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The Clifton Diocese Archivist is Canon Tony Harding. He's a retired priest whose active ministry sees him travelling throughout the West of England most weekends supplying for priests during their holidays.

You can contact Canon Harding, who may be able to assist with your enquiry, at Flat D, St John's Flats, South Parade, Bath BA2 4AF.

The Clifton Diocese archives are located at Alexander House in Bristol, the administrative centre for the diocese.

For more historical information about the diocese and bishops ‘The Diocese of Clifton 1850 - 2000’ (ISBN 0-9536689-0-8) is essential reading.  Clifton Diocese Archivist Canon Tony Harding is the main contributor to the book.  It’s available from the 'Books' section of this website.