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Beefeaters at the Tower – Roles & Traditions
Who are the Yeoman Warders? Explore duties, traditions, uniforms, and how they keep the Tower’s stories alive.
11/27/2025
14 min read
Who They Are
The Yeoman Warders—popularly known as Beefeaters—are retired service personnel entrusted with the Tower’s security, ceremony, and storytelling.
Core Duties
- Guarding ceremonial spaces and key routes.
- Interpreting history for visitors through talks and tours.
- Participating in rituals like the Ceremony of the Keys.
Image Highlights
Uniforms Explained
| Type | When | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Scarlet State Dress | State occasions | Embroidered cypher, full regalia |
| Blue Undress | Daily duties | Dark blue with red piping |
Selection & Service
- Applicants are typically ex-armed forces with exemplary records.
- Warders live within the Tower community—a unique residential heritage.
Ceremony of the Keys (Snapshot)
| Element | Role |
|---|---|
| Locking ritual | Secures the gates nightly |
| Call-and-response | Confirms authority and order |
| Tradition | Continuous since at least the 16th century |
Visitor Etiquette
- Ask before photos; be mindful during ceremonial duties.
- Tours are popular—arrive early for the best spots.
Bottom Line
Beefeaters are guardians of memory and meaning—their presence connects past ritual to present experience.
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O autorovi
Living History Writer
Tento průvodce má pomoci užít si Tower of London chytře — jasný rytmus, lepší načasování a kontext, který rozezní každou kapli, korunu i kamennou chodbu.
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