Our Mission
The Shield is a A CIC-led national volunteer powered movement, working across the UK to prevent harm before it happens.
From the top down is our Vanguard team (A specialist team made up of Ex Military , Surveillance Intelligence specialists and Special Ops)
Street patrols, trained volunteers, and community support for all the vulnerable . We operates across Great Britain, driven by honour, discipline, and a mission to rectify systemic failures.
“To prevent harm in your local community (Race, Creed & Politics are irrelevant)”. Our team consists of dedicated individuals from diverse backgrounds, united by a commitment to prevent harm to all vulnerable in your community.
What we do
A CIC-led national volunteer powered movement, working across the UK to prevent harm in your community before it happens. Street patrols, trained volunteers, and community support for all the vulnerable .
- We don’t wait for harm to happen.
- We prevent it.
- We show up.
- We step in.
- We create a presence that predators fear.
- We bring safety back to the streets, the estates, and the schools.
From the top down is our Vanguard team (A specialist team made up of Ex Military , Surveillance Intelligence specialists and Special Ops)
Street patrols, trained volunteers, and community support for all the vulnerable . We operates across Great Britain, driven by honour, discipline, and a mission to rectify systemic failures.
Why You Matter
- Our streets aren’t safe.
- Our women walk in fear.
- Our children are left vulnerable.
- That ends now — but only if you stand up.
Community Patrols
Our dedicated members patrol high-risk areas to ensure the safety of all vulnerable in your community. We respond quickly to reports of abuse or neglect and provide immediate support to vulnerable youth.
Community Engagement
The Shield works closely with local communities, schools, Local businesses and organisations, to raise awareness and community spirit.
Vanguard team - Intel Gathering
A specialist team made up of Ex Military , Surveillance Intelligence specialists and Special Ops
Donate or Support - The Shield
We are a self funded organisation and always looking for support to help us on our journey to protect and make our streets and children safer.
Join Us Now
If you’re reading this — you are needed.
We are building a nationwide safety net. One the government hasn’t built. So we will.
👉 Become a Service Member (£55/year)
Get access to your local group. Pick your role. Begin your training.
This is your moment.
We are not afraid. We are not backing down. We are the Shield
How it Works?
Step 1
Click "Become a Member" and join us as a Service Member
Every active volunteer must become a Service Member (£55/year). This small fee covers operational running costs: insurance, DBS checks, training, platform maintenance and more. We’re a non-profit — no wages, no gimmicks. Every pound supports the mission
Step 2
You gain access to our Members-Only Portal
Once you sign up, you’ll access the Shield system: All UK counties in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are listed when county managers for the areas are assigned and made live You will be assigned to your chosen region As local groups grow, we begin training and activating your area
Step 3
You choose your role
To see a list of available roles click here Available Roles Right now, our Admin team are working through all the applications and you will be contacted in due course (Please be patient as we they have a huge list of applications to work through) Over time, County and Town Managers will manage local recruitment.
Step 4
You show up
Once trained and cleared, you begin your role — whether that’s patrolling a hotspot, managing the forums, gathering intel, or running DBS checks. And when your region is ready to go live — Chris Hargreaves, founder of The Shield, will personally travel down to open your area, bringing with him a full crew of outlaw bikers and committed brothers of the Shield.
Chris brings 22 years of outlaw biker experience, 10 years of working with trauma and addiction, and a strong reputation as a successful life coach.
He’s walked the dark roads most fear to face. And now, he leads others in protecting the next generation.
National Roles
- DBS Coordinators
- Fundraisers & Outreach
- Trainers
- National Intelligence Lead
- Legal Advisors
- Safeguarding Officers
- Welfare & Mental Health Support
Street & Field Operations
- Emergency Responders
- County Managers
- Town/Area Managers
- Community Presence Team
- Van Guard Patrol
- Community Liason Officer
We are NOT
- We are a preventative force.
- We are the people, standing for the people. The Shield is about protecting ALL vulnerable people in your community.
- We are developing school education programmes, mental health support, and real community frameworks — all backed by visible presence.
- All staff in required roles are DBS checked and trained.
- We are not Political
- Race, Creed & Colour are irrelevant
- We are not Predator Hunters.
- We do not chase chaos, media, or trouble.
Step 1
Contact We Are The Shield
Step 2
Take Information
Step 3