Event Stewards - Ashridge House Light Trail 2026

Key Recruitment Limited; Little Gaddesden; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Recruitment Limited is seeking event stewards for Ashridge House Illuminated in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire (HP4 1NS). You will manage access, monitor safety, and uphold venue rules during the Christmas light trail from 20 November 2026 to 2 January 2027.

Shifts are 6.5 hours, 15:30-22:00, at £12.71 per hour PAYE. Prior event experience and calm, clear communication are essential for handling busy crowds and coordinating with safety teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in working events.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure during busy events.
• Strong attention to detail and observation to identify potential issues.
• Clear communication with team, clients, and emergency personnel.

Responsibilities

• Check guest tickets and passes and allow access.
• Report incidents to relevant safety teams / supervisors.
• Enforce venue policies and ensure attendees follow safety regulations throughout the event.

Skills

Guest ticket check

Incident reporting

Venue policy enforcement

Event experience

Calm under pressure

Observation skills

Communication skills

Job description

We're looking for event stewards for the upcoming Ashridge House Illuminated, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1NS.

As Hertfordshire's largest Christmas light trail, Illuminated 2026 unveils brand-new installations, spectacular projection transforming the House, and immersive experiences.

Dates for the event:

20th November 2026 - 2nd January 2027

6.50 hour shifts per day working 15:30-22:00

£12.71 per hour PAYE

Duties and skills will be:

• Check guest tickets and passes and allow access
• Report any incidents to the relevant safety teams / supervisors
• Enforce venue policies and ensure all attendees adhere to safety regulations throughout the event.
• Proven experience in working events
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while managing multiple responsibilities during busy events.
• Excellent observational skills with an eye for detail in identifying potential issues.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with team members, clients, and emergency personnel.

Interested?