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Church Insurance

Covers regular church events, outreach and community support, as well as the building and the incredible things and people that are part of it.

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Church insurance, designed with your needs in mind

Your church is at the heart of your community - hosting regular services, outreach programmes, coffee mornings, tower tours, and more. It’s a place of purpose, people, and connection.

Parish Plus protects your church, its people, and its purpose beyond just the building.

Our Parish Plus policy includes:

Unlimited cover for theft of metal

Subject to security conditions.

Public liability

Cover up to £10million.

A ‘loss limit’ for property damage claims

Acts as a buffer against unexpected increases in building costs.

Combine policies

The option to insure your church and church hall on one policy, reducing paperwork and saving you time.

10% discount if you enter into a 3-year agreement

A rate stability guarantee that means we will hold the rates we use to calculate your premium when you agree to insure with us for 3 years, even if you make a claim.

Pastoral care

Cover up to £250,000.

Fly tipping

Cover against fly tipping.

Event cancellation

Cover for cancellation of events beyond your control.

Read more about our Parish Plus policy

Church risk management

Guides on topics from health and safety to fire risks. Use our templates, checklists and forms to help you manage risks effectively.

Church risk management

Helping your church thrive

We understand that times are challenging for many churches and raising funds isn't always easy. That's why we offer a wealth of free support, guidance and tools to help you fundraise successfully.

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96% Claims Satisfaction

Ecclesiastical Settled Property Claims Customers 2024, responses from 589 customers who had their claim settled.

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If you ever need guidance, our church insurance team is here to help. Get in touch for an informal chat or get a quote - 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays).

0345 777 3322

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If you are struggling to make payments for affordability reasons or logistical issues, contact us, as we may be able to support you with practical help.

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Maintenance, refurbishment, and restoration work are common at many places of worship.

Security

Reducing the risk of church metal theft

Theft of metal from churches is both costly and damaging. Here’s how to reduce the risk at your church.

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Safety signs in churches

Safety signs warn of hazards or indicate fire evacuation routes, fire doors, first aid kits and more.

Health & safety and protecting people

Church risk assessments

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Church lifting equipment

Any lifting equipment at your church needs to be safe to use.

Health & safety and protecting people

Working at height advice for churches

Preventing falls and injuries when working at height.

Security

Roof protection systems for churches

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Health & safety and protecting people

Young people in churches

Young people are an important part of any church community, and their participation is actively encouraged.

Building services

Lightning advice for churches

Tall buildings attract lightning and for centuries, the spires of churches have dominated the skylines making them particularly vulnerable to lightning strikes.

Events

Getting your church ready for Christmas

Christmas is a wonderful time of year, but with special events and services, extra visitors and festive decorations, it can take a little extra planning to keep everyone safe.

Environmental & weather

Preventing burst pipes

The cost and inconvenience caused by a burst pipe can be considerable. A small fracture can release gallons of water, damaging your property and contents.

Security

Closed churches

Whether due to parish reorganisation or declining attendance, unoccupied churches require careful planning and proactive management.

Health & safety and protecting people

Creating an emergency plan for your church

An emergency plan enables your church to react to and recover from a crisis effectively, so you can continue your mission and planned activities as soon as possible.

Cyber security

Digital technology and risks to your church

Understanding the risks with digital technology and how to manage them.

Environmental & weather

Flood safety for churches

Flooding can cause inconvenience and heartache for your church and community.

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Visits and outings

Keeping people safe during visits and outings.

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