Clay Pigeon Shooting Insurance Explained

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Whether you’re hosting a professional race or game, or a group of novices looking to start something new, clay pigeon shooting can be an exhilarating and fulfilling hobby. However, while we have no doubt that anyone engaging in or hosting clay pigeon shooting is taking the utmost care and consideration, it is a high-risk activity that lends itself to needing more protection from the unexpected than, say, clay pottery making.

When organising or taking part in high-risk activities, especially where specialist equipment is used, it’s important to make sure you’re properly covered. That’s where clay pigeon shooting insurance comes into play.

In this blog, we tackle some common questions about insurance for clay pigeon shooting and go through a general guide to this type of cover.

Who Needs Clay Shooting Club Insurance?

Anyone hosting games, races or training in clay pigeon shooting should be properly covered by the right kind of clay pigeon shooting insurance.

Why Do I Need Insurance For Clay Pigeon Shooting?

Even if you’re covered for your business or organisation generally, it’s unlikely that this will cover clay pigeon shooting. This is because shooting and field sports such as these have unique risks that are not applicable to other kinds of clubs or businesses.

It’s important to have specialist clay pigeon shooting club insurance if you’re organising these kinds of activities because it will specifically cover the aspects you need it to.

Types of Cover Included in Clay Pigeon Shooting Insurance

If you’re considering taking out insurance for clay pigeon shooting, it’s worth being aware of the kind of cover that can be included:

  • Specialist equipment insurance
  • Personal accident cover
  • Public liability insurance
  • Cancellation cover (bad weather cover only)
  • Directors & officers liability
  • Own property insurance (including guns and related equipment)
  • Employers liability (employees and volunteers)
  • And more!

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How to Choose The Right Clay Pigeon Insurance For You

Knowing you need specialist insurance cover such as clay pigeon shooting insurance is the easy part – finding cover to fit your needs can be slightly more complicated. However, with specialist commercial insurance brokers like Brown & Brown, you can rest easy knowing that we handle the complexities for you.

Cover can differ for everyone depending on the price, location, and finer details such as the size of your club or range and how many members or even members of staff you have. Coverage limits, exclusions and premiums will also vary depending on your circumstances.

If you’re looking for the right kind of insurance for clay pigeon shooting for you, but don’t know where to start, look no further. At Brown & Brown, we’re here to help. For details on how we can help with specialist game and clay pigeon shooting insurance, just give us a call on Call 01458 772780 or request a call back from one of our knowledgeable team.

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