Robert, known as the Devout, was born about 1096. He died about February 5th, 1170.
General Notes
Robert FitzHarding was a merchant at Bristol, Gloucestershire, England.
In 1141 he founded the Abbey of St. Augustine, at Bristol. In 1153/54 he received from Henry of Anjou, a grant of the castle and 'furness' of Berkeley. He gained the title of Lord of Berkeley [feudal baron] in 1155, confirmed by King Henry II. In 1168 he entertained Dermot Mac Murrough, King of Leinster, on his arrival.
Children of Robert FitzHarding and Eve * Helen FitzHarding * Maurice FitzRobert FitzHarding de Berkeley+