Who Is the SIA Top-Up Refresher for Door Supervisor Training in Winchester Meant For?
If you’re based in or around Winchester and need to complete your SIA Top-Up Refresher Training for Door Supervisors, this course provides a convenient way to meet the mandatory renewal requirement introduced by the SIA in April 2025. You'll go over key updates like spiking awareness and revised physical intervention techniques — now essential for licence renewal.
Courses are delivered locally in Winchester and are easily accessible from surrounding areas, including Eastleigh, Chandlers Ford, and Alresford.
ℹ️ Need More Info About Licence Renewal?
For a full breakdown of the Top-Up Refresher course requirements, assessments, and SIA licence renewal process, check out our SIA Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Course page or scroll down to the FAQs below.
Where Is the Course Held in Winchester?
Your Top-Up Door Supervisor Refresher Training in Winchester takes place close to the city centre, making it easily accessible by public transport or car.
- The training venue is typically within a 10–12 minute walk from Winchester Railway Station.
- Situated near popular spots like City Road and The Brooks Shopping Centre
- Well-connected by bus route,s including the Stagecoach 64, Bluestar 1, and local park-and-ride services
- Surrounded by independent coffee shops, bakeries, and local food outlets for breaks
Getting to Your Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Training Venue in Winchester
The training venue is easily accessible from across Winchester and nearby towns, with good rail and bus connections, as well as parking facilities.
🚆 By Train:
Arrive at Winchester Station and take the exit towards Station Road. The venue is typically a 10-minute walk via City Road or North Walls.
🚌 By Bus:
Local services such as Bluestar 1 and Stagecoach 64 stop close to the venue. Buses from Romsey, Alton, and Eastleigh provide regular links to central Winchester.
🚗 By Car:
If you're driving, paid parking is available nearby at Tower Street Car Park and Middle Brook Street Car Park. Always check signage for charges and time limits before leaving your vehicle.
Popular Areas We Serve Near Winchester
The SIA Top-Up Refresher Training for Door Supervisors in Winchester attracts learners from across the city and surrounding towns. Thanks to strong transport links and easy road access, it's a popular option for licence renewal across central Hampshire.
North of Winchester
- Basingstoke – approx. 30 mins via M3 / Direct train (~20 mins)
- Alton – approx. 30 mins via A31 / Rail connection available
- Andover – approx. 35 mins via A34 / Regular train service
South of Winchester
- Eastleigh – approx. 20 mins via M3 / Direct rail link (12 mins)
- Chandlers Ford – approx. 15 mins via B3043 / Local bus routes
- Romsey – approx. 25 mins via A3090 / Public transport options
West of Winchester
- Salisbury – approx. 45 mins via A30 / Direct train (30–40 mins)
- Stockbridge – approx. 25 mins via B3049 / Short drive
- Whitchurch – approx. 25 mins via A34 / Train and bus options
East of Winchester / Coastal
- Fareham – approx. 35 mins via M3 / Regular rail service
- Portsmouth – approx. 40 mins via A272 & M3 / Train to Winchester (35–40 mins)
- Chichester – approx. 50 mins via A27 & A32 / Public transport available
🛈 Travel times are estimates and may vary depending on traffic and time of day.
Topics Covered in This Course
This two-day course delivers the most up-to-date training modules as required by the SIA since April 2025. It's specifically designed to keep your licence renewal process on track while reinforcing your frontline safety skills.
- Safe Searching Procedures
Learn how to perform lawful, respectful searches on individuals and belongings while meeting SIA guidelines.
- Supporting Vulnerable People
Raise awareness about safeguarding and how to identify and assist vulnerable individuals in public settings.
- Terror Threat Awareness
Understand your responsibilities and the practical steps to take during potential terror-related incidents.
- Drink Spiking Response
Learn how to recognise, prevent, and react to drink spiking — now a mandatory component of the Top-Up course.
- Refresher on Physical Intervention
Reinforce safe physical intervention techniques for dealing with conflict, all within lawful limits.
Security Jobs in Winchester
Completing your SIA Top-Up Refresher Training in Winchester keeps you eligible for various security roles throughout the city and wider Hampshire area.
Graduates of this course often take up or return to roles such as:
- Venue security and door supervision in bars and pubs along Jewry Street and the High Street
- Retail security positions at The Brooks Shopping Centre and nearby supermarkets
- Event security for festivals, concerts, and markets held at Guildhall Winchester or North Walls Recreation Ground
- Corporate security and concierge roles in modern office spaces and residential developments in central Winchester
Who Should Take This Course? 👮♂️
- Current SIA Door Supervisors needing to renew before or within 3 years of expiry
- Badge holders based in or around Winchester, looking for a convenient local refresher
Why Book the SIA Top-Up Refresher Course in Winchester With Us?
- ✓ Fully accredited course that meets SIA’s current renewal regulations
- ✓ Delivered at a Winchester venue close to rail and bus links
- ✓ Led by trusted trainers with real-world security experience
- ✓ Multiple sessions available every month — choose what suits you
- ✓ Quick certification turnaround — apply for your badge without delay
- ✓ Trusted by hundreds of security professionals across Hampshire
SIA Top-Up Refresher Door Supervisor Course Near You in Winchester
Looking for a Top-Up course close to home? Our SIA Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Training in Winchester is perfect for learners in and around the city who want a fast, local way to renew their badge and stay licensed.
This flexible, hands-on course is delivered in Winchester and helps you stay compliant while avoiding the hassle of long travel times or waiting lists.
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