The Arms’ Keepers: The Medieval Heralds

Coats of arms were displayed by medieval knights so that they could be identified and recognised. Only heralds knew all the arms in the realm and abroad; therefore, they were responsible for identifying prisoners and the dead after every battle. Owing to their particular knowledge, they lent their name to the study of coats of arms: heraldry. This course will provide an introduction to the role of medieval heralds and will explore the origins of heraldry.

• Tutor: Cristina Figueredo BA MA PhD
• Term: Autumn
• Day: Saturday
• Start Date: 23 October 2021
• Time: 2-5pm
• No. of weeks: 1
• Full fee: £25

This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining the course will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable) as well as a reliable broadband connection.

Register for this course online