Esquire Bedell

The word is closely related to the archaic bedel and modern English beadle.

The title Esquire Bedell was first used in 1473 and formally recognised in the university statutes by Edward VI in 1549.

[1] The principal bedell was assisted in both administrative and ceremonial duties by a secondary or sub-bedell.

Esquires Bedell are primarily[clarification needed] associated with universities in the United Kingdom.

These are largely administrative positions, although performing the traditional duties of a bedell for graduation ceremonies.