Bishop of Dunblane
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The Bishop of Dunblane or Bishop of Strathearn was the ecclesiastical head of the Diocese of Dunblane or Strathearn, one of medieval Scotland's thirteen bishoprics. It was based at Dunblane Cathedral,
Dunblane Cathedral, seat (cathedra) of the bishops.
Nicholas de Balmyle
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Nicholas de Balmyle, also called Nicholas of St Andrews, was a Scottish administrator and prelate in the late 13th century and early 14th century. A graduate of an unknown university, he served his ea
Bishop of Dunblane
…William 1295 x 1296-1300 x 1301 Alpín of Strathearn 1301-1306 x 1307 Nicholas of Arbroath Nicholas was previously Abbot of Arbroath. 1307-1319 x 1320 Nicholas de Balmyle 1295 x 1296-1300 x 1301 Richard de Pontefract Nominated by Edward I of England to Papacy. Nomination unsuccessful. 1319 x 1322 Roger de Balnebrich The…
Modern ruins of St Andrews Cathedral. Although it is not known where Nicholas attended university, it is known that much of his early life was spent in and around this location.
Arbroath Abbey in Angus, where Nicholas would have spent much of his time as Chancellor.