[2] Merton College was founded in 1264, but its corporate existence does not actually begin till 1274. Similarly, Peterhouse, founded in 1281, did not possess buildings or enjoy a common life till 1284, the year of Hugh de Balsham’s death.
[3] Much of the glass was re-touched in the last century, and some was added about 1845.
[4] Waynflete had, no doubt, something to say about the building of the College. He was a great architect, as his work at Tattershall Castle shows.
[5] The tower may be compared with the palace which Alcock built at Ely. Both are admirable examples of their style.
[6] With the exception of the range of buildings (1822) forming an extension of the east side of Cloister Court.
[7] There is a somewhat untrustworthy tradition that Ben Jonson was a member of the college for a very short time. His means, although aided by the generosity of a friend, did not allow him to stay at Cambridge. Barry Cornwall supposed him to have been here or at Trinity.
[8] Professor W. E. Collins, of King’s College, London, the historian, should, however, be mentioned as an undergraduate and late tutor of Selwyn.
[9] These Schools were designed by the late Mr J. L. Pearson, R.A.
