Outdoor Pitches & Playing Fields Insurance

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Specialist insurance for grass pitches, astro-turf and outdoor sports facilities

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INSURANCE FOR OUTDOOR SPORTS FACILITIES

Protecting Outdoor Pitches & Playing Fields

Outdoor sports pitches and playing fields face unique risks, from player and spectator injuries to storm damage, vandalism and surface deterioration.

Outdoor Pitches & Astro-Turf Insurance is designed for councils, schools, clubs and private operators responsible for maintaining safe and playable outdoor facilities.

What Does Outdoor Pitch Insurance Cover?


  • Public Liability (players, spectators & visitors)
  • Employers’ Liability (grounds staff & coaches)
  • Damage to pitches, turf & astro-turf surfaces
  • Storm, flood & weather-related damage
  • Vandalism & malicious damage
  • Equipment, goals & maintenance machinery
  • Optional business interruption cover

Who Needs Outdoor Sports Facility Insurance?


  • Football, rugby & cricket pitches
  • Astro-turf & synthetic playing surfaces
  • Schools, academies & colleges
  • Local authorities & councils
  • Private sports facility operators

Why Arrange Sports Facility Insurance with Insure24?


  • Specialist sports & leisure insurers
  • Cover tailored to outdoor pitch risks
  • Flexible liability limits
  • Advice on pitch safety & risk management
  • Combined policies for multi-facility sites

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Do outdoor pitches need public liability insurance?

Yes. Public liability insurance is essential to protect against injury claims from players, spectators and visitors.

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Is damage to astro-turf surfaces covered?

Yes. Policies can cover damage to synthetic and astro-turf surfaces caused by storms, vandalism or accidental damage.

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Do schools need insurance for outdoor pitches?

Yes. Schools and academies should insure outdoor pitches for liability, property damage and staff risks.

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Is weather damage included?

Storm, flood and weather-related damage can usually be included, subject to excesses and policy terms.

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Can multiple pitches be insured under one policy?

Yes. Multi-pitch and multi-site facilities can often be covered under a single combined policy.

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