Kent
Our base in Maidstone, Kent: the BPS headquarters and the training centre where our courses run.
Our standards
Who you are trusting
- Our operatives86.5%are former public service personnel, whether they be military, police or other public services.
- Many fromTier 1 unitsand other specialist roles across the services.
- Vetted toBS7858+Industry standard vetting plus more frequent DBS checks and social media reviews.
- Every operativeSIA licensedFully insured and at the top of their game.
BPS in Kent
Protection across Kent
We provide close protection throughout the UK and globally. Our operatives are in the majority former military or specialist police, all SIA licensed, vetted to BS7858 and DBS checked.
Our courses are based at our training facility in Maidstone, with ample free parking and everything you would expect. The centre is a stone's throw from coffee shops, restaurants and shops, and next to a major bus hub serving the surrounding area.
BPS Headquarters and Training Centre
Find us
Unit 10, The Old BreweryBuckland RoadMaidstoneME16 0DZOpen in Google Maps- Monday to Friday
- 09:00 to 17:00
- Saturday and Sunday
- 09:00 to 12:00 (remote)
- 24 hour
- 0330 043 8443
Services
What we provide in Kent
Close Protection
Discreet officers who protect you and look after every detail, at home, at work and on the move.
Residential Security
Round the clock Residential Security Teams for homes, estates, clubs and business premises.
Event Security
Close protection operatives for private and high-profile events, from private dinners and weddings to galas.
Behavioural Detection
Trained BDOs who identify concerning behaviour early, for venues, events and protection details.
Training
Training in Kent
- Level 3, HighfieldSIA Close Protection (CPO)1 to 26 March 2027BPS HQ, MaidstoneFrom £2,880 inc. VAT (£2,400 + VAT)View course
- Level 2, HighfieldLevel 2 Close Protection Refresher25 to 27 January 2027BPS HQ, Maidstone£450 inc. VAT (£375 + VAT)View course
- Level 3, HighfieldBehavioural Detection Officer (BDO)9 to 11 December 2026BPS HQ, Maidstone£720 inc. VAT (£600 + VAT)View course
- Level 2, HighfieldBehavioural Detection Awareness (BDA)Dates on requestPrice on requestView course
- Level 3, QualsafeFirst Response Emergency Care (FREC3)18 to 22 January 2027BPS HQ, Maidstone£450 inc. VAT (£375 + VAT)View course
- Level 4, QualsafeFirst Response Emergency Care (FREC4)9 to 13 November 2026BPS HQ, Maidstone£660 inc. VAT (£550 + VAT)View course
- Level 3, QualsafeEmergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)Dates on requestPrice on requestView course
- Level 3, QualsafeFirst Aid at Work (FAW)Dates on requestPrice on requestView course
- Level 3, HighfieldPaediatric First Aid (PFA)Dates on requestPrice on requestView course
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Where is the BPS headquarters?
Our headquarters and training centre are at Unit 10, The Old Brewery, Buckland Road, Maidstone, ME16 0DZ. Most of our training courses are taught there.
How do I get to the training centre by train?
Maidstone West station is a 1 minute walk, Maidstone Barracks 4 minutes and Maidstone East 10 minutes. All three are on the Southeastern service, including the High Speed from London St Pancras.
Is there parking at the training centre?
Yes, there is ample free parking at the training centre.
Where can I stay during a course?
There is a Travelodge less than a minute's walk from the classroom and a Premier Inn 2 minutes away. Accommodation is booked at your own expense.
Which courses run in Maidstone?
Our SIA Close Protection course, the Level 2 Close Protection Refresher, FREC3 and FREC4, First Aid at Work, Emergency First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid run at our Maidstone training centre, as do Kent dates of the Behavioural Detection Officer course. Behavioural Detection Awareness runs at your own venue, and the protection driving course in London.
What are your office hours?
Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00; Saturday and Sunday, 09:00 to 12:00 (remote). You can reach our teams 24/7, 365 days a year, on our 24 hour operations phone, 0330 043 8443.
Who we are
Operations & training teams
Speak to us in Kent
Clients can reach our teams 24/7, 365 days a year, through our 24 hour operations phones. Every enquiry is handled with discretion. Alternatively, make a secure enquiry online.