Stephen de Fulbourn

De Fulbourn was translated to Tuam by a Papal bull dated 12 July 1286, having previously been Bishop of Waterford and Preceptor of Clerkenwell Priory, a foundation of the Knights Hospitallers.

The History of the Popes states that his appointment took place: after a long contest between the rival claims of two other candidates, who had been severally elected by different portions of the Chapter of Tuam.

He held the see of Enachdune (Annaghdown) as well as that of Tuam; but not without serious opposition from a rival, John de Ufford, who had been elected Bishop and had received the King's confirmation of his appointment.

[2] Nicholas was himself accused of corruption a few years later, and died in prison, having been unable to prove his innocence, or pay his debts to the English Crown.

The valuables included rich items made of gold and silver, furs, fifteen horses, silk shoes and luxurious foodstuffs like figs and almonds.