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Venue information:

Security and Bag Policy

What security measures are in place?

We have a range of security measures in place, some of which are visible and some of which aren’t.

Searching is a condition of entry to protect your safety and that of other visitors. Everyone arriving at the venue will enter through our upgraded intelligent security screening system. Don't worry, the system is safe for everyone – even if you have a pacemaker or are pregnant.

It’s very easy to prepare for the screening:

  • Finish up any food and drink before you enter venue itself as you’re not allowed to take these in with you.
  • Keep your bags and coats on your person, there is no need to take items from your pockets, unless instructed to by our security team.
  • Simply pass through the screening system when asked by one of the team.
  • You may be required to undergo a further search; you’ll be instructed to head to the nearest search point if required.
  • Have your tickets ready for scanning.

Regular security patrols take place in and around the venue and our staff are trained to spot and report suspicious behaviour. We work closely with the West Midland's Police and Project Servator to ensure our training and procedures are up to date.

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Bag Policy

Only one bag is allowed per person. All persons and bags will be subject to search on entry. Please consider whether you need to bring a bag. We do not allow large bags into Watford Colosseum for security reasons.

If you do need to bring a bag, an A4 size bag (297mm x 210mm x 210mm) is permitted.

Prohibited Items

Anyone found with illegal substances will be refused entry and/or ejected from the venue. Amnesty bins will be in use. All shows operate on a no readmission policy.

Items prohibited from the venue include:

No Food or Drinks*, Glass, Umbrellas, Professional Cameras, Selfie Sticks ,Glow Sticks, Animals (except Service Dogs^), Illegal Substances/Items, Perfumes/Aerosols, Bags over A4, Laptops/Tablets, and/or Weapons.

Smoking and the use of electronic cigarettes are strictly forbidden inside Watford Colosseum. Anyone found with illegal substances will be refused entry and/or ejected from the venue. Amnesty bins will be in use. All shows operate on a no readmission policy.

*Except for medical conditions

^If service dogs are required, please contact us to arrange this.

Can I bring my camera?

Yes. But it can’t be a professional camera.

A professional camera is anything with a lens of 35mm or over. Larger SLR cameras aren’t allowed in and cameras that look similar to SLR cameras may not be allowed in.

Your camera may be held at the entrance until the end of the show. It’ll be looked after safely, and you’ll get a ticket so you can collect it. If in doubt, don’t bring it along.