Family Days Out

Discover a family adventure like no other at the Household Cavalry Museum.
From dressing up in real uniforms to watching the King's Life Guard at work, there's something for everyone.

With lots of our visitors being families, we’re proud to offer activities and experiences that create memories to treasure.

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Why Families Love Visiting

Friendly Faces
Our welcoming staff and volunteers are always ready with a smile (and often a cup of tea!). You'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

Dress Up Fun
Try on real uniforms, helmets, and boots - perfect for that family photo!

Meet the Horses
Get a rare view into the working stables through our glass viewing window and see the King’s Life Guard prepare for their ceremonial duties.

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Family Activities and Crafts

Join us for hands-on fun throughout the year, with activities including:
Medal Making
Hobby Horse Building
Horse Crafts
Albert Helmet Crafting
Horse Mask Making
Soldier Collage Creations
Poppy Crafting (linked to our major poppy display)
Clean Your Kit Like a Trooper Workshops
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Special Relaxed Early Openings

We believe every family should enjoy their visit. Our Relaxed Early Openings for families with additional needs include:
Army LEGO Play Table
Craft and Handling Tables
Sensory Tent and Corner
Sensory Trail
Sensory Backpacks
Designed in consultation with families, these sessions offer a calmer, more accessible way to explore and enjoy the museum.
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Explore Together All Year Round

Family Museum Trails

Children aged 6–12
Under 5s with their grown-ups

Seasonal adventures

Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Find the royal golden egg!
Christmas Trail: A festive quest through the museum
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Family Tours

Step into the world of the Household Cavalry with our specially designed family tours. Led by knowledgeable guides - and sometimes even real soldiers - these tours bring the sights, sounds, and traditions of the King’s Life Guard to life.

Tours start at the front of the museum and often include live demonstrations, fun storytelling, and opportunities for little ones to ask questions and get involved.

Whether it's your first visit or your fifth, every family tour offers a fresh way to experience history together.

Admissions

Create unforgettable memories at the Household Cavalry Museum - where history, horses, and hands-on fun come to life.
Book tickets
Ticket type
Price
Adults
£11.00
Children (aged 6-16)
£8.00
Over 60's
£9.50
Family Ticket 1 (1 adult and up to 3 children)
£25.00
Family Ticket 2 (2 adults and up to 3 children)
£29.00
Serving Household Cavalry personnel and accompanying families
Free of charge
Household Cavalry Veterans
Free of charge
Serving Military personnel and other Regimental veterans
50% discount on the front door £5.00
Carers/Access companions
Free of charge (no ticket required)
Museums Association membership card
Free (no pre-booking required)
National Art Pass membership card
Free (no pre-booking required)
Go City - London Pass
Free (no pre-booking required)

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Public Inspection

Catch the public inspection of the Household Cavalry every day at 4pm.
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Audio guide

Pick up an audio guide to learn even more as you wander round the museum.
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Join an activity

Pick up a family friendly museum trail or download & print at home and bring it to the museum on the day!
Museum Detective Trail
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