The seats of the Round Table were more than places to sit. In Arthurian tradition, each seat represented a knight's place within the fellowship.
Elaine of Astolat’s sleeve — a scarlet token embroidered with pearls — allowed Lancelot to ride incognito at the tournament of Winchester. In doing so, it revealed more than it concealed.
Explore the world of medieval tournaments — from their origins as knightly training grounds to their grandeur in Arthurian legend. Discover jousts, melees, and the legendary contests at Winchester and Camelot where chivalry was tested and heroes were made.
The Tournament at Winchester, a grand chivalric event in Arthurian legend where Lancelot excels, rivalries surface, and the ideals of knighthood are put to the test.