Edward Hill (1809–1900): Eldest son of Herbert and Catherine Hill. Educated at Westminster School and Christ Church, Oxford. Southey provided a stream of advice on Edward’s education, including the process of being elected a King’s Scholar at Westminster – an honour Edward achieved in 1823 – and whether he should proceed to Oxford or Cambridge. Edward was an excellent scholar and graduated with a First in 1830, becoming a Tutor at Christ Church. Southey liked and respected Edward and invited him to spend a number of holidays in Keswick, beginning in 1824. Edward was ordained in 1836 and held a series of curacies before becoming Rector of Sheering, Essex, 1849–1899 – the living was in the gift of Christ Church, Oxford.