Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Colchester
Established in 1966, WRS Insurance Brokers is a team of experienced, committed insurance professionals specialising in church, charity, not-for-profit, and specialist care insurance. We serve clients across Essex, London, East Anglia, and the UK, prioritising ethical partnerships with financially sound insurers. As members of the British Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA) and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), we combine decades of expertise with a client-centric approach. Our in-house claims service ensures dedicated support during critical times, while our association with the Benefact Group reinforces our commitment to social responsibility.With a history of growth and innovation, including integration into the UK's longest-established insurance network, we provide tailored insurance solutions and risk management advice. Our focus remains on building personal relationships, delivering value for money, and maintaining transparency in all transactions.
Services
Charity Insurance
Church Insurance
Care Insurance
Community Group Insurance
Property Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of experience in specialist insurance sectors
- Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for client protection
- Ethical partnerships with financially sound insurers
- Dedicated in-house claims service for swift resolutions
- Part of the Benefact Group, donating profits to charitable causes
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
- British Insurance Brokers Association
What people say
Extremely helpful
Knowledgeable about third sector
Quick claims resolution
Friendly and enthusiastic
Trustworthy advisors
Services
Charity Insurance
Tailored insurance solutions for charities and non-profits, including trustee indemnity, event coverage, and cyber protection. We address unique risks faced by charitable organisations through customised policies. Our expertise ensures compliance with sector-specific regulations while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Church Insurance
Comprehensive protection for churches and religious buildings, covering property damage, liability, and specialised items like stained glass. Policies include coverage for clergy vehicles and congregational activities. Our team understands the unique heritage and operational needs of places of worship.
Care Insurance
Specialist insurance for care providers, including domiciliary care, supported living, and hospice services. Coverage extends to public liability, professional indemnity, and employer responsibilities. We address regulatory compliance and risk management specific to the care sector.
Community Group Insurance
Insurance packages for community groups, sports clubs, and local associations. Includes public liability, equipment protection, and event-specific coverage. Policies are designed to safeguard volunteers and assets while supporting community development initiatives.
Property Insurance
Protection for commercial and listed buildings, including fire, flood, and structural damage coverage. Tailored for unique properties with specialist risk assessments. Includes business interruption insurance to maintain operations during recovery periods.
People
Richard Beard
Chief Executive
With extensive third-sector experience, Richard Beard leads The Jericho Foundation, praising WRS Insurance's sector-specific expertise. He highlights their proactive approach to policy selection and efficient claims resolution. His testimonial emphasises their understanding of diverse organisational needs and ethical service delivery.
Questions
What specialist insurance sectors do you cover?
We specialise in charity, church, care, community group, and property insurance, with tailored solutions for each sector's unique risks.
Are you regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the FCA, ensuring compliance with strict financial services standards.
How do you support charity clients?
We offer bespoke policies including trustee indemnity, event insurance, and cyber protection, combined with sector-specific risk management advice.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Essex, London, East Anglia, and nationwide across the UK for all our insurance services.
How does your claims process work?
Our in-house claims team provides direct support, handling negotiations and documentation to ensure swift, stress-free resolutions for clients.
What ethical commitments do you have?
As part of the Benefact Group, we donate all available profits to charity and partner only with ethical, financially sound insurers.
Reviews (3)
Tcs
Jun 02, 2022
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A great team of professionals who always deliver quality, value and service. We have been using WRS since the nineties and can highly recommend their services!
Patrick Keeble
May 26, 2021
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For many years I used WRS Insurance to arrange my fleet and business insurance for a bus, coach and taxi company. 9 years after selling my company I was having an issue with insuring a brand new van because "computer says NO". So I decided to try WRS and see if they did single vehicle insurance and within an hour I had the new van insured and the old van insured whilst I sell it. Chris and his team are truly exceptional at what they do.
Michael Poole
Dec 10, 2017
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Headgate Theatre Colchester opened in 2002 WRS has provided insurance cover ever since, from time to time we require extra short term cover for equipment brought into the theatre, this is arranged by WRS the same day and normally at no extra cost. We find WRS easy, friendly and very professional to deal with
