In 1801 Bishop James Bowstead was born. He was educated at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge University where he received BA in 1824 and DD in 1834.
In 1837 Bishop James Bowstead [aged 36] was appointed Rector of All Saints Church, Rettendon.
On 13th July 1838 Bishop James Bowstead [aged 37] was elected Bishop of Sodor and Man by Queen Victoria [aged 19].
On 22nd July 1838 Bishop James Bowstead [aged 37] was consecrated Bishop of Sodor and Man by Archbishop William Howley [aged 72].
On 23rd January 1840 Bishop James Bowstead [aged 39] was translated to Bishop of Lichfield.
Before 11th October 1843. Martin Archer Shee [aged 73]. Portrait of Bishop James Bowstead [aged 42].
On 11th October 1843 Bishop James Bowstead [aged 42] died from a fall from a horse. Monument at Holy Trinity Church, Eccleshall [Map].
