Close Protection Services in West Sussex

What Does Close Protection Actually Involve?

People often picture close protection as a large individual standing at the door. In practice, it is a good deal more considered than that. Before any assignment gets under way, our team carries out a thorough risk assessment and visits the relevant routes and venues in advance. We agree with you how visible the presence should be, there are situations where keeping a low profile is exactly right, and others where a more noticeable presence serves a clear purpose. Our SIA-licensed officers then handle the day-to-day detail, so the person being protected can get on with the reason they are there in the first place.

Arriving at Gatwick or Heathrow

Gatwick Airport is located within West Sussex, near Crawley, which makes it the closest major airport to much of the county. For clients arriving from overseas, whether for business, a private visit or an event, it is the natural gateway. We arrange meet and greet at the terminal, secure vehicle transfer and advance planning for the route and destination, so everything is in place before you step off the plane.

Heathrow is the other main arrival point for long-haul international travel. The transfer route from Heathrow into West Sussex is one our team knows well, and the same level of preparation applies regardless of which airport you arrive at.

Where clients already have a security manager, executive assistant or personal travel coordinator in place, we work alongside them. Where they do not, we take on the full planning and logistics. The objective is simple: you land, you are met, your journey is handled and you reach your destination without complications.

Who Needs Close Protection Services in West Sussex?

The client base is broader than most people expect. It is not limited to well-known faces or wealthy individuals, though we work with both on a regular basis. In West Sussex, our clients include:

Celebrities, public figures and media personalities attending events, private appointments or public appearances who need to move around without attracting unwanted attention.

High-net-worth individuals and families, including those with private estates in the county or those staying in the area for personal visits or special occasions.

International visitors and overseas delegations who need reliable local knowledge, secure transport and a team that understands how the area operates.

Senior executives, board members and legal professionals travelling for business meetings, site visits or sensitive matters that require discretion.

Private event guests attending weddings, funerals and family occasions where the priority is keeping things smooth and private rather than conspicuous.

If your situation does not fit one of those descriptions, that is not a concern. Every request is assessed individually.

Where We Operate in West Sussex

Close protection services in West Sussex are delivered county-wide. Our team works regularly in Chichester, Crawley, Worthing, Horsham, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, East Grinstead, Shoreham-by-Sea, Bognor Regis, Arundel, Midhurst, Petworth and Littlehampton, as well as the rural areas of the South Downs and the wider Weald.

We also cover the major venues and facilities in the county, Goodwood Racecourse, the Goodwood Estate, Cowdray Park, Arundel Castle and the range of hotels, conference centres and private venues throughout West Sussex. Every location receives the same level of care in the planning stage, whether it is a well-known venue or a private address.

Assignments regularly extend beyond county borders. If your schedule takes you into East Sussex, Surrey, Kent or South London, there is one plan and one team covering the whole journey. Nothing is handed off mid-assignment, and you are not starting from scratch each time you move into a different area.

The Types of Assignments We Handle

Events and public appearances - whether that is a racing fixture at Goodwood, a polo day at Cowdray, a conference, an awards evening, a product launch or a media commitment.

Business travel - executive movements, board meetings, legal proceedings and site visits where security and discretion are both required.

Private and family occasions - weddings, funerals and personal celebrations, handled with careful attention to timing and privacy.

Residential protection - for private homes, country estates and temporary stays at hotels or rental properties across the county.

Airport transfers and secure travel - to and from Gatwick, Heathrow and private terminals, with routes confirmed and contingencies planned in advance.