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  • @blondeblue156
    @blondeblue156 8 місяців тому +372

    It amazes me the rudeness of people constantly coming up to grab to reins of the horse. Then when scolded, they just laugh, creating laughter in the crowd. These are soldiers doing an official job, not actors in costume. They deserve respect and if nothing more than to read that dang sign!

    • @brendagaither7169
      @brendagaither7169 4 місяці тому +22

      Me too, they are so arrogant.

    • @jjlpinct
      @jjlpinct 4 місяці тому +1

      Fuck UA-cam

    • @karma4872
      @karma4872 3 місяці тому +4

      Agree

    • @marlhawthorne1137
      @marlhawthorne1137 3 місяці тому +11

      Why are people allowed near the horses and Why would you leave a child unattended near a horse. Please someone with some sanity have the guards and their horse protected from the public. Don't they realise the danger or does it take something really bad to happen before things change.

    • @2003solitaire
      @2003solitaire 3 місяці тому +8

      @@jjlpinct Don't be so ignorant.
      These are highly trained soldiers​ who put their lives on the line to protect us.
      This ceremonial position is a very small part of their duty. !!

  • @cynthiabruce8082
    @cynthiabruce8082 10 місяців тому +797

    Those are the same type of toursists who try to pet a buffalo in Yellowstone.

    • @suek7086
      @suek7086 9 місяців тому +28

      Yes! I was thinking the same.

    • @SusanCowan-eb1tq
      @SusanCowan-eb1tq 9 місяців тому

      Do not pet the fuzzy cows! Dumb Humans.

    • @cbufffly
      @cbufffly 8 місяців тому +40

      As someone who lives next door to a bison ranch in WY, home of Yellowstone Pk, I can tell you the stories about idiot tourists are not exaggerated. Having also grown up around them in the Rockies, they can literally turn their bulky bodies on a dime. Something I've always been aware of and choose to respect.
      While on field assignment for the USGS, I was snapping pics of bison grazing in small groups which would be used for a poster. Very, very expensive cam and center of my concern. I had been accompanied by the ranch Mgr and at my signal, he stopped and I jumped out, and started shooting. After five minutes or so stopped to see if I had enough shots and the feeling that my personal space had been invaded overwhelmed me. Turning my head ever so slightly over my right shoulder I saw the hind quarters of a yearling bison. My body followed my head and I found myself face to face with him, staring into a pair of the most breath-taking dark eyes framed by gorgeous lush eyelashes. I froze and he froze. Staring at each other. Finally, I realized I'd left the truck's door open and took a giant leap backward, and then one more back into the truck slamming the door. He trotted right over and kinda forlornly gazed in the window. As we drove off the Mgr finally stopped laughing, saying Damn, a real life bison stare down! I couldn't help thinking, no kidding, at least it wasn't a stomp down.

    • @juditrotter5176
      @juditrotter5176 8 місяців тому +39

      A Yellowstone Ranger titled his book “Don’t Pet the Fuzzy Cows!”

    • @gailscibelli9148
      @gailscibelli9148 8 місяців тому +7

      YEP!!!

  • @AishaMahrous
    @AishaMahrous 10 місяців тому +812

    I do not think tourists should be permitted to position themselves so close to the horses or place their hands on them

    • @АнтонинаРыбак-р4и
      @АнтонинаРыбак-р4и 10 місяців тому +49

      Я из Молдовы и английский понимаю очень плохо, но я всё-таки смогла прочитать надпись на табличке рядом с гвардейцем, о том, что не надо подходить и трогать, что лошадь может ударить или укусить. Но похоже, что все туристы вообще не умеют читать- все лезут к лошади , хватают за повод, трогают её. И хотя лошади гвардейцев специально обучены всё равно это очень опасно. Ведь от людей пахнет по разному и лошадь может испугаться резкого и неприятного для неё запаха. Какие глупые люди, и какие замечательные лошади. А у гвардейцев вообще сложная служба. Отвечают и за себя и за лошадь. Это очень сложно!

    • @margaretreid2153
      @margaretreid2153 9 місяців тому +29

      No I agree,mauling that poor horse all day,is not acceptable

    • @jandrews6254
      @jandrews6254 9 місяців тому +49

      Tourists are as thick as two short planks!
      They may have never seen a horse before but surely it’s size indicates you should take better care for your safety. They aren’t stuffed toys

    • @jpburnez5655
      @jpburnez5655 8 місяців тому +20

      YOU ARE 100% CORRECT!!
      AT LEAST THAT WAS ONE OF THE RULES WE MUST FOLLOW AT THE MOUNTED POLICE DIVISION WHERE I USED TO WORK AT!! ACTUALLY THE SAME RULES APPLIED FOR ALL THE 11 MOUNTED POLICE DIVISIONS WE HAD AROUND ALL 11 POLICING 🚔 AREAS. BY THAT TIME WE HAD MORE THAN 100 EQUINES AND TRAINED JOCKEY POLICE ENFORCEMENT AGENTS + FEDERAL AGENTS. BASICALLY FROM EVERY SINGLE FEDERAL POLICE UNIT OR AGENCY WE WERE WALKING WITH THEM.
      WE NEVER WANTED PEOPLE TO GET HURT, NONE TO BE SUED NEITHER, SPECIALLY FOR SOMETHING THAT IS BASICALLY 99% AVOIDABLE DURING A NORMAL 🐎 HORSE/HUMAN INTERACTION.
      USING COMMON SENSE, KNOWING THAT AS HORSES THEY WILL BEHAVE FIRST LIKE ANIMALS AND SECONDLY AS TRAINED EQUINES.
      AT THE MOMENT POLICE HORSES ARE MOUNTED THEY KNOW THEY HAVE TO RESET THEIR BEHAVIOR PATTERNS FROM BEEN SPOILED AND PLAYFUL TO WORK AND TAKING DOWN RIOTS + CRIMINALS APPREHENSIONS.
      SO YES, JUST LIKE OUR MINDSETS CHANGE DURING A NERVERECKING SITUATION, THE SAME THING HAPPENS WITH EQUINES AND K-9 OFFICERS. IT IS A 360° DEGREE VISUALLY CHANGE FOR BOTH; THE EQUINES AND HIS/HERS JOCKEY PARTNER.
      SO NEXT TIME IF YOU SEE A FIGHT AND RIOT KNOWING THAT THE MOUNTED POLICE OS AROUND, TRY TO RUN QUICKLY TO THE OPPOSITE SITE OF THE SITUATION.
      THOSE ARE MY
      2 CENTS OVER A SITUATION LIKE THAT BECAUSE I'VE SEEN IT, BEEN THERE & DONE THAT...AND AIN'T FUNNY AT ALL.
      GOD BLESS EVERY SINGLE ONE OF Y'ALL!!!
      💪🙏🏻❤
      PLEASE TRY TO BE SAFE AS MORE AS Y'ALL CAN!!🙏🏻

    • @jpburnez5655
      @jpburnez5655 8 місяців тому

      ​@@АнтонинаРыбак-р4и and just like wolves and other predators they can smell if you are almost terribly ill and week. Horses will know it.
      If you have an illness like cancer or any biological hormone suppressor they will know it, just like dogs do...and they will test your character and strength because THEY DON'T KNOW YOU! NOT BECAUSE THEY ARE SUPPOSEDLY EVIL! I STILL CAN NOT COMPREHEND WHY MANY OF THE CONTRADICTIONS FROM (MILK ,🍖😮 MEAT AND THE BOOK OF KORAN) DURING THE WAR EXTENDED TO ALL.

  • @annarnall4750
    @annarnall4750 10 місяців тому +273

    If any of the horses kick out front or back and ends up seriously hurting a member of the public it's their own fault not the horse or guard who is doing brilliantly controlling the horse with one hand.

    • @nana5311
      @nana5311 5 місяців тому +13

      I am not watching this anymore
      Guards tell u to move people scream back like that one woman. Time to stop this

    • @sallymount3979
      @sallymount3979 4 місяці тому +3

      A true Horseman in charge of his mount

    • @luciabella1859
      @luciabella1859 11 днів тому +1

      Non capisco tutto questo,visitatori di continuo a disturbare chi lavora,io farei pagare un ticket

    • @susanhannafin3793
      @susanhannafin3793 6 днів тому

      ​@sa 3:43 llymount3979 you are talking bollocks 😅

  • @paulaspencer-snell7278
    @paulaspencer-snell7278 10 місяців тому +168

    Those horses are absolutely amazing. So patient with all those people keep touching them. Well done to our wonderful guards.

  • @RainCloud848
    @RainCloud848 9 місяців тому +1746

    For those who think the horses are abused: The horses stand for one hour, with those types of bits, and won't be back for another one-hour duty for a week. There is a load of info on the horses on here and the internet. it isn't what you think. The horses have regular bits and bridles just like my horse Bert. These bits are a roller bit and a curved bit I was told by a commenter. Some of the horses play with them you can hear the horses who like to clink them together. One of the horses likes to have his tongue out. These horses weigh in at 1200 pounds. They are Irish Draught. The horses are trained to hear the bells and they know their duty is over for a week or more. They know they will be pampered for the rest of the day, every day. Watch some of the videos on here with the horses and the Guards at the seaside...it's beautiful. You will notice the horses act like children rolling in the sand. My horse, Bert, is nowhere the size of these beasts. Necks as thick as tree trunks. THE GUARDS (sigh) "The Household Cavalry own some of the finest horses in all of England, stabled up at the Hyde Park Barracks in central London. There are 235 glossy blacks, 14 ice-cool greys, and four drum horses that make up the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment. Love these videos!

    • @paebakellison5377
      @paebakellison5377 8 місяців тому +191

      I really appreciate information like this about the horses and Guards. The horses are kept in top performance conditions, just like the Guards' weapons. Thank you for the information.

    • @gaylestephan3250
      @gaylestephan3250 8 місяців тому +195

      Thank you so much. I am from the U. S. and I think the Horses and Guards are fascinating.
      Watching the videos at times infuriates me on how people can treat these Guards with such disrespect . 🐴🐎

    • @gwenstone3903
      @gwenstone3903 8 місяців тому +89

      Thank you for your knowledge ❤

    • @jod6984
      @jod6984 8 місяців тому +79

      Thank you for the information. Very appreciated.

    • @glennhosick1514
      @glennhosick1514 8 місяців тому +78

      Absolutely outstanding information.
      Thank you for taking the time to gen us up on such beautiful horses 🐎
      of the House Hold Cavalry 🟦🟥🟦
      Appreciated.
      By the sounds of things bert 🐎
      is also living his lovely life with you❤

  • @terrieseverson6346
    @terrieseverson6346 10 місяців тому +801

    It still amazes me how rude tourists can be; especially when two Kings Guardsmen are busy conversing and the pushy Ken’s and Karen’s can’t wait just a few minutes to get their pic😢taken. Disgusting rude😠

    • @daphnethurlow5388
      @daphnethurlow5388 10 місяців тому +59

      Good manners are like hen's teeth...

    • @ront2424
      @ront2424 10 місяців тому +47

      @@martyzink6273 yeah the entitlement of this demographic is unreal. They think they can do what they want when they want.

    • @danhicks684
      @danhicks684 10 місяців тому +19

      When do the Kings Guards say goodnight I mean what time is quitting time for those fellows?

    • @danhicks684
      @danhicks684 10 місяців тому +10

      @@martyzink6273 thankyou

    • @PatMott
      @PatMott 10 місяців тому +7

      Why is it u never see what they are talking Abt. Its very disappointing.

  • @elizabethturel78
    @elizabethturel78 10 місяців тому +674

    I still can’t believe the British government allows tourists to treat their soldiers like a petting zoo.🤦🏻‍♀️Never supposed to pet a working disability service dog. They are working. 🤷🏻‍♀️

    • @dalehoward5416
      @dalehoward5416 9 місяців тому

      Why do people disregard that these are working GUARDS. They are not there just so tourists can have their ruddy photos taken. Do you not see these guards taking note of ALL people milling around. They are there to defend the crown. And they do a wonderful job considering the disrespect and stupidity the ‘hordes’ show them.

    • @jandrews6254
      @jandrews6254 9 місяців тому +21

      A cardboard cutout, or a plastic horse might work for the photo

    • @dalehoward5416
      @dalehoward5416 9 місяців тому +23

      @@jandrews6254 I doubt tourists would know the difference. 😆

    • @johnnyalexander7554
      @johnnyalexander7554 9 місяців тому +20

      Yes this is not a petting zoo

    • @sharbear4734
      @sharbear4734 9 місяців тому +16

      I totally agree!

  • @lindathomas5500
    @lindathomas5500 10 місяців тому +739

    People need to understand that grabbing a horse’s reins is like grabbing someone’s steering wheel when they’re driving! It astounds me that people don’t realise this!

    • @emmsue1053
      @emmsue1053 10 місяців тому +46

      Very well said Linda.. They don't realise how sensitive a horses mouth is & once it has been tugged on it "hardens".. No good for a skilled rider or being a working horse. Also painful I would imagine when done repeatedly. Annoying some tourists assume the Guards are simply cardboard cut outs for their own photo op egos.

    • @jeanmckenzie1607
      @jeanmckenzie1607 10 місяців тому +22

      Not sure they care as long as they get their photo

    • @claireturnbull7719
      @claireturnbull7719 10 місяців тому +19

      It astounds me that people can't read the signs on the wall where it says don't touch the reins and letting little kids stand so close to the horses mouth

    • @IndyPennCham
      @IndyPennCham 9 місяців тому +9

      ​@@claireturnbull7719I have said on multiple occasions that they need to put signs on both sides of where the guard is posted.

    • @jimbella9353
      @jimbella9353 9 місяців тому +14

      Hey, it took a group of concerned people; locals in the London area and from around the world plus local medias to even get the British Military to add "DON'T TOUCH THE REINS" to the existing two Signs! Now YOU want the British Military to put up 2 or more new Signs!!!😂

  • @bethdow3332
    @bethdow3332 4 місяці тому +408

    I truly believe the horses should NOT be touched by the public! It just seems so disrespectful to the Guards and the horses are ON DUTY! Such beautiful majestic animals!

    • @suzannerobertson3128
      @suzannerobertson3128 4 місяці тому +15

      I agree.people shouldn't touch the horses or the guardsman ❤❤

    • @deewhobewatty9003
      @deewhobewatty9003 3 місяці тому +6

      I agree with you too!

    • @GrammieWay
      @GrammieWay 3 місяці тому +6

      When I was in London we did not touch the horses. As you can tell by my favorite saying ‘I’m so busy I don’t know if I lost my horse or found a rope’, I know some horses aren’t keen on being touched by strangers a hundred times in an hour. But Some love it…

    • @claudiaaurichio7250
      @claudiaaurichio7250 3 місяці тому

      Gente chata! Queria ver se fossem elas q estivessem paradas e alguem fosse mexer c essa gente chata

    • @TlXefdsp-vx9rl
      @TlXefdsp-vx9rl 3 місяці тому +3

      Shouldn't have a horse there period .. if the guards wanna do their thing then stand there and do it .. don't need a horse to sit on holding a sword thsts just for show.

  • @pandoramorgan9514
    @pandoramorgan9514 9 місяців тому +961

    I m a parent of a Kings Guard and so proud ❤ The Elite 🃏

    • @RainCloud848
      @RainCloud848 9 місяців тому +45

      You have every right to be proud! Merry Christmas!

    • @pandoramorgan9514
      @pandoramorgan9514 9 місяців тому +28

      @RainCloud848 oh ty 😊 merry Christmas to you too

    • @karenfisher7753
      @karenfisher7753 8 місяців тому +32

      As well you should. God bless.

    • @miskaffon
      @miskaffon 8 місяців тому +34

      Wonderful! I have so many questions but sadly don't see this as a good forum for asking. Just to say "thank you" to your King's Guard for their service and for your sacrifice of time and worry. From a fellow military parent.

    • @NadoriKaija
      @NadoriKaija 7 місяців тому +15

      What does it take for them to get in??? My little is 7 and has severe ADHD. We have no idea how he will be once he is older. He seems to have a lot of things amiss with him that don't have a diagnosis. We hope, of course, that he will be fine and that he's just a late bloomer due to his rough start in life.
      Anywho...he's born here in the US but he has dual citizenship with the UK, and he will be moving there in June after school is over for this semester. Since I know literally NOTHING about the UK besides some brief history, terminology differences, and respect all around, I know nothing about the qualifications and such to become a King's Guard. What should I be looking at?? What should I teach him?? I know he would have to get his ADHD under control in order to stand still for any length of time.

  • @babygotback1037
    @babygotback1037 10 місяців тому +187

    Those guardsmen have so much patience when it comes to ignorant and rude people who think it’s okay to just poke at the horses. Keep your hands to yourself and if you choose not to, then you may have to deal with the consequences of getting kicked, pushed and/or bitten by a horse. You could also end up being stomped on and those guards are NOT there to protect you from your own stupidity. And for the love of god, PLEASE STOP PUTTING YOUR KIDS IN HARMS WAY JUST FOR A DAMN PICTURE! 🙄😠

    • @mdw908
      @mdw908 7 місяців тому

      I have a rule: keep your f🤬cking hands off my horses. It's for your own safety and, depending on which horse of mine you touch, the consequences could be dire for you. Wish the Royal Guard had the same rule.

    • @lploomer8202
      @lploomer8202 6 місяців тому +3

      I notice the moms & dads invariably put the baby/child between them & the horse.

    • @lploomer8202
      @lploomer8202 6 місяців тому +3

      I have seen 2 videos where the old dufuses, men & women, will put their hand in horses mouth & then act so alarmed when bitten.

    • @lisalambrecht6676
      @lisalambrecht6676 6 місяців тому +2

      Well said!

    • @georgesheffield1580
      @georgesheffield1580 4 місяці тому +1

      It's called MILITARY DICIPLINE ,

  • @Romovictorio
    @Romovictorio 9 місяців тому +148

    I love horses so much. However ; I’m always respectful of their size & power & never take liberties. These are working horses with their mounted guards & respect has to be shown at all times ❤

    • @poiwytlee
      @poiwytlee 8 місяців тому +3

      These babes are all ~16-17hh and 1700-1900lbs 😍 prolly bigger on some of em. Irish draught horses 😍

  • @hank6887
    @hank6887 6 місяців тому +112

    Im a old Marine but it woud be a honor to visit and the guards have my up most resoect for looking sharp and the beautiful horse also, i guess thats the Marine in me is to show respect to them without touching the horse , SF

    • @christinegott3699
      @christinegott3699 5 місяців тому +13

      Thq for yr service Sir. Personally I think the tourists don’t consider the guards as soldiers. To the British soldiers, sorry that yll hv to put up with rude and entitled Karen’s & Ken’s. Thank you for your service too.

    • @longwhitemane
      @longwhitemane 4 місяці тому +9

      I also want to thank you for your service.

    • @ImHappyToBeHereToo
      @ImHappyToBeHereToo 22 дні тому +2

      Thank you for your service hank6887.

    • @hank6887
      @hank6887 22 дні тому +1

      @@ImHappyToBeHereToo TY , SF

    • @hank6887
      @hank6887 18 днів тому

      @@ImHappyToBeHereToo ty very much

  • @anjou6497
    @anjou6497 10 місяців тому +223

    The horse suddenly looked so vulnerable in your long shots, when he freaked out he was upset by something across the road.
    Horses do need reassurance in this noisy setting crammed
    with people and traffic. Well done the Guard for calming him down. 💙🌱.

    • @dontworrydehappy7104
      @dontworrydehappy7104 9 місяців тому +8

      INCORRECT - If you're talking about the occurrence at about 15:15 - the horse didn't like to back into the guard house. Another guard tried to help line the horse up to back in. If you'll notice, the horse circled around to the back (so walk straight in - first time at about 14:30) two different times instead of backing in. Perhaps a quirk of this horse. He was never spooked.

    • @angelquiros7561
      @angelquiros7561 9 місяців тому +2

      @@dontworrydehappy7104 Además ya están acostumbrados al tráfico, pero un mal momento puede pasarles en cualquier instante.

    • @meridac8645
      @meridac8645 9 місяців тому +7

      The horse never went wild

  • @sdcgren6301
    @sdcgren6301 10 місяців тому +114

    Hi I’ve just watched the amazing control that the soldier had over his horse. It must have been upsetting for the horse with all these visitors being there. I admire the patients the soldier has over his horse. Thank you for showing us the work these soldiers and horses have to do. I’m at home in Yorkshire just now.

    • @lesleyairey6633
      @lesleyairey6633 9 місяців тому +9

      And they do it all with one hand on their swords at all times

    • @RainCloud848
      @RainCloud848 9 місяців тому +9

      @@lesleyairey6633 One hand on the reins and one hand on the saber. the sabers are heavy as are the helmets.

    • @vamp8903
      @vamp8903 9 місяців тому +5

      Yes the patience of the horses is amazing ...

    • @roseannmiller3877
      @roseannmiller3877 5 місяців тому +1

      Were there patients there? Must be a hospital.

    • @kimgrattage6049
      @kimgrattage6049 4 місяці тому +1

      Went to York last year, beautiful place it is, very lucky to live in that part of the country. York Minster was absolutely stunning, and the castle high up on the hill. I did'nt get to go in either as only had so much to spend on my day out.pension does'nt go far. But I did take lots of great photos that are happy memories of a great day. Definitely visit again when feeling a bit better, maybe a weekend in B&B, only so much you can see in one day is'nt there, need at least 3 to fit in everywhere you missed. I never got to see the VIKING museum as it was closed day I went for some reason, hopefully next time?

  • @jod6984
    @jod6984 8 місяців тому +83

    The horse did NOT go wild or super crazy. The animal reacted to loud, abusive, intrusive humans harassing and crowding the animal.

  • @granmut
    @granmut 9 місяців тому +149

    Never yet seen anyone turn to thank these young men for their patience, and for taking their photo without permission.

    • @Flash3-22
      @Flash3-22 9 місяців тому +9

      Have seen a couple - very few and far between.

    • @garfield2439
      @garfield2439 5 місяців тому +6

      It's rare but some do.

    • @kimberley1449
      @kimberley1449 5 місяців тому +5

      I would. It's respectful!!

    • @mrspeaslake
      @mrspeaslake 5 місяців тому +3

      I've seen a few ask permission, which is nice to see.

    • @OkayMaybe-vq4yr
      @OkayMaybe-vq4yr 5 місяців тому +2

      Definetly thank the Guards. Definetly respect them.

  • @bernadettevelasco6323
    @bernadettevelasco6323 10 місяців тому +288

    Horse nudges the child, yet the dad sends her right back! What's wrong with people?

    • @dianapeek6936
      @dianapeek6936 7 місяців тому

      He's a 100 percent moron

    • @debbieriley560
      @debbieriley560 4 місяці тому +2

      Exactly what I was thinking

    • @Kenneth-p1b
      @Kenneth-p1b 4 місяці тому +2

      Am l seeing people surreptitiously feeding unknown things to horses? I hope not, as they could suffer colic.. painful, dangerous..l don't think tourists really need to handle these horses..a discreet distancing barrier would be appropriate, in my opinion.

    • @victoriasmith9796
      @victoriasmith9796 4 місяці тому

      Child abuse!

  • @marilynevans8436
    @marilynevans8436 10 місяців тому +439

    The horses are so well disciplined,unlike the tourists

    • @peggychamberlain9515
      @peggychamberlain9515 10 місяців тому +14

      People are ignorant!!

    • @dorothygladwin168
      @dorothygladwin168 9 місяців тому +5

      Oh how I agree about the tourists being disrespectful and ignorant. Don’t know how the solver

    • @kraftfahrer85
      @kraftfahrer85 9 місяців тому +4

      They also have more brains.

    • @conky221
      @conky221 9 місяців тому +2

      Amen

    • @vgray6925
      @vgray6925 9 місяців тому +4

      Agreed; disciplined and respectful! 😮

  • @patriciawilson9669
    @patriciawilson9669 8 місяців тому +68

    It was nice of the lady who actually asked if she could pat the horse.

  • @spirityder52
    @spirityder52 10 місяців тому +95

    The horses are amazing, I’m sure that no matter the training, to just stand there, so still…with all the noise, people, traffic etc the guards also, to sit on their horses without moving, changing position, must get painful..thank you for sharing this video. I’m a 71 year old grandmother from Australia, and I don’t think I’ll ever see is for myself, so thank you.

    • @tobyrose6906
      @tobyrose6906 9 місяців тому +3

      And the different Smells of different people. Perfumes etc

  • @jerryoshea3116
    @jerryoshea3116 10 місяців тому +109

    Nice to see a solid POLICE presence there!

    • @artistjoh
      @artistjoh 4 місяці тому +4

      These are not just any police, they are special units. The whole area around Buckingham Palace, Palace of Westminster, Whitehall, and Downing Street is a special high level security zone. These security people aren't there just to deal with tourists, they are trained to deal with terrorist attacks, riots, etc and secure government premises and personnel, Royal Family, Members of Parliament, etc. Only elite soldiers and police are able to get these assignments.

  • @cindybarker8507
    @cindybarker8507 10 місяців тому +57

    These people have no respect for the horse or guard. They should get back and give them room. Poor horse putting up with all this.

  • @soniatonks
    @soniatonks 10 місяців тому +370

    Wouldn’t it be nice if just a handful of people throughout the day, would actually pay a compliment to the Guard on how impeccable he looks and the Beautiful Horses there?! I know they cannot speak/answer, but it would just be lovely and appreciated no doubt by the Guards. I think they look stunning. So Proud to be British 🙏🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤

    • @darlenechandler2403
      @darlenechandler2403 10 місяців тому +23

      They need to focus and not be interrupted by thousands of people saying great job, they need peace to concentrate and no vocal interruptions from protecting. Same as a security guard at a venue, do you think they would want thousands of people daily chatting to them. Better to just show them respect and stop touching the horses and stand your distance for a picture. Same as people are not going to keep approaching the men with their guns guarding either.

    • @sandib4234
      @sandib4234 10 місяців тому +6

      Yes!

    • @Phlegmwahn
      @Phlegmwahn 10 місяців тому +5

      ​@darlenechandler2403 What do you think these mounted Troopers are guarding? Theirs is just a ceremonial role for the tourists. The armed police are the real guards of this Army complex.

    • @dianebannister4591
      @dianebannister4591 10 місяців тому +13

      I have been watching these Kings Guards videos for about 3 weeks. I enjoy them very much. I love the different uniforms that the various guards wear. They are so attractive.
      From the USA 🇺🇸

    • @MargaretParry
      @MargaretParry 10 місяців тому +30

      .you do know this is a working barracks.The guards are on security duty.The police are actually guarding the guards.Its not Disney land.

  • @pamward4208
    @pamward4208 10 місяців тому +81

    So MANY people are rude, it's sad ,& worse part they don't care!

  • @dotphillips7254
    @dotphillips7254 10 місяців тому +158

    Thank you for your Service . Proud to be British ❤

    • @marlenecarson4005
      @marlenecarson4005 10 місяців тому +10

      Hello I’m from Missouri USA I wish I was British 😊

    • @Donna-fe1jb
      @Donna-fe1jb 10 місяців тому +7

      Thank them for their service and I’m an American.

    • @vintagemxer9165
      @vintagemxer9165 9 місяців тому

      What are they serving? The Royal child molesters?

  • @MrNigelTBean
    @MrNigelTBean 8 місяців тому +27

    I went 30 years ago and watching this I see several differences. The general public are more entitled, selfish, disrespectful, scruffy, slovenly, unkempt and they get much closer and are much more touchy feely. The Guards and their horses and their deportment are just as immaculate.

  • @margarettodd1074
    @margarettodd1074 10 місяців тому +132

    The patience and tolerance, the guards and the majestic horses have for these absolute idiots who treat it like some kind of Disneyland is beyond belief. I will do far worse than any of these gods say or do any of these tourists touched my horse. They certainly wouldn’t be touching another.

    • @Serene3574
      @Serene3574 10 місяців тому +9

      They act like the horse is some kind of unique, bizarre species they’ve never seen before. It’s a horse, folks. Look but not necessary to touch.

    • @wandafaulk3641
      @wandafaulk3641 9 місяців тому +2

      And these same kind of people who go to Disney are rude and pushy to the other people who are there! They will push & back you out of you spot if they want too! They will even come in between you & your child if you don’t hold on to their hands tight. All ages very rude! We never plan on going again!

    • @mdw908
      @mdw908 7 місяців тому +2

      Me too!!! Do NOT touch my horses unless I give you permission. And the reins? You are taking your life in your hands if you dare touch my reins.

    • @masonyoutube7347
      @masonyoutube7347 6 місяців тому

      I think the idiot tourists who support the British economy should go to Disneyland instead. I am sure that most of the tourists are not aware that these are working soldiers. They look ceremonial.if they don't want to attract tourists they should put uniformed soldiers as guards. I heard a British Woman shout out to a tourist who was petting the horse don't touch the horse. The guard shouted back it's my horse not your horse she can touch the horse. The majority of the people in these videos are respectful yet you continually call them idiots. Very disrespectful.

  • @willaward3887
    @willaward3887 10 місяців тому +37

    If you are so fearful of the horse, KEEP WALKING AND LEAVE IT ALONE! N

  • @taraann7753
    @taraann7753 10 місяців тому +67

    I like watching the Guards minding their Horses..They keep so cool when their Horse takes a little brain storm..very professional❤.

  • @maryeheinly8256
    @maryeheinly8256 10 місяців тому +76

    Beautiful changing of the guards !
    Those men/ women with their horses go through so much with all those tourists .

  • @marsley9790
    @marsley9790 10 місяців тому +48

    The "horse" an animal is not cooperating, but the tourist still wants his photo op!

  • @littlemouse7066
    @littlemouse7066 7 місяців тому +14

    For those who think the horses are abused there is no country whose people love horses like Britain and the Royal family is no exception so horses are not abused.

  • @coleyounger5882
    @coleyounger5882 10 місяців тому +78

    The King Guard do an amazing job how these soldiers put up with the public every day is beyond me.

  • @edeltraudmeany9724
    @edeltraudmeany9724 10 місяців тому +60

    This horse definitely likes his own space
    So keep your hands off of him

    • @poiwytlee
      @poiwytlee 8 місяців тому +1

      Well most of them do like the attention, there's a few who don't but the humans don't usually use the moody ones for busy days and don't force a horse public facing if they're not comfy. Horse has usually three chances to quit before they let it quit. The horses absolutely can and do communicate their discomfort and the horsemen involved do pay attention and consider it. The horses shifts aren't all the long either, compared to other mounted police work.
      The horses are alright :)

  • @marytesta3003
    @marytesta3003 10 місяців тому +47

    The guards have great control over the horse. I'm surprised with all the people and sounds there aren't more accidents.
    Some people never saw a horse before and just don't know it's not part of a show.

  • @violetta47
    @violetta47 2 місяці тому +8

    My sons was also King Guards here in Stockholm ( Sweden )..They are working in the Swedish Airforce as pilots❤❤

  • @stephaniehawkins5211
    @stephaniehawkins5211 10 місяців тому +91

    I am shocked by the stupidity and laughing when being ordered back by the guard while his horse is having a hissy fit. I have been witness first hand to a close friend, on the receiving end of only a half kick by her stallion. Six operations to sow all her organs back into place and remove the spleen. All the while lapsing in and out of consciousness. She was screaming in agony all the way to the hospital in an ambulance.

    • @RainCloud848
      @RainCloud848 9 місяців тому +5

      So sorry. give her my best as I will pray for her.

    • @Flash3-22
      @Flash3-22 9 місяців тому +9

      Hope she recovers from this unexpected incident. People
      have no idea of the power and quickness of horses.

    • @annescott2696
      @annescott2696 8 місяців тому +6

      Would any of these people touching the queen’s horses want people to come up to them and start handing them? Of course not! Then don’t touch the houses (or the guards!)

    • @mdw908
      @mdw908 7 місяців тому +7

      I'm so sorry for your friend. Yep, run-ins with horses can have very serious consequences. Having horses myself, I have many friends who've had incredibly dangerous accidents--at least three had to be airlifted to trauma centers. There was one situation where the horse was airlifted out of a canyon after the rider came off and the horse went down the mountain (thankfully both survived with minor injuries). And these are very experienced horse people who understand horse behavior. Accidents happen in the blink of an eye. The public is massively stupid when it comes to interfacing with strange animals that weigh 1,200 to 1,800 pounds.

    • @cathwalsh9921
      @cathwalsh9921 5 місяців тому +2

      Christ I hope she’s recovered now!
      I gave up riding when I realised that it wouldn’t take much to get seriously hurt. Shortly after that Christopher Reeves had his accident. I adore horses and there’s no feeling like being able to ride, but I like my body in one piece.

  • @gabriellecoe3156
    @gabriellecoe3156 9 місяців тому +24

    when you think about sitting for the guard and standing for the horse being hypervigilant and submitting to a constant barrage of people that is quite a feat hats off to the guards and their spectacular mounts.

    • @clairecarscallen
      @clairecarscallen Місяць тому

      Wondering what must be going through the horses’ minds about why people keep walking up, standing beside him/her then walking away, over and over and over. The lack of purpose must be puzzling to them!

  • @lindasavage1042
    @lindasavage1042 10 місяців тому +25

    Such a beautiful horse and a real star. I think the horse likes the attention as it breaks up the bordem of just standing. ❤

  • @emmajulian8716
    @emmajulian8716 3 місяці тому +9

    Our beautiful horses are the best looked after in the uk. Please respect our soldiers/kings guards and our horses they are not toys

  • @Justsobyjan
    @Justsobyjan 10 місяців тому +38

    We too can learn from these horses… they have their social structure and we humans can be very in their face rude without consideration for what we can observe.

  • @rodpettet2819
    @rodpettet2819 10 місяців тому +35

    Surely there is a lot more for tourists to do in London without cluttering up the street outside Horseguards!

  • @bernadettevelasco6323
    @bernadettevelasco6323 22 дні тому +2

    Rain Cloud. Thank you for all the information. I don't know anything about horses. I appreciate your kindness. It's great to know the horses are treated so well. I love these videos. 😊

  • @FrithGarcia
    @FrithGarcia 3 місяці тому +7

    Bless you, soulmate of Bert. As a child, it was soft on the bit and hard on the bit. The Troopers are always soft when in the boxes and arriving and departing. Love watching them roll and cantering along the shore. Happy two-legged and four-legged Troopers.

  • @HeatherMikaelianHoward
    @HeatherMikaelianHoward 6 місяців тому +7

    I so enjoy watching these horses and guards. I appreciated the love and care the guards have with them.

  • @joyceroberts3886
    @joyceroberts3886 6 місяців тому +10

    The guards look splendid in their winter wear. The horses look brilliant, as does the beautiful Metro police officers, and their horses. Well done to the guardsman and gatesman, for calming an anxious horse, who had enough pawing by tourists who were twits.

  • @jotgeebunny
    @jotgeebunny 10 місяців тому +30

    Tourists are unbelievable. They never give it a rest !

  • @mame3388
    @mame3388 9 місяців тому +31

    The posing is hysterical 😂

  • @Paul_1970
    @Paul_1970 4 місяці тому +6

    The guards and the horses deserve more respect than they get 😮

  • @vduncan54
    @vduncan54 6 місяців тому +8

    I like watching these videos. My hats off to all the young soldiers doing their duty to serve their Country. I'm sure their parents are so proud of them. I'm glad the horses don't have to stand too long on the hard pavement.❤❤❤

  • @lisabohl4981
    @lisabohl4981 10 місяців тому +22

    Definitely that vehicle was spooking the horse.
    I agree, anybody getting near a frustrating moment, especially with an animal who is spooked, needs to back off!!
    Glad both guards got the horse calmed down.

    • @tpilot_error404
      @tpilot_error404 9 місяців тому

      The lorry yeah. It was big, puffing and shaking. Plus probably carying sth hazardous the horse could smell.

  • @Casandra1959
    @Casandra1959 10 місяців тому +34

    I love watching videos of the Horse Guard.
    I don't love how some tourist and others do the Horse Guard
    What I would love to be able to travel and go to London and see all the great places to see.
    Because of my health and on Oxygen I will never be able to do that.
    If you are blessed to be able to see London and Great Britain please be kind and patient with others
    I wish so much I could but never will.😊

    • @marlenecarson4005
      @marlenecarson4005 10 місяців тому +5

      I pray for your healing I also have the same 😢I would love to see also but enjoy the videos

  • @cgp4977
    @cgp4977 4 місяці тому +10

    These are some of the most well trained and pampered horses in the world !!❤😊

  • @susig5739
    @susig5739 10 місяців тому +32

    Estos 2 guardias tienen una gran paciencia,y son muy gentiles !!

  • @lynnemorris7516
    @lynnemorris7516 10 місяців тому +25

    People never cease to amaze me.

  • @milakrasnova6925
    @milakrasnova6925 4 місяці тому +5

    Люди! Проявляйте уважение к лошадям и гвардейцам! Я смотрю, у них есть награды. Это вам не шуты, чтобы на замечания, отвечать дурацким смехом. Их служба достойна огромного уважения!👍💖

  • @lyndahutcheson577
    @lyndahutcheson577 10 місяців тому +16

    If I am ever able to visit London, and see the horse guards, I would be in heaven. The people that don't remember that the guards and horses are on duty is so sad. That is their job!!! Not just doing it...because!!! I feel so bad for them 😢😢

  • @helgawittmann1527
    @helgawittmann1527 10 місяців тому +17

    So viel Krach,Schreierei,Gerüche,das muß für Pferd u Wächter unerträglich sein😮😮❤❤❤❤❤

  • @susanreidy2841
    @susanreidy2841 10 місяців тому +19

    Poor horse has had enough of tourists at him all the time , and horses do get bored sometimes just standing about .

  • @terrykunst3883
    @terrykunst3883 5 місяців тому +16

    The two Greys!!❤❤❤! Wow, they are Gorgeous!🐴

  • @sharonrichardson9907
    @sharonrichardson9907 29 днів тому +2

    The guards do an excellent job with the wonderful horses. ❤ I see how your job is made harder by rude adults.

  • @Bonobos922
    @Bonobos922 9 місяців тому +19

    It’s amazing how long it takes for someone to snap a photo.

  • @jenniferdnoseworthy2348
    @jenniferdnoseworthy2348 5 місяців тому +5

    Good job Guard! I would imagine those horses, no matter how trained they are, sometimes wake up on the wrong side of the stall and get sick of people, as we all do. ❤️⭐️🇨🇦

  • @barbarapearce9738
    @barbarapearce9738 10 місяців тому +28

    Some people have ridiculous hand movements, esp those wafting in the air or touching without patting.

  • @janetsaggus7408
    @janetsaggus7408 7 місяців тому +8

    I agree .. these horses are pampered and cared for .. the QE knew her horses and she made sure they were healthy and happy.. they all have different personalities but are loved .. I wouldn't mind coming back as one of these horses 😁

  • @Londonchronicles
    @Londonchronicles 10 місяців тому +56

    Timestamps:
    0:30 - Little girl scared by a horse
    9:50 - Two teenagers reprimanded by the King's Guard
    13:48 - Horse goes into a frenzy
    19:51 - Curious elderly woman questioned by the King's Guard regarding accessing Horse Guards via the horse box, advised to use the gates by the King
    21:21 - Royal Guards and Majestic Horses changing
    Hope you enjoy my video!
    Filmed today: 22.11.2023
    Greetings and thank you for tuning in to my video! I truly appreciate you taking the time to watch and I genuinely hope you enjoyed the content. If you found it engaging and worthwhile, I kindly ask for your support in giving the video a thumbs-up and subscribing to the channel. Your support means the world to me, and it motivates me to deliver more exciting content in the future. Wishing you a fantastic day ahead! 😊🙏 #thekingsguarduk #HugeRespect

    • @marliesreichwein9475
      @marliesreichwein9475 10 місяців тому +3

      Ja s 🎉

    • @user-mx7dd9su2d
      @user-mx7dd9su2d 10 місяців тому +3

      Merci ❤😊🎉

    • @anlangms4208
      @anlangms4208 10 місяців тому +3

      Just subscribed. I enjoy your content without the snarky, insulting , rude comments about every tourist that some utubers have .

    • @charlottecunningham2141
      @charlottecunningham2141 10 місяців тому

      @@anlangms4208you noticed that too, I see. Some of it is very unnecessary

    • @newlalee873
      @newlalee873 10 місяців тому +2

      Thank you for the time stamps!

  • @debragonzales5387
    @debragonzales5387 10 місяців тому +26

    SHOW RESPECT WHEN YOU ARE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY. OBEY THE LAW'S AND CUSTOMS.

  • @GMN360
    @GMN360 10 місяців тому +33

    This is the first time I have seen your channel. I love your introduction and that little girl blowing a kiss to the horse (or perhaps the Guardsman or maybe both!) is precious! I have subscribed.

  • @juditrotter5176
    @juditrotter5176 8 місяців тому +15

    As an American I noticed from my very first trip to the UK how well British history is preserved. All of the wonderful museums. Preservation of so many historical sites. I think the Guides are part of that heritage and a link to that past.

    • @PortmanRd
      @PortmanRd 4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks. 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇲

    • @lawrenceglaister4364
      @lawrenceglaister4364 4 місяці тому +1

      If you look on UA-cam there are a good few programs about how and where the UK restores buildings , from the Elizabeth Tower to farm houses and lots in-between , you can actually stop in some of them ( not Elizabeth Tower or palaces )

  • @moonandstars4690
    @moonandstars4690 10 місяців тому +15

    Why are people visiting the king's Guard so ignorant and rude. I can't stand it specially when it's my fellow Americans setting a bad example.smh

  • @jacquilambneveroncethought281
    @jacquilambneveroncethought281 10 місяців тому +39

    Respect horse and guards space!!!!!!!!!

  • @trishstikkelman7129
    @trishstikkelman7129 10 місяців тому +12

    Ty for your service and the team effort to get it right💂‍♀️🐎✨️🤗💖

  • @Jockinoz
    @Jockinoz 10 місяців тому +35

    Why do idiots touch the horse when instinct tells you that it doesn’t want to be touched.

    • @AstridrAnffinson
      @AstridrAnffinson 6 місяців тому +2

      They ignore the body language, most don’t see the body language of the horse, good indication us if the horses ears are right back it’s best not to touch them if horses ears are forward then they are more social

    • @lindasaberi2236
      @lindasaberi2236 5 місяців тому

      Because they are selfish morons without respect for the horse or the guard. Do any of them understand this is not a tourist show put on for their benefit but a working military unit and a long standing time honoured tradition.

  • @paulwainfur973
    @paulwainfur973 10 місяців тому +17

    That was nice of the little girl blowing a kiss at the horse that was beautiful of the little girl doing that love her 💋💋💋💗❤️🌹🦋💋💋💗

  • @lisabassett7737
    @lisabassett7737 5 місяців тому +9

    This horse shows a lot more restraint than some of the others.

  • @t.ellevision
    @t.ellevision 5 місяців тому +6

    The horse had enough of the utter nonsense. I feel so bad for Brittish Guards the ignorance they put up with on the daily is mindblowing. I mean goodness they couldn't have a private chat without people taking photos really? I wonder out of the thousands of people who just go up there for photos if anyone has ever asked politely if they would be allowed to do so. And a THANK YOU for your service for gracious sakes.

  • @ljortman
    @ljortman 10 місяців тому +10

    Looks like this horse has a special knack and personality trait to keep these tourist away😊

  • @AnnHaughey-d7u
    @AnnHaughey-d7u 10 місяців тому +11

    The Horsers Has the patients of saints to be tolerant most of the time with Tourists

  • @h.3994
    @h.3994 2 місяці тому +4

    I equate these horses with service dogs. They're trained for a specific purpose. Once their tack is on and they're in place, they're in work mode. You can get your photo taken next to the horses, but they don't consider you a friend. They tolerating you at best. You don't walk up to a service dog and start petting it. And Unless you're already familiar with the body language of a horse, I suggest not touching them period.

  • @ging-a-roo2429
    @ging-a-roo2429 4 місяці тому +3

    I believe it is only respectful to ask if you may pet the horse and say thanks to the guard and horse for their service.

  • @judylenhart5395
    @judylenhart5395 10 місяців тому +12

    I like your timestamps. Thank you for those! I don't mind the camera man talking to us.in fact I prefer it. I will continue to watch your videos.

  • @DanaX09
    @DanaX09 3 місяці тому +3

    That first black horse is pretty chill and is fine with gentle interaction. While I have seen some real jerks, most of those people are like the rest of the world and are just drawn to the majesty of a horse. It’s overwhelming to stand in the presence of such a beautiful creature and not want to touch it. I owned horses for years and just laying a hand on the neck is wonderful. I think the guard and mostly the horse determines the limit of interaction.

  • @lindajoybeverage250
    @lindajoybeverage250 10 місяців тому +14

    the people think it is funny when being rude I love the horses

  • @bettyharris3691
    @bettyharris3691 10 місяців тому +11

    These horses are such magnificent beasts l think th e best plot is to put the people behind the bars and make the tourists pay for snap. I think most of the younger tourists just go there to make trouble so they can be Tik Toc famous, as for the poor horses I think they need head phones and scarves.😊

  • @born2soon
    @born2soon 9 місяців тому +18

    My grandfather taught me at a young age that you never walk behind a horse or in front of a car.

  • @sheilatruax6172
    @sheilatruax6172 10 місяців тому +12

    Very nice. I, as well, like the lack of chatter. However, one of the others gives us the horses' names. I've learned to recognize a few of them now. Thank you. I'll have to watch both.

  • @jandrews6254
    @jandrews6254 9 місяців тому +9

    See how the guard on foot, at about 7.20, pulls the mounted guards coat over the horses rump to keep him warm. 10°c the weather was then

  • @blank_white_paper_revolution
    @blank_white_paper_revolution 10 місяців тому +23

    The poor horse! Has to endure all unexpected things!

  • @lindsaydrage5047
    @lindsaydrage5047 10 місяців тому +9

    Another surprise tourists have a remarkable trait, when they are shouted at, their command of English suddenly becomes 💯. 😊😊😊😊

    • @RainCloud848
      @RainCloud848 9 місяців тому

      or they giggle like muppets because they are stupid and think they are saving face. I call them tourons...for "tourists are morons". Tourons.

  • @sherbachand8268
    @sherbachand8268 7 місяців тому +3

    Very patient horses with so many in theur faces

  • @craigbrown7707
    @craigbrown7707 8 місяців тому +3

    Its amazing how oeople get away with their shenanegans if this were days of old those people would be in the tower of London

  • @wendypetersen7529
    @wendypetersen7529 7 місяців тому +3

    There is an article on the "mud monsters" that shows the horses going on vacation for quite a while. Their shoes are removed and they are free to gallop around, play and roll in the mud. They look nothing like a "King's horse" by the end of it, and it's the soldiers' job to get them back to looking good, and getting them back into shape before they do any heavy work. They do understand how important that is to all the horses. One thing that really irks me is when the horse has a bit of a meltdown and people are in the way, when they are told to move they stand there and laugh....what the heck???

  • @robertazacharias7766
    @robertazacharias7766 3 місяці тому +4

    Maybe Princess Kate could make this one of her missions to see that safety and respect shown to these soldiers

  • @aufan7134
    @aufan7134 3 місяці тому +3

    When these boxes were built hundred’s of years ago, I don’t think they were meant to be photo op’s or petting zoos for the commoners. Give these Life Guard’s and the Guard’s horses the respect they deserve. Ogle them from afar, or google them, HANDS OFF!!!😮😮😮

  • @juneclowe829
    @juneclowe829 10 місяців тому +15

    It still amazes me that would be parents put their kids right next to horses animals can be unpredictable I certainly wouldn't have put myself or children close any animal I didn't know think they've left their brain at home

  • @davidhitchin83
    @davidhitchin83 10 місяців тому +20

    Why can't people just leave them alone?

    • @leahenglund8519
      @leahenglund8519 10 місяців тому +1

      Yeah i would ask the same the horses just getting like stressed up

    • @suek7086
      @suek7086 9 місяців тому

      Because they’re idiots.

  • @АнтонинаРыбак-р4и
    @АнтонинаРыбак-р4и 10 місяців тому +23

    Какие натренированные и гвардейцы и лошади. Но если гвардеец знает, что он в почетном карауле и терпит эту неподвижность, то как наверное мучаются бедные лошади, что им надо вот так неподвижно стоять и терпеть всю эту толпу, всех этих чужих людей, которые её трогают и стоят рядом. Для лошади это очень тяжело и утомительно. Какие они молодцы, что в такой шумной и нервозной обстановке могут контролировать ситуацию !

    • @yodadf
      @yodadf 4 місяці тому

      They only stand for one hour a day.

  • @AlisonGasparini
    @AlisonGasparini 10 місяців тому +12

    Excellent team work between the Gatesman and the Boxman on controlling that beautiful horse. The MOD police also played their part. Thank you for this video.