What Insurance Does a Sports Facility Need?

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UK insurance guide for sports centres, leisure facilities & activity venues

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

CORE INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR SPORTS FACILITIES

Sports and leisure facilities face a wide range of risks — from participant injuries and staff accidents to fire, flood and major property damage. The right insurance programme depends on your activities, premises, staff and turnover.

Essential Insurance Covers Explained


  • Public Liability – covers injury to participants and visitors
  • Employers’ Liability – legally required if you employ staff
  • Participant Injury / Activity Liability
  • Buildings & Contents Insurance
  • Business Interruption – loss of income after damage
  • Equipment & Plant Insurance

Legal & Contractual Insurance Requirements (UK)


  • Employers’ liability (mandatory if you employ staff)
  • Public liability often required by landlords or councils
  • Minimum liability limits set by governing bodies
  • Evidence of insurance for funding or licensing

Insurance Depends on Your Activities


  • Gyms & fitness studios
  • Swimming pools & aquatic centres
  • Climbing walls & adventure facilities
  • Martial arts, dance & training studios
  • Multi-use leisure centres

Higher-risk activities usually require specialist liability wording and higher limits of indemnity.

Should You Choose a Combined Sports Facility Policy?


  • One policy covering multiple risks
  • Reduced risk of coverage gaps
  • Often more cost-effective
  • Simplified renewals and claims

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Is insurance legally required for sports facilities?

Employers’ liability is legally required if you employ staff. Other covers are often required contractually.

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Do I need participant injury insurance?

Yes, especially for facilities offering physical or contact-based activities.

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Does a combined policy cover everything?

It covers most core risks, but activities and exclusions must be carefully reviewed.

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How do I know my limits are high enough?

Limits should reflect footfall, activities, contracts and governing body requirements.

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Can Insure24 help structure the right cover?

Yes. Insure24 specialises in tailoring insurance programmes for sports and leisure facilities.

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