Business Details
23 Years
experience
Specialist Insurance for Event & Temporary Structure Hire Companies
CoverMarque, established in 2003, specialises in insurance solutions for the temporary structure and events industry. Our expertise stems from over two decades of dedicated service, with Managing Director Nick Drew bringing prior experience from the marquee sector to inform our tailored approach. As part of the Clear Group since 2024, we maintain our brand identity while leveraging enhanced operational capabilities. Our team provides bespoke insurance schemes for marquee hire companies, yurt operators, glamping sites, and event organisers, working exclusively with established UK-based insurers.We prioritise direct communication through a single phone line, assign dedicated account handlers, and advocate for industry best practices through active MUTA membership. Our claims service focuses on swift resolution, ensuring clients receive the protection they require when it matters most.
Services
Marquee Insurance
Yurt Hire Insurance
Tipi Hire Insurance
Bell Tent Insurance
Glamping Site Insurance
Event Liability Cover
Hired Equipment Protection
Business Interruption Insurance
Employers Liability Insurance
Airside Liability Cover
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in the marquee and event insurance industry
- We provide bespoke insurance schemes tailored to temporary structure hire businesses
- Our team includes industry-recognised experts with specialist knowledge
- We offer direct phone access to insurance professionals without automated systems
- We maintain a dedicated account handler system for consistent client support
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
- MUTA
What people say
Exceptional and personalised service
Invaluable industry expertise
Competitive pricing
Prompt response times
Dedicated account management
Services
Marquee Hire Insurance
Comprehensive insurance for marquee hire businesses covering stock in storage, transit and on-site. Includes fire, theft and accidental damage protection for owned and hired equipment. Provides public liability coverage and business interruption protection to safeguard income during equipment loss. Our policies accommodate additional equipment like stages and lighting systems while offering optional extensions for airside liability and excess liability layers.
Yurt Hire Insurance
Specialist insurance for yurt hire businesses covering material damage to owned and hired equipment. Protects against perils including storm, flood and malicious damage during storage, transit and on contract sites. Includes public liability protection and optional business interruption coverage. Our policies extend to associated equipment like transportation trailers and catering equipment while accommodating event organising activities.
Tipi Hire Insurance
Tailored coverage for tipi hire businesses protecting against property damage and liability claims. Covers owned and hired equipment through storage, transit and on-site deployment. Includes protection for ancillary equipment like generators and heating units. Provides public and products liability coverage with optional extensions for environmental liability and excess liability layers to meet specific business needs.
Glamping Site Insurance
Comprehensive protection for glamping operations covering tents, yurts and associated equipment. Includes property damage cover for fire, storm and theft incidents. Provides public liability protection and business interruption coverage for income loss. Our policies accommodate environmental liability requirements for sites near waterways and offer tailored solutions for both temporary and permanent glamping locations.
Event Liability Cover
Specialist liability protection for event organisers covering public and products liability claims. Protects against injury to third parties and property damage during events. Includes coverage for hired equipment liability and optional extensions for airside operations. Our policies accommodate various event types including weddings, festivals and corporate functions with flexible coverage limits.
People
Nick Drew
Founding Director
With over 20 years in marquee and event insurance, Nick Drew established CoverMarque in 2003. His industry experience informs our specialist approach. He actively contributes to MUTA and maintains strong relationships with insurers to develop tailored solutions for clients.
John Keat
Account Executive
Bringing 40 years of insurance experience, John provides expert advice on policy structures. His extensive knowledge helps clients navigate complex insurance requirements while maintaining our commitment to personalised service.
Ian Coster
New Business Executive
With 27 years in insurance, Ian specialises in glamping site coverage. He works closely with clients to understand their unique requirements, ensuring appropriate risk management solutions while maintaining our focus on specialist markets.
Katie Clarke
Account Executive
Katie manages showmen and event industry accounts, providing expert advice on liability and equipment coverage. Her specialist knowledge covers inflatables, catering and entertainment sectors, supporting our focus on niche insurance solutions.
Damian Law
Insurance Consultant
Drawing on decades of experience, Damian provides strategic risk management advice. His holistic approach ensures clients receive comprehensive coverage solutions tailored to their specific operational requirements and industry challenges.
Questions
Do I need Employers Liability Insurance for my event hire business?
Yes, it's a legal requirement for any business with employees. We provide coverage starting at £10m indemnity limit.
What does Business Interruption Insurance cover?
It protects against income loss following equipment damage, covering gross profit reduction and temporary replacement costs.
Is hired equipment covered under standard policies?
Yes, our policies automatically include hired-in stock coverage for which you're contractually responsible.
Do you offer airport site liability coverage?
Airside liability cover can be added as an optional extension to standard liability policies.
How does reinstatement basis insurance work?
This covers equipment replacement at current value rather than second-hand worth, ensuring compatible replacements.
Can I get insurance for my glamping business?
Yes, we offer tailored coverage for both pop-up and permanent glamping sites including property and environmental liability.
Reviews (1)
Ben Richardson
Dec 14, 2020
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I have just spoken with Jenni about Marquee insurance. She was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable and gave me some helpful things to think about in addition to the well priced quote. Many thanks.
