A name that became popularised throughout England and then much further afield in the wake of the Norman Conquest of 1066, ‘Palmer’ originally denoted a Christian pilgrim or missionary.
• Far removed from this original calling, others have gained high honours and distinction not only on the field of battle but also in the contemporary worlds of entertainment, sport and a number of other pursuits.
• The colourful and prominent tale of the Palmers is recounted here.