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Household Cavalry Museum

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Household Cavalry Museum

KidRated’s Household Cavalry Museum Top Tips:

Best for kids & teens: Chat to real life soldiers doing their job
Best for parents: The museum is small, so the perfect add on to watching the Changing of the Guard
Top tip: Catch the public inspection of the Household Cavalry every day at 4 pm

The Household Cavalry Museum, situated in the historic Horse Guards building, is a fantastic destination. This museum brings to life the story of the Life Guards and the Blues and Royals.

Perfect for horse and history lovers, the museum offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the Household Cavalry. Formed in 1661 and still serving today as the King’s mounted bodyguard on ceremonial occasions in the UK and as an operational regiment serving in armoured vehicles around the world. Kids and teens will be captivated by personal stories about the rigorous training, the interactive displays, and stunning rare objects.

The museum also offers fun, hands-on activities. Your kids can dress up like a Cavalry Soldier, see the Regiment in action, and even peek into the working stables. It’s a fantastic way for them to learn about history while having a great time.

There are always kid-friendly activities available during school holidays, including craft activities. Be sure to check the website for special holiday events and visiting details.

A visit to the Household Cavalry Museum is a delightful and memorable experience for the whole family. It combines history, interactive fun, and the unique charm of London’s heritage, making it a perfect day out for parents and kids exploring the city.

Booking Advice:

Family tickets available
Book tickets online
Make sure to check out Horse Guards Parade and bag a good spot to watch the changing of the guard

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VISITOR INFORMATION

Where:

The Household Cavalry Museum
Horse Guards
Whitehall
London SW1A 2AX

Phone number:

+44 (0)20 7930 3070

How to get there:

Tube: Near Charing Cross, Embankment and Westminster

Teen Verdict

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Jim

This is a good one for history lovers like me. I really liked learning about the inner workings of the Queens Guard and also seeing the horses and their role within everything. We also stopped in the gift shop which was really nice. I wouldn’t put this museum on the top of my list of history museums but it’s definitely a good one if you’ve already been to the obvious ones.

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Laura Porter

Be aware there’s some of the original cobbled stone flooring where you enter so while it is a ground floor accessible museum, it can be a bumpy ride.
There are steps for younger visitors to get a better view of the stables in action. There’s a glass wall and you can see the horses being groomed.
The exhibit room, after the stables, has smooth flooring and lots of glass cabinets.
The shop is small but pretty good for souvenirs and gifts.

You can find loads more information by Laura Porter at aboutlondonlaura.com

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