"The visit begins with the story of the Household Cavalry itself, tracing its origins from the 17th century to the present day. The two regiments - the Life Guards and the Blues and Royals - are introduced through uniforms, weapons, paintings, and personal stories. There's plenty here for anyone interested in military history, but it's presented in a clear, accessible way rather than drowning you in dates and regimental minutiae."
"What really sets the museum apart, though, is the working stable. Through a large (and slightly dirty) glass screen, you can look directly into the yard and see the horses being groomed, exercised, or calmly waiting between duties. Depending on the time of day, you might catch mucking out, tack being cleaned, or soldiers going about the everyday routines that keep ceremonial life running smoothly."
"That window is in a room you can clearly see was also once part of the stables, and they've put out child-friendly (and some adult-friendly) opportunities to put on uniforms. The focus quickly shifts back to history, with exhibitions on famous campaigns, changing roles in modern warfare, and the evolution of uniforms and equipment. And see if you can spot the nude soldier."
The Household Cavalry Museum sits behind a statue in central London and combines historical exhibits with a live view into active cavalry stables. Exhibits trace the Household Cavalry from the 17th century to the present, introducing the Life Guards and the Blues and Royals through uniforms, weapons, paintings, and personal stories. Visitors can watch horses being groomed, exercised, and tended through a large glass screen, and observe everyday stable routines like mucking out and tack cleaning. Child-friendly and adult interactive uniform displays are available. Exhibitions cover famous campaigns, modern roles, and the evolution of ceremonial uniforms and equipment.
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