The Coldstream Guards

Renowned for their discipline and courage, Coldstream Guards are infantry soldiers who specialise in light role operations: performing reconnaissance, operating machine guns and mortars, and engaging enemy troops on foot and in light vehicles. This versatility makes the regiment one of the most important fighting units in the British Army.

Coldstream Guards also have a ceremonial role as protectors of the royal palaces, including Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace. The Band of the Coldstream Guards is one of the oldest and best-known military marching bands in the world.

Life in the Coldstream Guards is based on Infantry skills. With an array of opportunities for personal development and education. What job role will you choose?

• Airborne
• Rifleman
• Machine Gunner
• Sniper
• Reconnaissance 
• Mortar Operator
• Anti-Tank Specialist
• Pioneer 
• Signaller
• Transport Specialist
• Logistical Support
• Physical Training Instructor
• Tailor
• Ceremonial
• Bandsman

As a member of the Coldstream Guards, you can expect to participate in large ceremonial events attended by members of the Royal family and Heads of States. These events are broadcast to millions of people around the world.

They include;

• The King's Birthday Parade
• Beating Retreat
• Changing the Guard
• Guard of Honour
• Festival of Remembrance

As a member of The King's personal bodyguard, you will have the opportunity to stand guard outside Royal Residences such as;

• Buckingham Palace 
• St James's Palace 
• Tower of London 
• Windsor Castle