Security at Alexandra Palace is a 24/7, year-round operation. Our dedicated security team is on-site day and night, 365 days a year, supported by a network of over 100 CCTV cameras and ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras covering all arterial routes and car parks. We employ a range of layered measures – some highly visible, others deliberately discreet – to keep our site secure at all times.

We work continually to review, test, and upgrade our systems in line with industry best practice, collaborating closely with the Metropolitan Police, National Security Agencies, and local partners. This includes proactive security forums with key stakeholders, crime prevention panels, and active engagement with local community groups to share intelligence and strengthen our collective safety response.

We are proud to work in partnership with the Metropolitan Police’s Project Servator, which uses a mix of highly visible and unpredictable tactics to deter criminal activity and provide reassurance to the public. Every day, these measures combine to create a safe and secure environment for all visitors, staff, and event partners.

Your safety is our top priority. Alexandra Palace is protected by over 100 security cameras, highly trained staff, overt and covert security resources, who work in close co-operation with the Police, and utilise cutting-edge safety systems.

If you are attending an event, be aware that there will be additional security measures and infrastructure in place, and please factor extra time into your arrival. These include:

• All visitors passing through Evolv, our industry-leading weapons detection system. Please keep walking as you approach the Evolv Express and only stop if requested by security for further checks.
• Adherence to our bag policy (anchor to bag policy section below) – only bags under our size limits are permitted, and all will be subject to search.
• Enhanced searches may take place and are a condition of entry.
• Overt and covert security teams in operation throughout events.
• Detection dogs deployed around the venue before and during events.

We are proud to support the #BeSafeBeSound campaign, working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Metropolitan Police to ensure everyone can enjoy live events safely.

Keep your belongings with you at all times and never leave them unattended.

• Respect security – we want to keep you all safe.
• Please cooperate fully with all requests and security checks, and support our team as they work to keep everyone safe.
• Remember, everyone has a role in making our events safe and secure. If you see something that doesn’t seem right, please inform a member of our security team immediately.
• If you feel unsafe, uncomfortable, or need discreet help, Ask for Angela – our staff will know how to assist you.

Items prohibited at events at Alexandra Palace include:

• Glass bottles/containers /receptacles (excluding medication) contained in glass bottles
• Alcohol of any sort
• Demonstration items, such as placards or spray paint
• Large bags
• Plastic water bottles – or water bottle tops
• Picnics
• Professional photography and or video equipment
• Walkie-talkies, phone jammers and radio scanners
• Laser pointers, laser equipment and/or strobe lights
• Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, roller skates, trikes etc
• Pets or animals (excluding service animals)
• All knives or bladed items/any item deemed to be an offensive weapon, chains, ceramic weapons
• Personal protective devices, such as CS or pepper sprays
• Firearms
• Fireworks
• Illegal/non-prescriptive drugs, including those which may look like illegal/non-prescriptive drugs
• Spray Gas containers/canisters/Nitrous Oxide
• BBQ including temporary BBQ’s (BBQs are also not permitted in the Park at any time)
• Chairs, tents and gazebos
• Drones

If you have any queries, please contact our team at visitor.services@alexandrapalace.com

If you need to bring any item that might be considered prohibited due to medical reasons, we encourage you to contact us ahead of your visit.