William Middleton | |
|---|---|
| Bishop of Norwich | |
| Elected | 24 February 1278 |
| Installed | 27 November 1278 |
| Term ended | either 31 August or 1 September 1288 |
| Predecessor | Roger Skerning |
| Successor | Ralph Walpole |
| Other post(s) | Archdeacon of Canterbury |
| Orders | |
| Consecration | 29 May 1278 by Archbishop Robert Kilwardy, O.P., with unknown co-consecrators |
| Personal details | |
| Died | either 31 August or 1 September 1288 |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
| Profession | previously clerk; also administrator |
William Middleton (or William de Middleton; died 31 August or 1 September 1288) was a medieval Bishop of Norwich.
Middleton began his career as a clerk in the Jewish exchequer in 1265. He was given custody of the rolls in 1276, and in 1277 was at the French royal court.[1] He was an official of Canterbury when he was appointed Archdeacon of Canterbury by Archbishop Robert Kilwardby in October 1275. He may also have held a prebend in the diocese of London.[2]
Middleton was elected on 24 February 1278 and was consecrated on 29 May 1278. He was enthroned at Norwich Cathedral on 27 November 1278.[3] He continued to work on royal administrative business after his election and consecration.[1]
In July 1287 Middleton was appointed to the offices of Seneschal of Gascony and Lieutenant of the Duchy of Aquitaine.[4] He died 31 August[3] or 1 September 1288.[5]