Acca of Hexham
SaintOctober 20 · 660–740
Acca of Hexham (660, Hexham — 740, Hexham) — Saint, Catholic bishop. Feast day: 20 October.
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Acca of Hexham was an 8th-century Northumbrian prelate who served as the abbot and bishop of Hexham from 709 until 732. A loyal companion to Wilfrid, he was recognized for his deep theological knowledge and musical talent. He played a significant role in supporting the historian Bede, providing him with various materials for his writings. Following his tenure in Hexham, his later life remains subject to different historical accounts, including possibilities of exile or service in other regions.

