Event & Tournament Insurance for Sports Clubs

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Specialist insurance for clubs and facilities hosting matches, tournaments, leagues and sporting events

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Insurance for Sports Events, Matches & Tournaments

Hosting tournaments and events can increase footfall, income and visibility — but also increases risk. Event and tournament insurance helps protect your club, organisers, volunteers and attendees against liability, cancellation costs, equipment damage and unexpected disruption.

We compare event and sports tournament cover from leading UK insurers

  • Allianz
  • Aviva
  • QBE
  • RSA
  • Zurich
  • NIG

ESSENTIAL COVER FOR CLUB EVENTS & TOURNAMENTS

  • EVENT LIABILITY

  • CANCELLATION COSTS

  • EQUIPMENT & VENUE

  • VOLUNTEERS & STAFF

Why Event Insurance Matters for Sports Clubs

Even well-run tournaments can face claims, unexpected cancellations, property damage or incidents involving spectators and participants. Specialist cover can protect the club’s finances and reputation.

What Does Event & Tournament Insurance Cover?

  • Public liability for spectators and attendees
  • Participant liability for organised sporting activity
  • Event cancellation, abandonment or postponement (selected causes)
  • Damage to hired venues, pitches or facilities
  • Equipment, staging and temporary structures
  • Employers’ liability for staff and volunteer helpers
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Common Risks When Hosting Matches & Tournaments

  • Spectator injuries (slips, trips, crowd incidents)
  • Participant injuries and liability disputes
  • Damage to pitches, courts, seating or changing facilities
  • Cancellation due to severe weather or venue issues
  • Theft or damage of equipment during the event

Who Needs Event & Tournament Insurance?

  • Sports clubs hosting competitions and leagues
  • Facilities running open days, camps and trials
  • Charity matches and fundraising events
  • Multi-sport tournaments and festivals
  • Events using hired venues, pitches or courts

Why Use Insure24 for Sports Event Insurance?

  • Sports & leisure specialists who understand event risk
  • Cover tailored to your sport, venue and attendee numbers
  • Options for one-off events or annual calendars
  • Support with certificates for councils and venue owners
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

+- Do sports clubs need event insurance for tournaments?

Often, yes. Event insurance can provide additional protection for increased footfall, temporary setups and event-specific liabilities.

+- Does event insurance cover cancellation due to weather?

Cancellation cover can apply for certain insured causes, but weather-only cancellation is usually subject to specific terms and conditions.

+- Is public liability different for events?

Event liability is typically designed for event-specific risks such as spectators, higher attendance and temporary structures.

+- Can volunteers be covered under event insurance?

Yes. Cover can include liability for volunteers and event staff, and employers’ liability may be required depending on arrangements.

+- Can Insure24 arrange cover for multiple events per year?

Yes. Insure24 can arrange annual event cover or policies that include multiple tournaments and matches, depending on your calendar.

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