Dr The Rt Rev. George Morley DD
(1597-1684)
Divinitatis Doctor and Bishop of Winchester (from 1662)
Commemorated on 2 plaques
Morley College was founded by Bishop Morley in 1672 as a charitable institution for widows of clergy from Winchester and Worcester Dioceses. The plaque ove the central doors was taken from the original building, which was entirely replaced under the supervision of architect John Colson in 1879-80. At that time the site was enlarged to include an area formerly occupied by the City cage and pillory. The property is private.
Morley College - grounds of Winchester Cathedral, Winchester, United Kingdom where they founded Morley College (1672)
This college for the widows of Clergymen who have ministered in the dioceses of Winchester and Worcester founded Bishop Morley A.D. 1672 was rebuilt A.D. 1880
Morley College - grounds of Winchester Cathedral, Winchester, United Kingdom where they founded Morley College (1672)