Papers regarding Nicholas Ferrar and other matters

Nicholas Ferrar (1592-1637), theologian, attended Clare Hall, Cambridge (B.A., 1610; M.A., 1613), where he became a fellow in 1610. In 1613 he attended James I's daughter Elizabeth, Queen of Bohemia, on her journey to Holland. He remained on the continent until 1618, and on his return was engaged in the work of the Virginia Company from 1619 until its dissolution in 1623. In 1624 Ferrar became a member of parliament and was involved in the impeachment of the Earl of Middlesex. He was ordained deacon in 1626, and became chaplain to the Anglican community in Little Gidding, where he remained until his death on 4 December 1637.

Copies of miscellaneous documents, many relating to Nicholas Ferrar.

The papers were formerly the property of Edward Almack. Purchased 1909.

Please cite as Cambridge University Library, Department of Manuscripts and University Archives, Papers regarding Nicholas Ferrar and other matters, MS Add.4484