Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Insurance Brokers in Derbyshire
Buckingham Insurance was established 40 years ago and offers a friendly, professional insurance broking service. We connect the dots to help homes and businesses find the best insurance options around. Our team invests in three key pillars: our people, our purpose, and our promise. We prioritise training our staff to ensure real human expertise guides every client interaction. Our meticulous approach focuses solely on identifying policies tailored to individual needs, avoiding unnecessary extras. We remain committed to demystifying insurance jargon and providing clear, ongoing support throughout the policy lifecycle.Whether serving manufacturers, tradespeople, media agencies, or homeowners, we deliver customised commercial and personal coverage solutions. Our 40-year track record reflects our dedication to client-centric service, as evidenced by testimonials highlighting our responsiveness and attention to businesses of all sizes. We maintain Authorised and Regulated status with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA Number 307630) to uphold industry standards.
Services
Commercial Insurance
Home Insurance
Travel Insurance
Cyber Insurance
Claims Management
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years of experience in insurance broking
- Our team provides personalised policy recommendations
- We avoid unnecessary insurance extras through meticulous analysis
- FCA Authorised and Regulated status ensures compliance
- Dedicated support for both commercial and personal insurance
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Every client matters
Real humans doing the work
Meticulous search
On hand to talk
Helpful team
Services
Commercial Insurance
We provide comprehensive commercial insurance solutions tailored to businesses across multiple sectors. Our brokers work closely with manufacturers, tradespeople, and media agencies to identify risks and implement protective policies. With 40 years of industry experience, we negotiate competitive premiums while ensuring coverage aligns precisely with operational needs.
Home Insurance
Our home insurance services protect properties ranging from high-value residences to caravans. We offer flexible policies covering buildings, contents, and specialist items. Our team ensures homeowners receive appropriate protection without paying for irrelevant add-ons, maintaining clear communication throughout the policy term.
Travel Insurance
We provide tailored travel insurance solutions for domestic and international trips. Our policies address medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and personal belongings protection. The service includes guidance on policy selection and claims assistance, ensuring peace of mind for leisure and business travellers.
Cyber Insurance
Our cyber insurance service addresses modern business risks from data breaches and cyber attacks. We help organisations implement protective measures and secure financial coverage against digital threats. The service includes risk assessment and policy customisation to match specific industry vulnerabilities.
Claims Management
We offer dedicated claims management services through partnerships with approved providers. Our team assists with motor claims and other insurance-related incidents, providing guidance from initial reporting to resolution. This service ensures clients receive timely support during stressful situations.
People
Tony Buckingham
Managing Director
With decades of insurance industry leadership, Tony oversees strategic direction while maintaining client relationships. His expertise ensures the company maintains its founding principles of personalised service and ethical broking practices.
Simon Jacques
Director
Simon manages day-to-day operations and client portfolio development. His focus on continuous improvement drives the company's ability to adapt to changing market conditions while maintaining core service values.
Andrea Jacques
HR Director
Andrea leads talent development and team training initiatives. She ensures staff maintain high professional standards through ongoing education programs, supporting the company's commitment to expert client service delivery.
Questions
How do you differ from online insurance comparison sites?
Unlike comparison sites, we provide professional advice and negotiate directly with insurers to create tailored policies that avoid unnecessary coverage.
What commercial insurance services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive business insurance for manufacturers, tradespeople, media agencies, and other commercial clients across Derbyshire and Yorkshire.
How do I make an insurance claim?
Contact our office during business hours for all claims assistance. Motor claims are managed through our partner Lemonaid Motor Legal Ltd.
Are you regulated by financial authorities?
Yes, we are Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA Number 307630) to ensure compliance with industry standards.
What personal insurance options are available?
We offer home insurance, travel insurance, caravan coverage, and gadget protection tailored to individual needs across Derbyshire and Yorkshire.
Reviews (5)
James Wynn-Haggard
Sep 17, 2021
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I've been with them for 20+ years, they've always worked well for me and got me the best deals, thanks, Jim Wynn-Haggard
Victoria Marrison
Mar 14, 2021
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I have been using Buckingham's insurance for several years now, I have recently bought a new car, the transition was easy, very quickly sorted via email and when you do phone they are all friendly and helpful. Highly recommend the service they provide. I would especially like to thank Kay for her help in particular
Shannon Carnall
Sep 24, 2020
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Tony and the team at Buckingham Insurance did our van insurance for us. We were really happy with the whole process from beginning to end, the team were extremely helpful and made the whole process really simple for us. Plus they offered us a much better deal than other quotes we had!
Lisa Morris
Jun 14, 2018
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Fantastic personal service, professional yet personal - it's refreshing to speak to a person rather than an automated service - Buckingham Insurance can never do enough to help - highly recommended, would never go anywhere else!
Edward Pearce
Jul 06, 2017
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We have used Buckingham Insurance for virtually all our insurance requirements, including motor insurance, home and travel. We have always found them to be extremely competitive and they provide a service that is second to none, offering advice and assistance when and where appropriate. We would recommend them without any hesitation.
