenements which Agnes Aubyn holds of her, as a dowry, in Childerstone - sealing clause Witnesses: Thomas Golafre, John xxx xxx Edmund of Vens, Nicholas Brum, Richard of Cornewell, John Coloune and others Seal: Seal, green, oblong, very small, winged animal passant Remarks: parchment 8 1/4"x2 1/2" Tied to the last 3.48

c. 1320

Chilston 12 Grant of 1a Land Grantor: William de Rumeli Grantee: John son of Gaufrid de Cheldestun Grant: W de R. grants and confirms to J son of G. for his use one acre of land in the territory of Childestun lying between the ... (estam) of the said John and the road, paying 1d at Easter for all services - clause of warranty - John has given him a mark of silver as earnest-money. Witnesses: Savarie of Walecot, Robert of Gardin, Gilbert Taillard, Philip his son, William Blund, James his son, Gaulfrid the Clerk, Herebert parson of Chedelinton and many others. Seal: Seal, white wax, the face has flaked cleanly off, cord of blue and white. Remarks: parchment, 5 1/2" x 4 1/2"

Undated (?1325)

Chilston 13 Lease of Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: Mathewe Smythe principal of the Kinges Haule & College of B. Grantee: William Howse of Chilstone, Oxon, Yeoman

3 Feb 1547

Grant: of their Tenement and 2 yard land feffe in the fildes & towne of Chilston with 2 parcells of medowe, one in Pudlicott the other in Shertynton, all now in the tenure of W. If - for 30 years, rent 23s 4d payable on St John B.day. Trees not to be cut down or lopped - Tenant to do repairs, great tymber to be supplied by the College. Tenant's assigns to pay a heryott at the death of occupier. If the rent is in arrears for six weeks or if the lease is otherwise not kept the College to have right of re-entry. Right reserved of marking, cutting & casting off timber. Seal: Seal - apparently Remarks: Parchment 13"x7 3/4"

Chilston 14 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: John Hawarden principal of the Kings Hall & Colledge of Brasyn Nose Grantee: Henry Chypenham of Oxford Barbar Grant: same as in 9.19 for 30 years (worded fill 1567 by error) 'Be me henry chypnam. Seal: Seal broken Remarks: parchment 19"x13"

10 Mar 1557

Chilston 15 Lease of Tenement & 2 Yard lands Grantor: John Hawarden (as before) Grantee: Henry Chypenham (as before) Grant: The same as last (Lease, not the counterpart) Seal: Seal, nearly half the College's seal, upper-parts pressed Remarks: Parchment 19 1/4"x13"

10 Mar 1557

Chilston 16 Conveyance of Reversion Grantor: Henry Chypengham of Oxford (Barber) Grantee: William House of Chilson Grant: H.C sets forth that he holds of 'the Principall and Scholars of the King's Hall and Colledge of Brasynnose' a tenement with two yard Lands in Chilson Co: Oxford and two parcels of meadow, one in Pud-licote the other in Shortlington, for the reversion of which he has already received £8 from W.H and now makes to him his grant accordingly The titles of the Sovereigns given very fully Witnesses: Sealed and delivered in the presence of Mr John Hawarden Pryncipall of Brasynnose. Nibbled at both ends and bottom Seal: Seal, oval, red wax I.H and some ornamentation Remarks: parchment 12 1/4"x8"

15 Jul 1557

Chilston 17 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: Thomas Singleton, Principal of the King's Hall Grantee: Raphe Howsse of Chilston, Oxon, Yeoman. Grant: A. same as in 9.19 but money rent 15s 7d being two-thirds of the old rent, 5b wheat, 6b malt, or their

28 Aug 1602

money value in Oxford Market. 30 days for arrears. Usual clauses. B. Rodolphus Howsse's bond for £40 (threaded with the bond to the seal, one seal thus serving for both documents) Seal: Seal R.L with a tree between Remarks: A Parchment 27"x10 1/2" B. " 9"x4"

Chilston 18 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: The Right Worshipfull Samuel Radecliff D.D. Principal of the Kings Hall &c Grantee: Anne Howse of Chilstone widow. Grant: same as in 9.19. for 21 years rents as 9.22. Anne house puts her mark Seal: Seal quite broken off Remarks: parchment 22 1/2"x12 1/4"

5 Oct 1617

Chilston 19 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard Lands Grantor: The Right Worshipfull Samuel Radeclif D.D. Principal of the Kings Hall Grantee: Thomas Hosw of Chillston husbandman Grant: same as in 9.2 Signed Thomas Howse Seal: Lion rampant, coarse, our seal Remarks: parchment 24"x12 1/4"

July 1618

Chilston 20 Lease of a Tenement & 2 Yard lands Grantor: The Right Worshipfull Samuel Radeclift DD. Principall &c Grantee: Thomas Hows (as before) Grant: Similar to that in 9.22 Signed Thomas Howse Seal: Seal small, anchor, heart and wings Remarks: parchment 21 1/2"x9"

27 Oct 1632

Chilston 21 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: The Right Worshipful Samuel Radeclife D.D Principal of the King's Hall &c Grantee: Thomas Howse (as before) Grant: same as 9.22 - includes the terrier clause, Tenant to plant 6 young trees yearly - The College to enter at any time to see if repairs have been done. Signed as above (nibbled in 4 places) Seal: Seal defaced Remarks: parchment 26 1/4"x12 1/2"

3 July 1644

Chilston 22 Lease of a Tenement 2 yard lands &c Grantor: The Principal & Scholars of the King's Hall &c Grantee: Thomas Howes Yeoman Grant: of same farm 'late in tenure of Rafe Howes, rents as before, lease to be void if rent is in arrears for 28 days, repairs as usual, felling and lopping trees forbidden, shredding allowed. Herriot within 14 years or at the death

17 May 1654

of occupier - Terrier under a penalty of 40s. College may enter at any time to see about repairs. Sealing clause. Seal: Seal almost obliterated Remarks: parchment 26"x16 1/4"

Chilston 23 Lease of a Tenement 2 yard lands Grantor: Thomas Yates D.D principal of the King's Hall & Colledge of B.N Grantee: Joshua Howes of Chilston. Yeoman. Grant: Lease same as 9.27. in Terrier clause is inserted "at the hands of eight honest persons. Signed in full B. Bond of same for £40 Seal: Seal, never impressed Remarks: A. Parchment 28 1/2"x15" B. " 7 1/2"x6 1/2"

26 Dec 1661

Chilston 24 Lease of a tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: Thomas Yates D.D. (as before) Grantee: Joshua Howes (as before) Grant: A. same as in 9.27 Signed in full B. bond of same for £20 Seal: Seal. broken, a heart. Remarks: A. Parchment 31 1/4"x14 3/4" B. " 7"x6 1/4"

14 Dec 1669

Chilston 25 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: Thomas Yates DD principal &c Grantee: Joshua Howes as before Grant: A. Same as in 9.27. Signed as above. B. Bond of same for £40 Seal: Seal. not impressed Remarks: A. parchment 29"x15" B. " 9 1/2"x7"

30 Nov 1676

Chilston 26 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: John Meare M.A (as before) Grantee: Joshua Howes of Chilston - Gent. Grant: A. same as in 9.27 Signed Joshua Howse B. Bond of same for £50 Seal: Seal. impression hardly visible ? a bend with threee roundels. Remarks: A. Parchment 25 3/4"x15" B. " 10 1/2"x10"

18 Dec 1683

Chilston 27 Agreement tripartite Grantor: I Robert Shippen DD ... and the Scholars Grantee: II Elizabeth Howze & Thos: Howze Rowse III John Burrows Abraham Bulley Grant: of a lease by the principal & Scholars to John B and A B for 21 years at rent as in 9.27. E.H and J. H-R assign their interest in the lease, by the permission of the College

1 Oct 1712

J.H.R signs and seals E.H, J.B, A.B do not sign Seal: 4 seals I&III a Goat's head II Stag & two hounds EGO.MON.. IV a quaint head AV VITO Remarks: parchment 27 3/4" x 24"

Chilston 28 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: Robert Shippen DD principal &c Grantee: ii Elizabeth House & Elias Pearce iii Abraham Bulley as trustee for E.H & E.P Grant: The Principal & Scholars lease the same estate, once Howes' to A.B. Elias P. is the assignee of William Rowse who was Executor of Thomas Howse deceased - Elizabeth House is the relict of Joshua House - Abraham B. is trustee for the second party. Signed & sealed by Elias Pearse, Abram Bulley Seal: 3 seals. A bend cotised Remarks: parchment 27 3/4"x21"

2 Apr 1722

Chilston 29 Lease of a Tenement & 2 Yard lands Grantor: Robert Shippen DD (as before) 'Brasen nose.' Grantee: William Diston of Chadlington Gent. - Grant: A. same as in 9.27. property late in the tenure of Thomas Howse. Signed in full B. Bond of same for £50 (Gently nibbled in one place) Seal: Seal. A shield bearing 6 escallops 3.21 in a bordure. Remarks: A. Parchment 26 3/4"x17 1/2" B. paper j'cap(?)

1 Apr 1726

Chilston 30 Lease of a Tenement & 2 yard lands Grantor: Robert Shippen D.D principal &c Grantee: William Diston of Chadlington Grant: A. same as in 9.34 B. bond the same Seal: Seal. same as last, the escallops are bad in outline Remarks: A. parchment 26 1/2"x20" B. paper

2 Apr 1733

Chilston 31 Lease of a Tenement & 2 Yard lands Grantor: Robert Shippen DD. principal &c Grantee: William Diston as before Grant: same as in 9.27 No bond Seal: Seal a head Remarks: Parchment 26"x20"

1 Apr 1740

Chilston 32 Lease of a Tenement & 2 Yard lands Grantor: The Principal and Scholars of the King's Hall &c Grantee: William Diston as before Grant: same as in 9.27 Signed in full No Bond. Seal: Seal. a head almost grotesque Remarks: Parchment 26"x18 1/2"

1 Apr 1747

Chilston 33 Lease of a Tenement & 2 Yard-lands 1 Oct 1754

Grantor: The Princs and Scholars of the King's Hall &c 'Brasen Nose' Grantee: William Diston Grant: same as previously (9.27) viz a Tenement, 2 yard lands, 2 parcells of meadow, one in Pudlicote, the other in Shorthampton &c late in the tenure of Thomas Howse, rent 15s 7d, beside wheat and malt as before. Usual clauses Signed in full No bond. Seal: Seal, the shield with 6 escallops 3.2.1 Parchment 26"x21 1/4"

Vol. 5 Chipping Norton

Deeds and papers relating to College estates at Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

Chipping Norton 1

Grant of land Grantor: Richard Wine Grantee: The House of St John the Evaangelist of Nortune Grant: R.W grants and confirms to the House and the Canons there all his land in Stockewellestrete, lying between the land of Burewald toward the east, and the land of Edit, who was the wife of Roger Cordewaner, rent 13d. Witnesses: Gilebert de Burewald, Goe ... ii son of Sevar, Henry son of Edwin, Peter the son of John, adam porearuns, Lanceline baker, Richard the fisher, Lucas of Osencia, Adam Carter, adam miller, Roger Vydie and Peter 'then called, of the hospotal, who wrote the charter.' Seal: White wax 1/4" diam, peculiar fleur de lis. SIGILLVM RICARDI WINE Remarks: parchment 5 1/2"x2 1/4"

Early 13th century

Chipping Norton 2

Grant of Land Grantor: Richard son of Eustace of Norton Grantee: The Priory of Colde Norton Grant: Rich: son of E. grants and confirms to God and the Church of blessed Marie and blessed John Apost & Evang: of Koldenorton, to the Prior &c 6 acres of arable land in the Eastfield of Norton 3a and 3a. Positions described. Rent, a nail of a horse (shoe) Clause of warranty and sealing. (Stained in two places) Witnesses: Richard Wale, Adam Wale, [smeared] Thomas produmme, John de Lega, Robert Mathew, Adam Bruton, William Bruton [smeared] and many others. Seal: Seal small, vesica-shape, white, indistinct + xx RIC DE xx L xx .?. Remarks: parchment 9 1/4"x3"

c. 1250

Chipping Norton 2x

Deed of Transfer Grantor: Alexander son of Riche of Rollandrice and his wife

c. 1260

Grantee: Canons of the hospital of St John at Kaldenorton Grant: A de R sells to the hospital of St John, Kaldenorton, his house in Chepingnorton, the tenement which is nearest to the gate of the Castle, between that inhabited by John son of Geoffry Black and the house of Teiha the daughter of Luke, with appurte-nances, viz two half acres in separate fields - sealing clause. Witnesses: Gilbert morin, John the doctor, Hugo of Norton, Giliber McKelliche, Henry the doctor, Robert Murseweder(?), Richard the clerk and many others. Seal: Seal, white wax, circular 1 1/4" a fleur de lys S(IGILL) ALEXANDRI BVLT (?) Remarks: Parchment 5"x2 1/2"

Chipping Norton 3

Grant of Land Grantor: Simon, prior of the Church of St John Evan of Caldenorton Grantee: John de Lega and Dionysia his wife of Chepingnorton Grant: on the above day the Prior granted J de L and his wife 49 1/2a of land in the fields of Chipping Norton (described) To have and to hold &c. Sealing clause Witnesses: Robert Burcestre, Robert & Roger Wale, Ma xx xxx xxx Adam brunt, Robert le Riche, Radulph burgeis, Richard Imangton, Robert the son of Walter the clerk and others. Indented at top through 12 letters Seal: Two, gone Remarks: begins a bundle of 8 Chippingnorton Pt 6 1/2"x4" The two Confirmations 230. 234 are by the same writer.

14 May 1265

Chipping Norton 4

Extracts from Court of Frank pledge Grant: Be it remembered that Simon de Thropp was released (sot or sol) of certain lands called la pe x rs of Churchefurlong and brokefurlong in the ward of the lord's fee, and there was leased to him, 17th of Edward I, parcell of xxx xxx with other lands by perfect evidence, by one William Thoury (?) of Thropp aforesaid & Hew Smyth of Trafford for a term of xxx xxx by force of whih they were xxx xxx of free tenement (? concluded). Fourteen items somewhat akin to above on first page Endorsed is Par Farnlegh le tremlyn ? x£ Par Clayland xx£ par anec xx asset XIIII k, par Cheping Darset &c Waryington, God-yngton, Egsworth, Comite Marten, & Whicombe In different hands Endorsed "Terriar in French" (!) Remarks: paper

c. 1288/9

Chipping Norton 5

Grant of Curtilage Grantor: John le Moneck of Chepingnorton

1 May 1322

Grantee: Richard son of William Aleyn, of same. Grant: of a certain Curtilage which is situated in the Overe Rewe of Chepyngnorton near &c. To have and to hold &c of the capital lords of the fee, to pay the just fees, suit and services R. gave him, as earnest, a certain sum of money for this grant. Warranty: Sealing clause. Given at Chepyngnorton, feast of St. Philip & James, as above Witnesses: Adam Breton, Richard Adam, William Smyth, William Riche, Adam Ernald, John Saundres, Robert Avery clerk, & others Seal: white, medium, a bird volant or a fleur de lys + S IO xxxx LINA Remarks: Pt 9"x4 1/2"

Chipping Norton 6

Grant of a rent Grantor: Richard the Doctor, of Norton Grantee: The Priory of (Cold) Norton Grant: R. 'medicus' in pure and perpectual alms has given & confirmed to God and the Church of St. John Apost: and Evangeslist of Norton 12d annual rent to be received of him and his heirs, viz. the rent which he bought of Vincent de Thodeham Parish not mentioned, seems to have been with the documents of Chipping Norton (a good example) Witnesses: Radulph de Salceto, Nicholas de Nuers, Richard de Brackele then viear, Hugo de Stavy xx (?) Master John de Norton, Richard the parson of Norton, Gilibert makeblithe and others. Seal: Seal, white, faced bright yellow. Centre a small figure. S' ROB MEDICI DE xORTON Remarks: parchment 7 1/4"x2 1/4"

c. 1325-1350

Chipping Norton 7

Grant of land Grantor: Robert the Farrier (mares callus) son of Rd the smith of Ch. Nort: Grantee: The Priory of Colde Norton Grant: R. the F for his soul's health &c gives and grants &c to God and to the church of bl. Marie and St. John the apostle & Evang: 1/2 acre of arable land in the east field of Chepingnorton (position described). Clause of warranty and sealing. Witnesses: William le Draper, head of the market of Norton, John de la le, Robert Wale, Richard Wale, Robert Mahew, Robert le mire, Adam Wale, Adam Bruton, Simon le Lwile(?), Robert le Riche and others Seal: Seal, kite shape, an ornam: fleur de lis, green wax x S.ROBERTI xxx GxxC Remarks: Parchment 6 1/8"x3 7/8"

c. 1330

Chipping Norton 8

Quit claim to Tenement Grantor: John the apparetor of Norton

c. 1330

Grantee: J. the App grants releases and quitclaims to the Prior and Convent of Cold Norton all the tenement which he holds of them in the street which is called Cleistrete. Clause of sealing Witnesses: Adam Wale, Alan de Ffraxino (ash) William his son, John le Bron, William le Pope and many others. Seal: Seal gone Remarks: Parchment 7 3/4"x 2 1/2"

Chipping Norton 9

Grant of Land Grantor: John de la Burre Grantee: The Priory of Calde Norton Grant: J de la B. grants and confirms to God and to the Church of St John the Evangelist of Calde Norton and the Canons there, a half virgate of lande in (Colde) Norton. Several boundaries given, rent reserved 1d at Easter. Clause of Warranty & of sealing. Witnesses: Ins Bardulph of Cetriton, Nicholas de Nowers, Roger Golafre, Robert of Cerceden, Robert of Bradenestan, Robert le Mire, Rich-ard the clerk or Norton, Robert makeblisse & others Seal: Seal circular 1cm diam? Ornamental fleur de lis + ST IONANNIS DE LA BARE

c. 1330

Chipping Norton 10

Grant of Land Grantor: Richard son of Simon of Norton Grantee: Priory of Colde Norton Grant: R. son of S. grants &c to the Priory of frigid norton and to the Canons there serving God. 4 1/2 acres of arable land in the territory of Norton in the Eastern field. Positions of 3a. 1a. and 1 1/2a described - Glumbrok (the Glym) and Woweslade mentioned. Also 1 1/2a in the western field - portstreto mentioned. Clause of warranty & sealing. Witnesses: Hugo J, Roger Gulafre, Nicholas de Noers, William de Romili, knight; John le mire, Gilebert makeblisse, Robert Muriweder and others. Seal: Seal, white wax, flakey, indications of a fleur de lis, no inscription left. Remarks: Parchment 8 1/4"x4 1/8"

c. 1340

Chipping Norton 11

Grant of Land Grantor: Richard, son of Simon of Norton (Chipping n) Grantee: The Priory of Colde Norton Grant: R. son of S. gives, confirms &c for his soul &c to the Priory of frigid Norton and the Canons there, 4a of arable land in the territory of Norton in the Eastern field - (positions given) Clause of warranty and sealing. Witnesses: Roger Gulafre, Nocol de Nohers, William de Romuli, knight; Gilebert Morin, John the Doctor, John the servient, Gilebert makeblisse, Richard the clerk, Rober marieweder and many others.

c. 1340

Seal: Seal, 1 3/8 diam. Ornamental fleur de lis SIGILL...hARDI FILII SIMONIS. White wax, faced yellow parchment 9"x4"

Chipping Norton 12

Grant of land Grantor: Simon the son of William payn of Chepingnorthon Grantee: John de Lega of Chepingnorthon Grant: of 6 acres arable land in the fields of Northon. In the East field, 1a and 1a (fully described) with all rights he has or may have, To have &c to J. to hold, assign, alienate, lease &c. Rent a penny at Easter to the lord of the fee for 2 acres, and for the others 4d at the four seasons of the year for all suit, service, demand &c. For this grant J. gave him 2 marcs as earnest. Warranty: Sealing clause. Witnesses: Richard clerk, Robert called Wale, Robert Mathew, Walter Draper, Ralph Cook, Edw'd Walde, ad<am> Bruton, Ribert le riche, Robert at the corner, Willaim Wigod, Alan ad prenam, Rad: clerk & others Seal: oval, badly engr? a fleu de lys Remarks: Endorsed 'Northon' Pt. 8 1/2"x4"

c. 1340

Chipping Norton 13

Grant as agreement Grantor: Richard Ernald of Chepyng Norton Grantee: William, Prior of Coldenorton, and the Convent there. Grant: to the Priory for a hundred years, of a piece of ground lying in the field of Chepyng Norton, reaching &c paying the dues to the capital Lord of the Fee: Warranty: Sealed alternately Given on the 5th before Kalends of May as above Witnesses: Hugo pope of Chepyngnorton, Robery Wrutun (? Worton), of same, Laurence Brutun, John Mylton, Robert Choch, Hugo Nichol of over-norton, Robert Stefnes of same & many others. Indented at top through CIROGRAPHUM(?) Seal: gone Remarks: Pt. 10 1/4"x3 3/4"

27 Apr 1346

Chipping Norton 14

Grant of Land Grantor: Radulphus Cryndle of Chepyngnorton Grantee: The Priory of Cold norton Grant: R.C for the safety of his soul &c grants and confirms to God and the Church of blessed John the apostle and Evangelist, .. a piece of 6 acres of arable land, position described. Clause of warranty and of sealing. Given at Chepingnorton 4 Kal: of May. Witnesses: Hugo pope of Chepyngnorton, Robert Bruton of the same, Lawrence Grutun of same, Hugo Nichol of Overnorton, Robert Stefan of the same and many others. Seal: Seal gone Remarks: Parchment cracking at folds

28 Apr 1346

parchment 10 1/2"x3 3/4"

Chipping Norton 15

Bond Grantor: Richard Smale of Chepyng norton Grantee: To the Prior of Coldenorton and Convent of same place For £10 to be paid at Chepyngnorton within the fortnight owing apparently for some rent or for land purchased. Sealing clause Given at Chepyngnorton (as above) Seal: torn off

3 May 1347

Chipping Norton 16

Grant of land Grantor: John Pareas of Chepyng norton Grantee: John de Ove of same and Matilda his wife Grant: of an acre of arable land lying in the East field of Cheping norton in the furlong called Wymundustcumbe between &c to hold of the capital lord of the fee, and paying the customary suit and service: warranty: sealing clause. Given at Chepingnorton, eve of Pentecost, (as above) Witnesses: Hugo la Pope, Robert his son, William Pross, Roger Lewte, Richard arnalt and others. Seal: gone Remarks: Pt 10"x3 1/2"

7 Jun 1348

Chipping Norton 17

Grant of land Grantor: Matilda, relict of John Errions (?) of Chepyngnorton Grantee: John Adam of the same, merchant Grant: of an acre of arable land lying in the East field of Chepingnorton in the cultura called Hockfurlong, position given To hold &c. Warranty - sealing clause Given at Chepyngnorton Sat? before feast of St Alphege (as above) Witnesses: Robert Bruton of Chepy?, Robert Britton, Robert Pope, Richard Aleyn, Richard sudar and many others Seal: positions of a red one, small Remarks: Pt 10"x3 3/4"

19 Apr 1349

Chipping Norton 18

Grant of land Grantor: John Adam of Chepyng norton Grantee: The Prior & Convent of Colde Norton Grant: for 265 years of an acre of arable land in the Eastern field, with its appurtenances: - position described - to pay dues and services to the Lord of the fee: warranty: Sealing clause Made Thursd: next after Nativ' of St John Bapt. (as above) Witnesses: Robert Brinton, Robert pape, Richard Sedar, John Brehull, Robert Elyot, Henry alte Grene and others. bad ink, not very legible Seal: lost Remarks: Pt. 10 1/4"x4"

24 Jun 1349

Chipping Norton 19

Grant of land Grantor: John de la Ward Grantee: To God and the Ch of blessed John the Evangelist of Kaldenorton &c Grant: for his soul and the souls of his ancestors & successors in pure and perpetual alms, an acre in one field of Northon that which he had of John de Thropp. (position of 2 half acres given) To pay annually to J. de Thropp 1d. at the two seasons of the year for all suit service custom and demand. Warranty: sealing clause. Witnesses: Sir Bardulph de Cestretun, Nicholas de Nowers, Roger Golafre, Robert de Cerceden, Robert de Bradenestan, Robert la myre, Richard the clerk of Northun, Robert makeblithe and others. Seal: horny green and white, a fleur de lys, good. Remarks: Pt. 10 1/2"x3 3/4"

c. 1350

Chipping Norton 20

Sale of Land Grantor: Willaim Aleyn of Chepingnorton Grantee: Robert the Prior of Cold Norton Grant: W.A grants and confirms to Drs. R. the Prior &c an acre of land near the land called Nyland, one head reaching toward Rockumbe, for which the Prior and Convent have given him a certain sum of money in hand. Clause of warranty and of sealing. Given at Colde Norton, Wednesday next after the feast of St. Luke Ev: Witnesses: Robert Writton of Chepingnorton, John Dean of the same, Robert Pope, Richard Symond, Richard Sandres of the same. and others Seal: Seal, white wax not flakey, circular 7/8" diam a Katherine wheel or water wheel?

18 Oct 1358

Chipping Norton 21

Quit claim messuage Grantor: John Trelave, Knt Grantee: to Andrew Everton(?) of Chepyngnorton to all his right &c which he has ... in a messuage situated in the village of Chepyngnorton, between &c so that neither he nor his heirs &c. Sealing clause Given at Cheppyngnorton, Wedn: next after Nativ: of Bl. V. Mary as above Witnesses: John adam, John Cok, Richard Sadr(?) Robert Pope, John Schorbye and others Seal: a chevron ragulee betw 3 escallops. Half gone in a neat 8 foil frame * SIGIL IONANNIS Remarks: Pt 9 1/4"x2 1/2"

8 Sep 1359

Chipping Norton 22

Decree about Tithes Grantor: Robert, archdeacon of Oxford. Grantee: - The case about the Tithes between Colde Norton Priory & the Rector of the Church of <Cheping> Northon is this amicably settled. The Prior and Canons are to hold the said Tithes for ever and to pay yearly to the church of Northon

c. 1376

5s at the two terms of the year viz. 2s 6d at the annunciation at 2s 6d at Michael mas. Sealing clause. Witnesses: AQnketil, Dean of Wotton; Walter de Cornwill, Vincent de Hedthorp, Normannus de Swheford (Swerford); Alexander his son, and many others. Seal: Seal gone, was in a bag of embroidered pink. Bag extant; embroidery is clawed animal

Chipping Norton 23

Decree about Tithes Grantor: Martinus de Lydeford. Rector of Wode Eton Grantee: The Priory of Cold Norton Grant: M de L. commissary for the Bishop of Lincoln in the matter of the tithes, the burials, ablations &c of Chepingnorton, enjoins that the prior of C.N. shall retain his Tithes greater and smaller, and full rights over the Church there, and that the Rector of Chepingnorton, has not proved his claim. Given at Coldenortyon, date as above and confirmed by William Hildesly, proctor of the Salisbury Court, and by Thomas Carlelle notary of the Diocese of Karliolen. Witnesses: Robert Leukenose, John Wynerich, William Roke. clerke of the Diocese of Lincoln. Seal: Seal, vesica-shape. thick, 1 3/4"x1" a virgin and Holy Child in clatorate niche, small figure below, teaching. SIG ARCH .... NIS OXONIE. Remarks: Parchment 26"x15"

1376

Chipping Norton 24

Declaration about Tithes Grantor: John Panyer, the official of Thomas de Sowtham, archd oxon Grantee: - Grant: Whereas Henry Fowler, the apparitor of the Canons of Colde Norton has explained in full court held at St Ebbe's Church, Oxon, the full particulars of the tithes &c of that Priory J.P now certifies that all the tithes greater and smaller from the lands of the Priory and Convent of Cold Norton, but claimed for the Rectory of Chepyng Norton, belong to the Priory and not to the Rectory. A Declaration to same effect by Robert Newby, clerk of Yorkshire diocese, who declares this certificate fol-lows the declaration made in the court Seal: Small, green seal, indistinct

1376

Chipping Norton 25

Confirmation Grant Grantor: William son of William le hwyte of Chepingnorton Grantee: The Priory of Cold Norton Grant: W of C. grants 1/2 acre in Botcombe to the Prior & Convent of Norton which Walter Peters of overnorton granted to them in exchange for 1a in the upper field of Norton. Sealing clause Witnesses: Robert Wale, Walter le Draper, Robert mahon, Robert le mire, Ralf the Cooke, of Chepingnorton and others

14th Century

Seal: Seal, vesica-shape 1 1/2"x7/8" white wax faced dull yellow, a mermaid + S' WILL. FILI WILL LE WITE

Chipping Norton 26

Grant of messuage Grantor: William son of Gilbert Makewise of Norton Grantee: John de Lea Grant: for his homage and service a mesuage in Chipingnorton with all its appurtenances, and two half acres belonging thereto positions given. Rent 9d at Michaelmas for all custom services and demands. Excepting 12d, a rent-charge upon it payable in four portions yearly. Warranty. Witnesses: William de Osburnle, serviens of Norton, Robert the doctor, Richard the clerk, Hugo prepositus, Richard Brue, David the doctor, Heuter the doctor, Rob't Waller, Henry Wile, Reginald makeblithe, Robert Yaldeblithe & many others. rather torn Remarks: Pt 7 3/4"x4"

c. 1380

Chipping Norton 27

Letters of attorney Grantor: From Margery Dayrell, others of Bl. Mary of Pete, near Northampton and the Convent there Grantee: To Dns: Thomas Chaundose - clerk for the receiving from Dns: Robert, Prior of Colde Norton 10 mares sterling as a payment to the church of Stapul ascholon due on St John the Baptist's day last, for which he will give a release to the Prior. Sealing clause. Given in out chapterhouse, feast of St. Barth. (as above) Seal: on a ship, large white, vesica-shape. In a Gothic mehs . St John Bapt crowning an abbess. In a circle below a swan(?) rather bruised. Ins xxx abba xxx Remarks: Pt 10 3/4"x1 3/4"

24 Aug 1394

Chipping Norton 28

Grant of Land Grantor: Johanna Gany late wife of Robert Caster of Cheppyng norton Grantee: John Houchyns of Chepping Norton Grant: of 2 1/2a of arable land in the North field of Cheppyng Norton in the furlong. Botton lefurlong between &x to pay service & suit to the capital lords of the fee, as accustomed: Warranty Given at Cheppyngnorton as above Witnesses: John, Henry, Richard, Seward, William Warner, Thomas Cogger, William Penchard and others. Seal: dark green, medium, pressed, 4 birds in a nest. Inscription pressed. Remarks: Pt 7 1/2"x3"

10 Feb 1409

Chipping Norton 29

Quitclaim Land Grantor: Cecilia, relict of Richard the Vintner of Norton Grantee: To The Prior and convent of Cold Norton

Undated [c. 1420]

to all her right and title in the land &c which was once her hsuband's, at Spitele Norton and for 3s which the said Prior and Convent gave her for this Quitlauce - Sealing clause. Witnesses: John le Sergeant, Robert Wale, Henry Wale, Robert Maunseyl, William the plasterer, Robert the brother of Cecilia Seal: Seal white, badly engraved, vesica shaped. Remarks: Parcel of 13 from Drauter 3. Titled over norton Pt 6 1/2"x1 1/2"

Chipping Norton 30

Lease of a Croft Grantor: John, Prior &c of Coldnorton Grantee: William Greenhull Grant: The Priory leases to W.G a croft in Cley Street Chepingnorton between two crofts of the same W.G for 100 years, rent annually, 12d on the feast of the annunciation. License for re-entry retained if the rent is 15 days behind. Given in the Capitular house in Cold Norton (D.CCCC quinquagesimo secundo Seal: Small seal, oblong octagonal, badly cut.

5 Mar 1453

Chipping Norton 31

Citation to attend a Court Grantor: The official of the Court of Canterbury Grantee: To the abbot and Convent of Gloucester Grant: A summons to attend the archbishop's Court as witness in a case between the Ab. and Conv: of St Peter at Gloucester, pro-prietors of the parish Church of Chepyngnorton, dio: Lincoln, and Richard Myllet the farmer of the lands once belonging to the priory of St. John the Ev: of Coldnorton and master Mathew Smyth M.A principal of the royal hall or College of Brasenose in Oxon and the fellows of the same being the Rector or proprietor of the house once the Priory of St. John Ev: of Coldnorton. Endorsed Citatio etc. Remarks: Parchment 16"x5"

8 Jul 1516

Chipping Norton 32

Agreement about Tithes Grantor: between William, abbat of St Peter's Gloucester & the Rector of Chep: Norton Grantee: Brasynnose College Grant: Each part claimed some tithes once belonging to Colde Norton Priory. William the Bishop of Lincoln intervened, and to him was given the place of arbiter. He decrees that the entire tithes should go to the College but that it should pay 10s per annum to St. Peters Glouces: to be handed over in the church of Chepingnorton annually at the feast of the Purification (24 Feb). William the Bishop of London weighing all the above considerations &c, approves of the arrangement and sets to his seal on March 1st. Seal: Two fine seals Lincoln 'ad causas' and St Peter's Gloucester of the monastery.

24 Feb 1518 and 1 Mar 1518

Chipping Norton 33

Bond for 100 marks re tithes Grantor: between William, abbot of the Monastery of St Peter at Gloucester to Mathew Smyth Principal &c Grant: A despute has arisen between the parson of Chipyngnorton in the countrye of Oxfurth and Mathew Smyth, principall of the Kyngehall and colledg of Brasen-nose in .. oxfurthe upon the right and interest in the tithes, great and small arising from the site or place of Cold Norton. To decide the matter Peter Lyngham Doctor of Canon Law, Maister Jas More B.D and Provest off oriall college in Oxforde has been appointed on one side, and Maister John Hygdon D.D and President in Mawdelayn college, and maister Edmund Hoor LL.D. on the other part. The abbot of Gloucester binds himself to submit to their arbitration. Seal: Two seals. 1 St Peter's at Gloucester, 2 The Bishop's both interesting. 1 vesica-shape 3"x1 3/4" Remarks: parchment 12"x6 3/4"

12 Apr 1519

Chipping Norton 34

Bond Grantor: as last Grantee: -- Grant: (Duplicate of the Bond and Conditions in 3.125 i.e. Chipping Norton 33) Seal: Seals not so perfect as in last. Remarks: parchment 14"x8"

1519

Chipping Norton 35

Acquittances or Receipt Grantor: William Ladlee of Belingden(?) Co. Kent Grantee: - Grant: for £15. 15s. 0. from .... <faded> as full & complete payment for all the sums (<illegible>) Seal: small, red ?private mark? Remarks: Pt. 13 1/4"x2 1/2"

10 Feb 1549

Chipping Norton 36

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: Thomas Blanchard (as before) Grantee: Robert Holder of Chipping Norton Cordiser Grant: The Principal and Scholars with their hole assent &c have lethen to ferme all their errable lands &c (as in 8.22) now in the occupation of Henrie Shuttleworth - for 30 years; rent a Leven shillings eyghte pence, payable at the feasts &c in which hit oughte to be paied. Clauses about arrears as before, other usual clauses. Not signed (? amended lease) Seal: Seal R.H joined by knots Remarks: parchment 2 1/4"x11 3/4"

21 Dec 1566

Chipping Norton 37

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: Thomas Blanchard Principal of the King's Hall &c Grantee: Thomas Smyth of Grampound in the Suburbs of Oxford bearbrewer

21 Dec 1566

Grant: The Principal and Scholars of there hole assent &c" lease to T.S all their tenement and arable lands, pastures, meadows, commons, wa-ters, ffishings in Chipingnorton or within the lordship of C.N now in the occupation of Henry Shuttleworth for 30 years, paying within the King's haul and Coll of Brasennose a leven shillings eight pence: - if in arrears for one moneth, the College may re-enter. Clause about fences, license to shed and lopp trees. Not to assign the lease Not signed Seal: Seal. O W and a tree growing from a tun (Withington) Remarks: parchment 25 1/4"x9 1/4"

Chipping Norton 38

Lease of Tenement Grantor: The Right Worshippful Thomas Singleton Principal &c Grantee: Robert Holder (as before) Grant: of all arrable land, now in his occupation, trees excepted 21 years, rent <11s> and 8 pence being 'tholde rent' - 1 1/2b: wheat 16 b/ 1 pte of malt. or their market value in Oxford. One month arrears breaks the contract - 6 young trees to be plant 1 yearly till the mowndes and hedges are sufficiently stoned and replenished - Quit- rents and duties to be discharged by the tenant. Terrier in two years. Not to cut down trees. Sealing clause Signed in full about 2 in. nibbled off at the right side Remarks: parchment 17(?)"x12 1/2"

21 May 1609

Chipping Norton 39

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: Samuel Radclife (as before) Grantee: Elizabeth Holder of Chipping Norton widow & William Holder Cordwainer Grant: of Tenement and arrable landes in the Lordship of Chipping norton in the occupation of R.H. Trees excepted, same as 8.24. Not to alienate lease without special permission The mark of ----- Elizabeth Holder (Signed) William Howlder Seal: 2 Seals i. ND and ornament ii An ox rude Remarks: parchment 22 1/2"x11 1/4"

26 Mar 1628

Chipping Norton 40

License to Alienate Grantor: Samuel Radeclift Grantee: Elizabeth Holder & William Holder (Cordwainer) Grant... S.R. Principall of the King's Hall and Colledge of Brasennose and the Schollers of the same send greeting in our Lord God everlasting. Rehearses parts of the lease of 26 March 1628 and grants to W.H power and license to assign and make over his lease to John Norgrave, clerk and vicar of Chipping norton Sealed by the College Seal: Seal. Most of the College seal is left, rather pressed. Remarks: parchment 11 3/4"x5 1/2"

10 Nov 1636

Chipping Norton 41

Assignment of Lease Grantor: William Holder of Chipping Norton Cordwainer Grantee: John Norgrove of Chipping Norton Cleark Grant: Rehearses the Instrument of 1628 and the grant of power to assign the lease of the 10th Nov. W.H. now makes over &c his remainder of Term (13 years) to J.N. Sealing clause Signed William Howlder Seal: Seal. redely cut indistinct Remarks: Parchment 20"x10 1/2"

27 Nov 1636

Chipping Norton 42

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: The Principall & Scholars of the King's Hall and Colledge of Brazennose Grantee: John Norgrave of Chiping Norton clerk. Grant: Lease as in 8.22 for 21 years, at two-thirds of the old rent ie 7s 9 1/2 and 2b. wheat, 3b: and 1.2 pk: Barley mault or price in money. Usual clauses follow. Signed John Norgrove Seal: Seal, pressed - ?a cock, crowing Remarks: parchment 19 1/2"x12 3/4"

12 May 1652

Chipping Norton 43

Lease of Tenement Grantor: The Principal & Scholars of the King's Hall &c Grantee: Nehemiah Norgrave of Chipping norton Tanner - and Dorothy Hacker of Chalford Grant: A. of a Tenement as described in 8.22 for 21 years, rent seaven shillings and 9 1/2 d: being two-third parts of the old rent <11s . 8d> & 2b: wheat, 3B: 1/2 peck Barley mault. Usual clauses follow. Signed Nehemiah Norgrove B. Their bond of £20 Seal: A. Seal has gone. B. small, lion rampant Remarks: A. Parchment 24 1/4"x13" B. " 11"x4 3/4"

29 Nov 1659

Chipping Norton 44

Lease of Tenement Grantor: The Right Worshipfull Samuell Radcliffe DD Principall &c. Grantee: John Norgrave (as before) Grant: of the Premises &c latly in the occupation of Elizabeth Holder and William Holder her son, money rent same, 1 1/2b: wheat 4b: 1pk malt or money vaule. Usual clauses follow signed and sealed by John Norgrove Seal: Seal. a swan's(?) head couped. Remarks: parchment 25"x10 1/2"

1 Mar 1662

Chipping Norton 45

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: Thomas Yates Dr in Divinity Principal &c Grantee: Nehemiah Norgrave Tanner, & Dorothy his wife Grant: of the tenement and lands, as in 8.22 lately occupied by John Norgrave deceased, for 21 years, money rent as before, 2 bush: wheat 3b. 1/2 pk: malt. Usual clauses

1 Dec 1668

Signed Nehemiah Norgrove B. Bond by N.N for £20 (same) (Better in three places, large hole in middle) Seal: Seals 2. Blurred ?a lion rampant Remarks: A. parchment 27 1/2"x14 1/4" B. " 7 1/2"x7 3/4"

Chipping Norton 46

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: Thomas Yates DD Principal &c Grantee: Nehemiah Norgrave & Dorothy his wife (as before) Grant: A. similar to 8.31, rents &c same. Signed Nehemiah Norgrove B. Bond for £40 (same) Top, sinister, corner torn off Seal: A. Seal lost B. no impression Remarks: A. parchment 24 1/2"x19 1/2" B. 10 1/4"x4"

8 Nov 1680

Chipping Norton 47

Lease of Tenement Grantor: John Meare D.D Principal of the King's Hall &c Grantee: John Norgrove (as before) <jur> Grant: similar to that in 8.31 late in the occupation of John Norgrove deceased, time rents &c as before. Signed in full No bond Seal: Seal. Parted per fesse, dancette xxx & xxx 6 fleurs-de-lis Remarks: parchment 21 3/4"x14 1/4"

9 Aug 1709

Chipping Norton 48

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: Robert Shippen DD Principal &c. Grantee: John Norgrove (as before) Grant: similar to 8.31 no seal, no signature No bond (endorsed as containing one) Remarks: parchment 21 3/4"x16 3/4"

2 Apr 1716

Chipping Norton 49

Lease of Tenement Grantor: Robert Shippen DD. as before Grantee: i. Nehemiah Norgrove ii. John Brayne, Tanner iii. Joshua Collier of Witney, clothier. Grant: A. similar to 8.31. Signed Neh: Norgrove, John Bayne, Joshua Collier B. Bond by the three parties for £40 (same) Seal: 6 Seals. small, Lion rampant. Remarks: A. parchment 24 1/2"x21 3/4" B. paper feak

1 Apr 1730

Chipping Norton 50

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: Robert Shippen D.D. (as before) Grantee: John Brayne of Chippingnorton, Tanner. Grant: A. to J.B as executor of the last will of John Norgrove

1 Oct 1737

Lease as in 8.30 Signed John Brayne B. Bond of same for fforty pounds Seal: 2 Seals Head of Socrates (?) Remarks: A. parchment 21 1/2"x20" B. paper, f'eap

Chipping Norton 51

Lease of Tenement &c Grantor: The Principall and Scholars of the King's Hall &c Grantee: Richard Brewer of London carver - & Jane his wife Grant: to R.B and Jane his wife administratix of the goods of Willoughby Johnson, Embroiderer, deceased, a lease similar 8.30 Neither signed nor sealed Remarks: parchment 25 1/4"x19 1/4"

1 Oct 1753

Chipping Norton 52

Act for Inclosure An Act for Inclosing the open and Common lands of Chipping Norton, Over Norton, Bartletts and Salford, Co. oxon

Sep 1769

Chipping Norton 53

Inclosure award Grant: An extract from the award of the Commissioners for inclosing the Lands &c of Chippingnorton. Mention made of Lands in lieu of the Priory Lands and of Chapel-House Remarks: Two 27"x21 1/2"

1 Aug 1776

Chipping Norton 54

Valuation of Estate Grant: At Chipping-Norton, Leased to Mr Guy. Parcel I. 1a. 2a. 21p II. 2 0 13. 3 3 (total) a 13. 3. 24 valued by Mr Stowe

29 May 1789

Chipping Norton 55

Lease Grantor: The Principal & Scholars of the Kings Hall and College of Brasen Nose Grantee: William Brewer of aldersgate Street, Swindon, carver. Grant: of their Tenement, arable land, pastures &c in the parish of Chipping Norton, Co. Oxon lately occupied by John Norgrove Tanner. deceased. Trees reserved - for 21 years. Rent 7 . 9 1/2 being two third parts &c. 2b: wheat 3b. 2 1/2 pk malt. (No signature) Seal: College seal, wafer, moderately good Remarks: Pt. 28 3/4"x21 1/2"

1 Oct 1782

Chipping Norton 56

Letters Grantor: from Joseph Higgins Grantee: to The College Grant: A. About a quit-rent at Chippingnorton - Hine Sessions and Brookes have been tenants of that estate - On what part of the land is the rent of 2s per annum, payable?

13 Nov 1788

B. He thinks it cannot be on 'annables' estate as the College suggest - 19 Nov 1788