[2] King John of England, however, contested the election until 10 June 1215, when he finally accepted it.

[1] This was an example of Early English Gothic, and earned praise from the medieval chronicler Matthew Paris.

However, much of the work done during Northwold's episcopate was later reworked during the 14th century, with the buttresses and some of the exterior and interior walls still remaining.

[7] Hugh died on 6 August 1254[4] at Downham Market and was buried in his presbytery in Ely Cathedral.

[8] The tomb is now located near the high altar in the north choir aisle of Ely Cathedral.