Morning mist drifting across a Highland loch, with mountains beyond
Discreet protective security & estate support

Protecting people, places and the way of life around them.

Stagstone Protection provides discreet protective security and estate support for private clients, shaped by senior leadership, Royal protection experience and a deep understanding of the standards sensitive environments demand.

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Stagstone Protection

Experience built around trust and responsibility. Protective security works best when it is planned around the client, the property and everyday life.

22Years British Army service
8Operational tours
100+Personnel led
MVORoyal Victorian Order
Ornate iron gates opening onto a tree-lined estate drive
Our approach

Well planned. Calmly delivered.

Every client and property has different priorities. We take time to understand the setting, identify practical risks and agree arrangements that are proportionate, discreet and clearly managed.

Our aim is to provide reassurance while respecting the privacy and routines of the people we protect.

How we work

A considered process, from first conversation to everyday delivery.

  1. Listen

    A confidential conversation to understand you, your household, your property and what matters most.

  2. Assess

    A practical review of the setting, routines and risks — identifying what genuinely needs attention.

  3. Plan

    Proportionate arrangements, clear standing instructions and the right people — agreed with you in advance.

  4. Deliver & review

    Calm, consistent delivery with clear communication, and regular reviews as circumstances change.

Portrait of Scott Cox MVO, founder of Stagstone Protection Founder · Scott Cox MVO
About the founder

Scott Cox MVO

A security and estate professional with 22 years of British Army service and extensive experience in Royal and private protective security.

Scott held senior Sergeant Major appointments, completed eight operational tours, and went on to hold senior Royal and heritage security roles in Scotland — including at Balmoral Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. He now brings that experience to private clients, estates and residences.

  • Member of the Royal Victorian Order
  • Mentioned in Dispatches
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What you can expect

Quiet confidence, in every detail.

Discretion

Low-profile arrangements that respect privacy, routines and the character of a home.

Proportion

Measures matched to real risks — never more intrusive than they need to be.

Preparation

Clear plans, standing instructions and procedures that everyone understands.

Accountability

A single point of contact, sound judgement and consistent standards throughout.

Security and estate support, shaped around your needs.

For a confidential discussion about estate management, residential security, RSTs or CPO support, contact Stagstone Protection.

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