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Yeoman Warders Collection

Yeoman Warders, also known as Beefeaters, are the ceremonial guardians of the Tower of London

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London (b / w photo)

Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London (b / w photo)
XJF466240 Yeoman Warders of the Tower of London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: The Queen Opening Parliament: Procession in the Peers Corridor, 1876. Creator: Unknown

The Queen Opening Parliament: Procession in the Peers Corridor, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The Queen Opening Parliament: Procession in the Peers Corridor, 1876. Queen Victoria...accompanied by their Royal Highnesses the Princess of Wales

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: The Yeomen of the Guard at the Tower in their New Costume, 1858. Creator: Unknown

The Yeomen of the Guard at the Tower in their New Costume, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Yeomen of the Guard at the Tower in their New Costume, 1858. Beefeaters get new uniforms. The warders are a study, with their black velvet hats and particoloured ribbons

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: Yeoman of King's Bodyguard of Yeomen of the Guard, 1937. Creator: Unknown

Yeoman of King's Bodyguard of Yeomen of the Guard, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Yeoman of King's Bodyguard of Yeomen of the Guard, 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: Officer of the King's Bodyguard of Yeomen of the Guard, 1937. Creator: Unknown

Officer of the King's Bodyguard of Yeomen of the Guard, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Officer of the King's Bodyguard of Yeomen of the Guard, 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: Their Majesties The King and Queen, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London

Their Majesties The King and Queen, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
Their Majesties The King and Queen, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London

The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London

The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. Creator: Photochrom Co Ltd of London
The King and Queen Leaving Buckingham Palace, 1937. From "The Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth". [The Photochrom Co. Ltd. London, 1937 ]

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: The opening of the Colonial and Indian Exhibition by the Queen - Twixt East and West, 1886

The opening of the Colonial and Indian Exhibition by the Queen - Twixt East and West, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The opening of the Colonial and Indian Exhibition by the Queen - Twixt East and West, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: Arch in the Dinner Pavilion... 1850. Creator: Unknown

Arch in the Dinner Pavilion... 1850. Creator: Unknown
Arch in the Dinner Pavilion, designed by M. Soyer, (Royal Agricultural Society of England Meeting and Exhibition), 1850. From "Illustrated London News", 1850

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: England, London, Tower of London, Beefeaters in State Dress

England, London, Tower of London, Beefeaters in State Dress

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday October 13. 1888, 1888. Creator: Unknown

The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday October 13. 1888, 1888. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday October 13. 1888, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: The Grand Buffet, St. Georges Hall... 1844. Creator: Unknown

The Grand Buffet, St. Georges Hall... 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Grand Buffet, St. Georges Hall, at the Garter Banquet, given for His Majesty the King of the French, 1844. Royal plate at Windsor Castle used for banquets

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: The Guard-Room, St Jamess Palace, 1844. Creator: Unknown

The Guard-Room, St Jamess Palace, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Guard-Room, St Jamess Palace, 1844. Visitors in one of Londons royal palaces: the Armoury, or Guard-Room, forming the entrance to the suite of state rooms from the grand staircase

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: A Fresh Breeze, August 4, 1789. August 4, 1789. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

A Fresh Breeze, August 4, 1789. August 4, 1789. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Fresh Breeze, August 4, 1789

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: Horse Armoury, Tower of London, November 1, 1809. November 1, 1809

Horse Armoury, Tower of London, November 1, 1809. November 1, 1809
Horse Armoury, Tower of London, November 1, 1809

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: Tower of London Yeoman Warders, c1920. Creator: Unknown

Tower of London Yeoman Warders, c1920. Creator: Unknown
Tower of London Yeoman Warders, c1920. The famous London Beefeaters in their Tudor uniform. The ceremonial guardians of the Tower of London

Background imageYeoman Warders Collection: Queen Anne and the Knights of Garter, c. 1720s (oil on canvas)

Queen Anne and the Knights of Garter, c. 1720s (oil on canvas)
XCF274358 Queen Anne and the Knights of Garter, c.1720s (oil on canvas) by Angelis or Angillis, Pierre (1685-1734); National Portrait Gallery, London


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Yeoman Warders, also known as Beefeaters, are the ceremonial guardians of the Tower of London. These iconic figures have been protecting and preserving this historic site for centuries. With their distinctive red uniforms and traditional Tudor bonnets, they stand out as symbols of British heritage and tradition. They can not just guards; they are also knowledgeable guides who lead tours around the Tower, sharing stories and legends from its dark past. Their role is to ensure the safety of visitors while maintaining the integrity of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Despite their imposing appearance, they can known for their friendly demeanor and sense of humor. They interact with tourists, posing for photos and answering questions about the history of the Tower. Being a Yeoman Warder is a prestigious position that requires years of military service and a deep knowledge of British history. Only those with an exemplary record can be appointed to this esteemed role. In addition to their duties at the Tower, Yeoman Warders participate in ceremonial events such as state banquets and royal processions. They represent a link to England's rich past and continue to uphold traditions that date back hundreds of years.