A series of six films

The Court of Lord Lyon in Scotland has its origins in the 12th century when knights first used distinguishing marks on their surcoats for easy identification in the heat of battle.

As Lyon Clerk and Keeper of the Records, Malcolm Innes is responsible for maintaining a priceless collection of heraldic records dating back to the 16th century. He also helps Lord Lyon King of Arms in the daily administration of what is still a very active heraldic court.

His duties as Marchmont Herald are principally ceremonial and culminated in his recent attendance on The Queen, with the other heralds, at the installation of Prince Charles as a Knight of the Thistle at St Giles's Cathedral, Edinburgh.