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Paddle UK insurance zone

Welcome

Marsh Sport are the appointed insurance broker to Paddle UK. This web page sets out details of the insurance provided to members and coaches, how to report an incident and some frequently asked questions. We also detail the range of products and services we can provide to support delivery partners.

About the insurance

This cover applies only to activities authorised or recognised by Paddle UK.

The policy covers: Paddle UK, Paddle UK Events Ltd, Paddle Scotland, Paddle Northern Ireland (including members of CANI and Paddle UK resident in the Republic of Ireland) Canoe Cymru, the Canoe Foundation, and all their affiliated:

  • Employees.
  • Directors, officers, and officials.
  • Event safety officers.
  • Committee members.
  • Events.
  • Affiliated clubs.
  • Affiliated community groups.
  • Members, and associate members.
  • Coaches, and voluntary helpers.

The policies run from 1st November to 31st October annually. The policy limits (dependent upon your membership category) are as follows:

  • Public Liability - up to £15,000,000 cover for your legal costs and compensation payments if a third party suffers bodily injury or property damage due to your negligence.
  • Professional Indemnity - up to £10,000,000 covers claims of negligence, errors, omissions, or breaches of duty that cause financial loss to third parties.
  • Directors and Officers – up to £5,000,000 (£350 excess) cover for claims made directly against individuals e.g. officer, committee member, director, and/or trustee for alleged wrongful acts.
  • Employers Liability – cover for clubs in respect of claims for injuries made by employees or volunteers, up to £10,000,000.

Please note:

  1. Not all the covers noted above apply to all membership categories. Please refer to the specific membership sections below.
  2. Public Liability and Professional Indemnity cover is provided worldwide.
  3. Restricted cover applies in respect of Directors and Officers – please refer to Marsh Sport.

The Marsh Sport team are on hand for any insurance related enquiries. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. You can call or main office number on 0345 872 5060 or message us. Alternatively, you can contact the individuals in our team below.

  • Jacqui Mitchell - Senior Client Adviser: Email or call 0121 623 1158 or 07585 813817.
  • Natalie Wale - Head of National Governing Bodies: Email or call 07392 123835.

If your query relates to your Paddle UK membership please call their dedicated customer service team on 0300 0119 500 or message via their website.

Report an incident

All incidents that could give rise to a claim must be reported reported via the Paddle UK incident reporting system at your earliest opportunity.

Any writ or summons must be forwarded on immediately.

You should not admit liability under any circumstances as the insurers will respond to all allegations on your behalf.

Get in touch

PADDLE UK INSURANCE RELATED ENQUIRIES - 0345 872 5060

Please do not hesitate to contact our specialist sports insurance team and we will be happy to help. Call 0345 872 5060 or message us. Our office hours are Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (we are closed on bank holidays). 

PADDLE UK MEMBERSHIP ENQUIRIES - 0300 0119 500

Please contact Paddle UK's dedicated customer service team on 0300 0119 500 or contact via their website.