Category Archives: Insurance Insight

Whether you have a trailer or a horsebox, purchasing suitable breakdown cover should be a top priority before taking to the road. A KBIS Breakdown policy ensures that wherever you are in the UK, an experienced team will be on hand to get you back on the road as soon as possible. We offer a […]

Are you heading out and about with your horse? If so, insurance is one area that shouldn’t be overlooked. Whilst there is no legal obligation to insure your horse or yourself, two fundamental policies worth considering are Public Liability insurance and Personal Accident insurance Public Liability insurance This covers you, should you be found liable, […]

Often when taking out horse insurance the first step is deciding how much you should insure your horse for. To make this decision, you need to determine how much your horse would be worth if you were to sell him, but it can be hard to know where to start. How do I value my […]

1. Temporary Total Disablement  We all know there is a level of risk involved with riding and even handling horses on the ground. They can be unpredictable. So, how would you cope if a horse-related accident meant you were unable to work for a period of time? The KBIS BE Personal Accident policy will pay […]

While we are living in uncertain times we understand that looking more closely at your finances may be necessary, we therefore, wanted to offer some guidance on the possible alternative insurance solutions, as well as ways you can adjust your existing policy to reflect your current needs, saving money at the same time.  The following […]

We can provide cover for many types of trailers, including horse trailers, flatbed trailers, garden trailers, and box trailers. Trailer Insurance provides cover for accidental damage, fire, and theft. This means that any damage to the trailer caused by an accident, not fair wear and tear, would be covered by the policy, as well as […]

When it comes to insuring your event horse there are a number of areas to consider, we have created the simple guide below to help explain each section of cover available.      Mortality insurance Mortality insurance covers your horse should he be killed, die or have to be put down by a vet because […]

As riders we are always looking out for our horses and often forget about putting cover in place for ourselves. The British Eventing Personal Accident policy created in conjunction with KBIS provides cover for any accidents sustained whilst riding and handling horses, whether at home, schooling or out competing. The unpredictability of horses and eventing […]

The Importance of Insurance as a Freelance Groom or Rider Why do I need insurance? It is no secret that working with horses can involve a high level of risk. Ensuring suitable Insurance cover is in place for you as a Freelance Groom or Rider will provide the protection you need in your everyday work. […]

The sale and purchase of horses is often a stressful operation for both parties. Horses being live athletic animals cannot be guaranteed in the manner of motor vehicles.  Like machines the body is subject to stresses and wear and tear but unlike a car there is no facility for easy repairs. The phrase “caveat emptor” […]