A tour of the College of Arms

Enjoy a tour of the College of Arms, the official heraldic authority for England, Wales, Northern Ireland and much of the Commonwealth including Australia and New Zealand.

Join us for a visit to the historic College of Arms, guardian of heraldry and royal pedigrees. Explore its striking post-Great Fire architecture and learn more of the fascinating world of coats of arms.

Coat of arms of the College of Arms 
© Sodacan, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>;, via Wikimedia Commons

The College of Arms is one of Britan’s most remarkable historic institutions, serving as the official authority for heraldry in England and Wales, Northern Ireland and much of the Commonwealth. Founded in 1484 by King Richard III, it is home to the Kings of Arms, Heralds, and Pursuivants, who oversee the granting and recording of coats of arms, maintain genealogical records and play ceremonial roles at major state occasions, including coronations and royal funerals.

Tickets £45 including a glass of wine

Header image: © Andreas Praefcke, CC BY 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0>;, via Wikimedia Commons