College of Arms, Queen Victoria Street 1976

The College of Arms — also known as the Heralds’ College — is located at 130 Queen Victoria Street in the City of London.

• Founded in 1484 by King Richard III, the College of Arms is the official authority on heraldry in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and many Commonwealth countries.

• It is responsible for granting coats of arms, maintaining genealogical records, and recording pedigrees of families.

• The college is made up of Heralds, who are professional experts in coats of arms and ceremonial matters.