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Discreet, professional protection for people who need It most

When you or your organisation face heightened risk, you need more than reassurance…you need a team who will plan, adapt, and protect without disrupting your day-to-day life.

Capricorn Close Protection provides discreet, SIA-licensed protection for individuals, executives, talent, and families. From secure travel and advance planning through to residential protection and on-set assignments, our operatives are trusted to deliver calm, professional security that keeps clients safe and schedules running smoothly.

With 22 years of Close Protection experience and a track record across film, TV, sport, corporate and private sectors, we bring together planning, protective surveillance, and on-the-ground protection to reduce risk, protect privacy, and let you focus on business as usual.

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How we can help you

We tailor Close Protection services to the level of risk, visibility, and discretion you require. Every operative is SIA licensed, BS7858 vetted, and first-aid trained, backed by our 24/7 control room for oversight and rapid response. Our services include:

Personal close protection

Overt or covert operatives.

Security drivers and secure transport

Journey management and route planning.

Advance work

Venue recces and travel risk assessments.

Protective surveillance

Discreet, low-profile escorting.

Residential Security Teams (RST)

Short or long-term deployments.

On-set / on-location protection

For film, TV, and commercial shoots.

Event and appearance protection

For talent, athletes, and VIPs.

Threat and vulnerability assessments

Bespoke risk planning.

Police and venue liaison

Working with local control teams.

Travel security and itinerary coordination

UK-wide, with international cover available by arrangement.

Why clients choose Capricorn

We understand that choosing a Close Protection provider is about trust. Clients choose Capricorn because:

  • SIA Approved Contractor (ACS) for Close Protection
  • Certified to ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 management standards
  • In-house CP training pipeline ensuring up-to-date, standards-led operatives
  • Experienced in managing paparazzi, stalkers, protestors and hostile attention
  • Discreet, non-invasive approach built on detailed advance planning
  • Ability to scale from single CPO to full detail, including security drivers and RST
  • UK-wide coverage with operational bases in Manchester and Leeds
  • Integrated support with wider Capricorn services (film, events, installations)

Who we work with

We’re trusted by clients across multiple industries:

Film, TV and Media – cast protection, on-set support

Sport – athletes, sponsors, appearances and tours

Corporate and Executive – board members, visiting VIPs, UHNW family offices

Public Figures and Politicians

Journalists – including investigative teams

High-net-worth individuals and families – travel and residential cover

Areas we cover...

We provide UK-wide coverage, with regular deployments across Greater Manchester and Yorkshire, supported by operational bases in Manchester and Leeds.

International Close Protection cover can also be arranged.

How to get started

We’ll begin with an initial consultation and risk discussion, then provide a tailored proposal and mobilisation plan including advance work and secure journey management where required.

At Capricorn, we believe Close Protection is about more than just physical safety. It’s about protecting your privacy, reputation, and peace of mind while allowing life and business to continue seamlessly.

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enquiries@capricornsecurity.co.uk

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Call +44 (0) 161 205 5055

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What our clients say

The best measure of our service is the trust and feedback of those we protect. Here’s what some of our clients have said about working with Capricorn Close Protection:

At Sugar Free TV, we have worked with Billy for over 10 years and in that time he has always shown due diligence and professionalism in his CP Services. We can always be confident that during these media operations - whether on a closed off set or in a busy public setting - that the safety and security of the high profile assets we work with are of the utmost priority, while ensuring that they feel comfortable and relaxed on set.”

Michelle O’Brien

SUGAR FREE TV

Billy Robinson, as a Close Protection officer is the consummate professional. He is diligent, focused and attentive with all his duties whilst on and off set handling the safety of both talent and VIPs. He ensures that both the safety of the individuals he is charged with protecting is guaranteed and that all respective parties are liaised with, informed and kept up to speed with all developments and logistical plans involving the individual’s security. For every project that requires a CP officer to attend to football players , managers and agents Billy and the team provide the most discreet professional service as well with having great rapport with the client.”

Eileen Gartside - Executive Producer

THE PRODUCTION FACTORY

Capricorn Close Protection gives you more than security, it gives you confidence, discretion, and peace of mind. Wherever you go, whatever you face, our team is there to keep you safe without compromise.

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