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1. Collections
The Royal Armouries collection consists of arms, armour and artillery dating from antiquity to the present day, fine and decorative arts, a special collection of material relating to the history of the Tower of London, a library and archives.
2. About us
The Royal Armouries is the national museum of arms and armour for the United Kingdom. It is the oldest museum in the country and home to one of the great collections of arms and armour in the world.
3. Research
The Royal Armouries encourages research into arms and armour and related subjects from all periods of history from antiquity to the present day.
4. Video
See all of the Royal Armouries videos here in one place. These have all been posted on YouTube™.
5. Events
Events and activities for all the family at the Royal Armouries in Leeds: Jousting, knights fighting, costumed story telling and five floors of displays. One of the greatest collections of arms and armour in the world.
6. Events at RA Leeds
Visit the Royal Armouries in Leeds and experience the excitement of reliving some of the most important moments in our history – from early history to the present day. Costumed demonstrations, authentic re-enactments, entertaining films and interactive
7. Events at RA Tower of London
Experience 1000 years of history at the world famous White Tower at the Tower of London, home to the Royal Armouries.
8. Hands on History
A free interactive exhibition at the Royal Armouries in the Tower of London, exploring 10 centuries of Tower history.
9. The Arms and Armour Society
The Arms and Armour Society is one of the leading groups in the world of those concerned with the study, collection and preservation of arms and armour.
10. Oriental
The Oriental gallery in the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds.
11. Specialist Enquiries
Our team of specialists are able to answer all kinds of enquiries on the subject of arms and armour, related material, and of course its related history and the history of the Tower of London.
12. Gilding on plate armour
An analytical project to determine the presence of gold plating on steel armour.
13. Zinc coatings of Indian plate and mail armour
An analytical project to determine the presence of zinc on Indian mail armour.
14. Distinguishing replacement rivets on armour
An analytical project to determine the presence of replacement rivets on steel armour.
15. Investigating a sixteenth century Welsh buckler
An analytical project to determine the original appearance of a 16th century Welsh buckler shield.
16. An unusual form of oriental mail
An analytical project to determine how an Indian mail shirt was made.
17. The metallurgy of plate armour
An analytical project to examine the metallurgy of plate armour and changes in it through time and place.
18. The metallurgy of Japanese plate armour
An analytical project to determine the metallurgical quality and effectiveness of Japanese armour.
19. The jack of plates: Evidence of re-cycling
An analytical project to discover more about the iron plates in a Tudor jack of plates.
20. Duplex bulletproof armour
An analytical project to discover the makers mark on the inner plate of a duplex breastplate.
21. A Heavily restored Greek “Corinthian” helmet
An analytical project to determine the extent of earlier repairs to a 5th century BC “Corinthian” Greek helmet.
22. Hall of Steel
The Hall of Steel is one of the central features of the museum in Leeds. It can be seen from every floor, where it offers views of mass displays of arms and armour, over 2500 objects.
23. Events
Over the past 1,000 years the Tower of London has been used as a menagerie, armoury, mint and prison. Today it is a flagship museum showcasing the Royal Armouries’ glittering collection of arms, armour and historical artefacts.
24. White Tower Galleries
Today the Royal Armouries displays in the White Tower tell the story of the Tower Armouries evolution from working national arsenal to national museum.
25. Top 10 Objects
The Royal Armouries top 10 objects from its collection.
26. Collections Database
The object catalogue is a searchable database of the Royal Armouries collections presented through its image library and digital archives.
27. Robert Coltman Clephan
A brief account of the work and life of Robert Coltman Clephan (1839-1922)
28. Baron de Cosson
A brief account of the work and life of Baron de Cosson (1846-1929)
29. Harold Arthur Lee-Dillon
A brief account of the life and work of Harold Arthur Lee-Dillon, 17th Viscount of Costello-Gallen (1844-1932)
30. Charles John ffoulkes
A brief account of the life and work of Charles John ffoulkes (1868-1947)
31. John Hewitt
A brief account of the life and work of John Hewitt (1807-1878)
32. Sir Guy Francis Laking
A brief account of the life and work of Sir Guy Francis Laking (1875-1919)
33. Lt. Gen. Augustus Henry Lane Fox Pitt Rivers
A brief account of the life and work of Lt. Gen. Augustus Henry Lane Fox Pitt Rivers (1827-1900)
34. General Sir John Lefroy
A brief account of the life and work of General Sir John Lefroy (1817-1890)
35. General Sir John Lefroy
A brief account of the life and work of General Sir John Lefroy (1817-1890)
36. Sir James Mann
A brief account of the life and work of Sir James Mann (1897-1962)
37. Samuel Rush Meyrick
A brief account of the life and work of Samuel Rush Meyrick (1783-1848)
38. Medieval Warfare
This gallery is about the arms and armour of the Middle Ages up to about 1400.
39. 16th Century
16th century War gallery at the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds.
40. Horse Armour
The horse armour section of the Tournament gallery in the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds.
41. Self-defence
Self-defence display in the Self Defence gallery at the Royal Armouries museum in Leeds.
42. Thom Richardson
Thom Richardson is the Keeper of European Armour and Oriental collections at the Royal Armouries Museum based in Leeds.
43. Karen Watts
Karen Watts is Senior Curator of European Armour at the Royal Armouries Museum based in Leeds.
44. Hands-on Seminars
This series of seminars is intended to give you an opportunity to experience first hand some carefully selected objects from the Royal Armouries great collections within a particular context.
45. Object Handling Point
Throughout the week members of the Royal Armouries enabling team deliver short talks and handling sessions here, giving you the opportunity to find out a little more about armour, its development and its role in the modern world.
46. Studies in Depth: Medieval Realms
Study the Norman Conquest using the Bayeaux Tapestry as evidence and examine early and later Medieval armours in our handling sessions.
47. Studies in Depth: The English Civil Wars
The English Civil Wars are a key period for understanding the changing relationship between Crown and Parliament. Our object based sessions engage pupils as historians and help develop chronological understanding through this unique period of change.
48. Art and Design
A specialist art handling collection is available for students to use, including vintage and antique military uniforms, civilian fashions and ephemera. All sessions include objects from our handling collection and are accessible to all ages and abilities.
4 Events
1. Japanese Arms and Armour Seminar
Ian Bottomley, former senior curator of Oriental arms and armour at the Royal Armouries, gives a fascinating insight into the traditions and techniques of Japanese armourers and swordsmiths.
2. October Half Term
An action packed week to keep the kids out of mischief.
3. Family Fun Day
Fantastic and free activities for children visiting the White Tower
4. Half-term Children's Activities
Fantastic and free activities for children visiting the White Tower.