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Protection you can believe in
You do so much for your church - let us support you in return. With over 135 years of experience insuring and caring for churches, we are here for you.
From caring for your congregation to the heritage hidden in your vestry, churches are so much more than simple buildings. That’s why you need a specialist insurer with the expert knowledge and understanding to help you protect your church and its community, and be there should the unthinkable happen.
More than just a policy
Your church faces unique challenges, and your cover should reflect that. With Ecclesiastical, you can feel confident knowing your church, its people, and its purpose are protected with genuine care. And whenever you need us - no matter how big or small your query - you’ll always have someone to talk to.
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Insurance guides for churches
Insurance can appear complex, which is why we've created a series of made simple guides. Providing easy-to-understand, up-to-date information on the issues we are asked about the most, from events to building works, outreach to legal expenses.
Engaging with the wider community
Communication is a key foundation stone in fundraising. Communicating the right message, in the right way, to the right person can pave the way to a donation now or in the future. Asking your wider community for support is no different.
A guide to people on church premises
An overview of your responsibilities for looking after people who visit your church premises.
Climate change and your church
Climate change is affecting churches and buildings. So, while reducing your carbon footprint is important, it’s also worth considering how to minimise any risks that the changing climate might have on your church.
Digital technology and risks to your church
Understanding the risks with digital technology and how to manage them.
A guide to administering your church insurance
An overview of your insurance policy, what documentation you should have, how you can pay your premiums and other useful information.
A guide to Legal Expenses insurance
Insurance designed to help protect you for a range of unforeseen legal disputes.
A guide to unoccupied church buildings
Managing an unoccupied church building: Frequently asked questions
A guide to your responsibilities for church property
The key issues you need to consider to help protect your church buildings and its content.
Church events
Responsibilities, planning and frequently asked questions.
Your responsibility when planning church building works
An overview of what you need to consider when planning building works at your church.