The Queen's Guard (Royal Guard)

The Queen’s Guard, also known as the Royal Guard, is a ceremonial group responsible for protecting the British monarch and royal residences, primarily Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle. Comprising highly trained soldiers from the British Army, they perform changing-of-the-guard ceremonies featuring precise drills and uniformed displays. While their role is ceremonial, they are also capable of operational security duties. Their distinctive red tunics and bearskin hats make them iconic symbols of tradition and pageantry, representing both the historical heritage of the monarchy and the disciplined military service of the UK.