House Parties
Guest list on the door, private rooms kept private, and neighbours kept happy. Housewarmings too.
Party security across London
Enjoy your party. We'll look after the door.
Friendly, SIA-licensed officers for house parties, birthdays, 18ths and family celebrations. We welcome your guests, keep gatecrashers out and make sure everyone gets home safely, so you can relax and be a guest at your own party.
From £40 per officer, per hour
SIA-licensed officers
Fully insured
Same-day quotes
Small, friendly team
Parties we look after
Every Kind of Celebration
Whether it's fifty friends in the garden or a big birthday at a hired venue, our officers fit in quietly and keep things running smoothly in the background.
Milestone Birthdays
30th, 40th, 50th and beyond. You enjoy the speeches, we handle the front door.
18ths & Teen Parties
Peace of mind for parents. Invite-only entry, no gatecrashers, and a calm eye on the evening.
Garden & Summer Parties
Gates, side entrances and gardens watched, so the party can spill outside.
Christmas & New Year
Festive parties and New Year's Eve, with officers on until the last guest is home.
Family Celebrations
Engagements, christenings, anniversaries, and festival gatherings like Diwali, Eid and Lunar New Year, at home or a hired venue.
Halloween Parties
Costumes make faces hard to recognise, so we check every guest against your list and keep uninvited ghouls outside.
Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
At home, in a marquee or at a hired hall. A warm welcome for family and friends, and a calm, watchful door all evening.
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Bonfire Night Parties
Fireworks in the garden, gates managed and neighbours kept happy.
Prom Pre-Parties & Leavers
Photos, drinks and cars at home before the big night, with a calm adult on the door.
What we do on the night
Quietly Taking Care of Things
Smart, approachable officers who greet your guests warmly and deal with problems before you ever notice them.
Door & Guest List
A warm welcome for every invited guest, and a polite no for anyone who isn't.
House & Garden
Bedrooms and private rooms kept private, with gardens and side gates looked after.
Arrivals & Taxis
Smooth arrivals at the kerb, taxis managed and noise kept down for the neighbours.
Safe Home
We arrive 30 minutes before your first guest and stay until the last one is safely on their way.
Dressed to Suit Your Party
Tell us the feel of your event and we'll dress to match, so your officers fit in with your guests.
Black Tie
Dinner suit and bow tie for formal dinners and big milestone celebrations.
Classic Suit
Dark suit, white shirt and tie. Our standard for most parties.
Smart Casual
Blazer, open-neck shirt and chinos for relaxed house and garden parties.
All Black
Plain, understated black that blends in with the room. Popular for 18ths.
Outdoor Ready
Smart coats and weatherproof layers for marquees, gardens and fireworks.
A Themed Touch
A subtle nod to your theme, like a festive jumper at Christmas or a mask at Halloween.
Whatever they wear, every officer keeps their SIA licence on display, so guests always know who to go to.
Simple from start to finish
How It Works
Three easy steps from first message to the last guest home.
Tell us about your party
Date, times, guest numbers and where it is. We reply the same day with a clear price and our honest advice.
We plan it with you
Once booked, we go through your guest list, the layout and anything you're worried about, and brief your officers.
You enjoy the night
Your officers arrive early, blend in and look after everything at the door, so you can be a guest at your own party.
Clear, honest pricing
What Does It Cost?
One simple hourly rate per officer. Your officers arrive 30 minutes before your first guests and stay 30 minutes after the end, and that time is included in the hours.
Per officer, per hour
£40/ hour
- SIA-licensed, vetted and briefed on your party
- Arrival 30 minutes early and a safe close included
- Minimum booking of 4 hours
- Short notice (under 72 hours): +£15 per officer per hour
- Fully insured, with no hidden extras
- Paid in full in advance to secure your date
| Guests | Officers | Approx. cost |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 50 | 1 2 recommended | £280 |
| 51 to 100 | 2 Required | £560 |
| 101 to 150 | 3 Required | £840 |
| 18ths & teen | 2 officers minimum, any size | |
| 150+ | We'll plan it with you | |
Estimate Your Party
A ballpark figure in seconds. Your quote will confirm the final price.
Estimated total
£560
2 officers × 7 hours × £40
For 51 to 100 guests, two officers are required, and for 101 to 150, three. 18ths and teen parties always need at least two. Late finishes, bank holidays and New Year's Eve may cost a little more. Read our booking policy.
Get My Exact QuoteBooking policy
Keeping Your Party Safe
A few simple rules, set for your safety and your guests'. We'll always explain our advice before you book.
Book Early for the Best Team
We keep a small team of trusted officers, so the earlier you book, the more likely we can bring the people we know best.
- 2 weeks or more
- Ideal. Your officers are confirmed and fully briefed.
- 1 to 2 weeks
- Usually no problem.
- 3 to 7 days
- Subject to availability.
- Under 72 hours
- We'll always try, but cover isn't guaranteed. Short-notice charge of £15 per officer per hour.
For December, New Year's Eve, Halloween and summer weekends, please book 3 to 4 weeks ahead. Payment is taken in full in advance, and your booking is confirmed once it is received.
The Right Number of Officers
One officer can't watch the front door and the rest of the house at the same time. When numbers are too low, the risk falls on you as the host.
- Up to 50 adult guests: 1 officer minimum, 2 recommended
- 51 to 100 guests: 2 officers minimum
- 101 to 150 guests: 3 officers minimum
- 18ths and teen parties: 2 officers minimum, whatever the size
- Large homes with several entrances, a big garden or more than one floor in use may need an extra officer
We won't take a booking with fewer officers than we believe is safe.
For 18ths & Teen Parties
Teenage parties attract uninvited friends, and word spreads fast on social media. To keep everyone safe, we ask that:
- A responsible adult host stays at the property throughout
- The final guest list reaches us 24 hours before the party
- Extra guests on the night come in only with the host's approval
- Guests not on the list won't be admitted, however many there are
- Alcohol and supervising under-18s stay with the host. We look after the door, the house and everyone's safety
Where we work
All Across London
Most of our parties are in west, central and north London, and we cover homes and venues right across Greater London. Tap an area to open it in Google Maps.
- Hampstead & Belsize ParkNW3Open map →
- Highgate & Muswell HillN6 · N10Open map →
- IslingtonN1 · N5Open map →
- St John’s Wood & Primrose HillNW8 · NW1Open map →
- Notting HillW11 · W2Open map →
- KensingtonW8 · W14 · SW7Open map →
- ChelseaSW3 · SW10Open map →
- FulhamSW6Open map →
- Mayfair & WestminsterW1 · SW1Open map →
- The CityEC1 to EC4Open map →
- Anywhere in Greater LondonJust ask in your quoteOpen map →
The people at your door
Meet the Crew
A small team of SIA-licensed officers who work together regularly. Friendly faces, calm heads and very good at remembering names.
Head of Calm
Has never once raised their voice. Has never needed to.
Keeper of the Guest List
If you're on the list, you're in. If you're not, you're politely not.
Neighbour Whisperer
Keeps the street happy, the taxis moving and the noise complaints at zero.
Last Taxi Commander
Doesn't clock off until every guest is safely on their way home.
Owner-led
Big-Event Experience, Friendly Approach
AVF Echelon Security is led by an ex-military security professional with more than ten years in the industry. That experience covers close protection for private clients, running secure sites to strict procedures, and security for a high-profile international sporting event.
We bring the same care to your party, with a friendlier face. Every officer is SIA-licensed, personally vetted and briefed on your event, so the people at your door are people we know and trust.
10+ yrsIn the security industry
Ex-forcesMilitary background
100%SIA-licensed officers
Part of the Echelon family
From the Team Behind Echelon Self-Defence
Our founder co-runs Echelon Self-Defence, a self-defence club training Londoners in Fulham, Victoria and London Bridge. The same calm, practical approach to safety goes into every party we look after.
Good questions
Questions Hosts Ask
Anything else, just ask when you request your quote.
How many officers do I need?
Up to about 50 adult guests can be covered by one officer, though we recommend two. For 51 to 100 guests, two officers are required, and for 101 to 150, three. 18ths and teenage parties always need at least two, because uninvited friends tend to turn up. One officer can't watch the front door and the rest of the house at the same time.
How much does it cost?
£40 per officer per hour, with a 4-hour minimum. Officers arrive 30 minutes before your guests and stay 30 minutes after the end, so a 6-hour party is 7 hours per officer: about £280 with one officer or £560 with two. Payment is taken in full in advance to secure your booking.
Will the officers spoil the atmosphere?
Not at all. Our officers are friendly, smartly dressed and low-key. Most guests just see a warm welcome at the door. Choose black tie, a classic suit, smart casual, all black, outdoor wear or a themed touch, or just tell us your dress code and we'll match it.
Do you cover teenage parties and 18ths?
Yes, and parents tell us it's the best money they spent. We check every guest against your list, keep gatecrashers out and keep a calm eye on the evening, so you can relax.
Are your officers licensed?
Yes. Every officer holds a current SIA licence and is personally vetted by us before working an event.
Are you insured?
Yes. We hold £2m public liability, £10m employers' liability and £1m professional indemnity insurance. We can send certificates to you or your venue on request.
How far ahead should I book?
Two weeks or more is ideal, and 3 to 4 weeks for December, New Year's Eve, Halloween and summer weekends. We'll always try to help at short notice, but bookings within 72 hours aren't guaranteed and carry a short-notice charge of £15 per officer per hour. Payment is taken in full in advance to confirm your booking.
Get in touch
Get Your Quote
Tell us about your party and we'll reply the same day with timings, a clear price and our honest recommendation.
- info@avfechelonsecurity.com
- Phone or WhatsApp
- 07856 073 288
- @avfechelonsecurity
Host the Party. We'll Handle the Door.
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