Household Cavalry Museum & Afternoon Tea at The Royal Horseguards Hotel

Enjoy a visit to The Household Cavalry Museum which is a living Museum in the heart of Horse Guards, Whitehall, London. As one of the city’s most historic buildings.

Dating from 1750, it is still the headquarters of the Household Division, in which the Household Cavalry has performed the Queen’s Life Guard in a daily ceremony that has remained broadly unchanged for over 350 years.

It celebrates the history and accomplishments of The Household Cavalry offering a unique ‘behind the scenes’ look at the work that goes into the ceremonial and armoured reconnaissance role of HM The King’s Mounted Bodyguard. It is a living museum about real people doing a real job in a real place.

Through a large glazed partition you can see troopers working with horses in the original 18th century stables. The experience comes alive with compelling personal stories, first hand accounts of the troopers’ rigorous and demanding training, interactive displays and stunning rare objects – many on public display for the first time.

After your visit you can talk a stroll along The Mall to The Royal Horseguards Hotel to enjoy a relaxing dining experience.

An impressive historic building in London, The Royal Horseguards Hotel is situated on the River Thames at the Embankment.
It encompasses two iconic buildings: The National Liberal Club which has played host to historical icons including Churchill, Gladstone and Lloyd-George; and the club’s magnificent apartments which were previously the home of the first chief of Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service.

Inside you’ll find Victorian grandeur combined with elegant, first-class contemporary comfort which sets The Royal Horseguards Hotel apart as one of the finest hotels near Westminster.

The sample menu is as follows, this is subject to seasonal changes.

Sweet Treats:
Lemon meringue pie
Strawberry tart
Chocolate eclair
Gin and lime pebble

Sandwiches:
Cucumber and cream cheese fingers
Egg mayo and cress fingers
Smoked salmon fingers
Ham and English mustard fingers

Fruit scone or plain scone
with strawberry & raspberry jam and Cornish clotted cream

Choice of Tea:
English, Breakfast, Strawberry & Cream (The Royal Horseguards’ unique blend)
Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Mint, Green, Fruit, Chamomile

Please note the opening times and dates are subject to close due to short notice.

When can I go?

The Museum is available until March 2023, open Wednesday to Sunday 10am-5pm. Last entry is 60min before closing, The Hotel serves Afternoon Tea daily, from 13.00 - 16.30. Excluding Bank Holidays.

How long will my experience last?

The Household Cavalry Museum will last around 1 hour and the Afternoon Tea also around 1 hour.

How many people is this experience for?

This experience is for two people, there will be others there on the day.

What else do I need to know?

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated.

How will I receive my gift experience voucher?

On the basket page, you can select from the following delivery options:

• eVoucher: within 15 minutes ( Free ) 
• eVoucher: direct to recipient on a specific date ( Free ) 
• Royal Mail 1st class: 3-5 working days ( £2.99 ) 
• Special Delivery: Next Day when ordered before 2pm Monday to Friday via DPD ( £7.99 )