On June 10, 2025, the Coldstream Guards celebrated their 375th anniversary with a ceremonial return to their birthplace, Berwick-upon-Tweed.

The regiment, the oldest continuously serving unit in the British Army, traveled from King's Cross Station to Berwick, accompanied by the Band of the Coldstream Guards.

During the train journey, soldiers enjoyed a lively and festive atmosphere, a welcome break from their usual routine.

Upon arrival, large crowds gathered in Berwick to welcome the guardsmen, who paraded through the town.

The event featured an inspection and civic reception at the Guildhall, attended by Lieutenant General Sir James Bucknall and the Mayor of Berwick.

The parade concluded with a Service of Thanksgiving at Berwick Parish Church, where the band performed.

Berwick Parish Church, partly built by the Coldstream Guards in the 1650s, houses the regiment's old Colours and symbolizes their historical ties to the town.

Throughout their history, the Coldstream Guards have participated in every major conflict, earning 113 battle honours and 13 Victoria Crosses.

Currently, the regiment remains an active infantry unit, having recently completed Operation Shader in the Middle East and preparing for a UN peacekeeping mission in Cyprus.

The Coldstream Guards were also among the first British units to train Ukrainian soldiers in the UK, providing essential skills to defend against Russian aggression.

Following their anniversary events, the regiment will return to London for a presentation of new Colours at Windsor Castle and will participate in Trooping the Colour on June 14, 2025.

The Coldstream Guards were originally formed in 1650 and played a key role in restoring King Charles II to the throne in 1660, a journey that took five weeks compared to the few hours it took for their return in 2025.