Pub and Bar Insurance

Pub, Public House & Bar Insurance

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Comprehensive Pub
Insurance Coverage

Running a pub or wine bar is rewarding yet challenging. There are countless risks that your business faces on a day to day basis including accidents, theft and property damage.

Running a pub, bar, public house or a wine bar is rewarding but challenging, as your business faces many risks on a day-to-day basis, including accidents, theft and property damage.

Since most of these risks are unique to pubs, wine bars and taverns, bar owners require specialised pub insurance packages that secure their investment and protect their businesses against any eventualities.

At IC Insurance Solutions, our wine bar insurance brokers have an in-depth understanding of the specific challenges faced by the brewery industry in the United Kingdom. Our experience in the insurance sector has also enabled us to form lasting relationships with leading bar insurance companies in the UK.

That is how we can bring you bespoke pub wholesalers and bar insurance packages that safeguard your pub, bar or public house business by comprehensively covering it.

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What Risks are Covered with Bar, Tavern or Public House Insurance?

Here are some of the common risks and claims associated with running a bar, tavern or public house:

Injuries and Accidents

You can be held liable if any of your employees or customers suffer an injury on your premise.

Because you are serving alcohol, you will frequently be in contact with inebriated customers. The chances of injuries and accidents increase because there is a higher risk of people tripping or falling.

The same goes for your employees. In addition to potential injuries and accidents, they also face several occupational hazards on a day-to-day basis.

Floods and Storms

Erratic weather patterns and climate change have made the threat of floods and storms very real for UK businesses.

According to a survey conducted by the Federation of Small Businesses, in the aftermath of 2015 winter floods, almost two-thirds of small to medium enterprises reported being hit by severe weather conditions in the past 3 years.

Floods and storms can be disruptive, if not devastating, for businesses. According to another report published by the Environmental Agency, the total economic damage from 2015-16 winter floods was estimated to be between £1.3 billion and £1.9 billion.

Loss of Alcohol Licence

The pub industry in the UK is highly regulated. You could lose your alcohol licence or get fined, even if you are not at fault and circumstances are beyond your control.

Fires

Electrical fires are common in nightclubs and bars due to different types of lighting and wiring. If your pub serves food as well, you could face the additional risk of cooking fires.

Spoiled Goods


This insurance covers for frozen items spoiling as the result of a broken freezer or a major power breakdown.

Theft and Vandalism

This policy protects you in case your establishment suffers a break-in or is vandalised by an employee or another party. Theft can cause a huge financial loss, and vandalism usually results in damage to property.

What is Bar, Public House & Pub Insurance?

Pub and bar insurance, also known as wine bar insurance or public house insurance, is a specialised form of business insurance designed to insure against the specific risks licensed bar owners or publicans face. Pub and bar insurance packages typically cover business contents, inventory, employees and customers.

At IC Insurance, we go a step farther by creating flexible wine bar insurance packages that are tailored to your establishment’s needs and requirements.

So, whether you own a classy wine bar, a cocktail bar, a traditional pub or a local tavern, you will find adequate and comprehensive cover with us.

What Does Bar & Pub Insurance Cover?

Our key covers include:

Full Contents’ Cover

Insurance for the contents of your establishment, including furniture, electronic equipment, kitchen appliances and cash registers on an old-for-a-new basis.

Stock Cover

An all-round cover for your inventory, including valuable spirits, beers, wine and food stock.

Products’ Liability

Your customers can sue you if the drinks or food you serve to them leads to sickness or injury.

Products’ liability insurance covers your legal defence costs, such as legal fees and compensation you may be required to pay to the injured party.

Employers’ Liability

In the UK, employers’ liability insurance is obligatory for commercial enterprises that employ one or more individuals.

This insurance covers you against the claims brought against you by employees who suffer an injury or loss on your premise.

Public Liability

You are liable if a customer or member of the public suffers from an injury or an accident while on your premises.

Public liability insurance covers you by reimbursing you for your legal defence costs as well as the compensation you might be required to pay to the claimant.

Fidelity Cover

A fidelity policy covers you against loss resulting from an act of forgery, fraud, theft or dishonesty from an employee. This loss can either be money or assets, including your goods.

Business Interruption

Business interruption, also known as business income insurance, covers the financial loss caused by a pre-insured event that disrupts your business and keeps your pub or bar from opening.

Business interruption cover is essential for breweries and alcohol-serving establishments because it keeps them stable enough to deal with outstanding expenditure such as wages, bills, bank loans and mortgages during an unforeseen closure.

Loss of Licence Cover

An alcohol licence is required to serve alcohol on your premise. Losing the licence can disrupt your business activities.

Loss of licence financially covers you against the consequences of having your licence revoked or suspended.

Optional Pub Or Bar Insurance Extras

At IC Insurance, we believe that no two establishments are the same. The sort of risks you face depend on the scale of your business, your core operations, your circumstances and the nature of your business.

That is why we offer the following optional covers:

Buildings

A building insurance policy specifically covers any damage to the building. Building insurance is important if you own the premise your pub is built on.

Glass Cover

A cover that repays you in case any glass installations and sanitary ware in your pub are damaged. Covered facilities include shop front, signboards and glass windows.

Legal Cover

Legal insurance covers the legal costs of defending your business against lawsuits and legal actions that are not covered by public, employee or products’ liability insurance; for instance, proceedings in an employment tribunal.

Money Cover

Provides financial cover in case money is stolen from your establishment or while it’s in transit to or from your bank.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pub and Bar Insurance

Pub and Bar Insurance is crucial to protect your establishment from insurance claims because it covers specific risks faced by establishments in the hospitality industry, such as accidents, property damage, theft, and liability claims. Without insurance, these incidents lead to significant financial losses. Unlike other sectors, this insurance understands the unique risks associated with your business, which do not apply to a standard workplace, and tailors cover for these requirements.

Pub and Bar Insurance policies sourced by our insurance brokers in Bolton typically include coverage for business contents, inventory, employees, and customers. This protects furniture, electronic equipment, kitchen appliances, cash registers, inventory (including spirits, beers, wine, and food stock), and coverage for employees and customers in case of injury or accidents on your premises.

While there are no explicit legal requirements for Pub and Bar Insurance, employers' liability insurance is legally mandated in the UK if your establishment employs one or more individuals. This coverage protects against claims brought by employees who suffer an injury or loss while working for you.

Product liability insurance is an essential component of Pub and Bar Insurance. It covers your legal defence costs and compensation you may be required to pay if a customer becomes sick or injured due to the food or drinks served at your establishment.

Public liability insurance is another important aspect of Pub and Bar Insurance. It covers your legal defence costs and compensation you may be required to pay if a customer or member of the public suffers an injury or accident while on your premises.

Public liability insurance for pubs and bars covers accidents and incidents on your premises. It includes coverage for third-party injuries, property damage, legal expenses, product liability claims, and personal injury claims as the owner. Please review your policy for specific coverage details and consult with an insurance professional for further guidance.

Yes, IC Insurance Solutions offers optional covers that allow you to tailor your Pub and Bar Insurance to your specific needs. These options include building insurance, glass installations, sanitary ware cover, legal insurance, and coverage for money stolen from your establishment.

We will also recommend speciality Pub and Bar Insurance packages that target specific risks unique to the hospitality industry. For example, we provide coverage for freezer breakdowns, break-ins or vandalism, business interruption, and loss of a liquor license.

Business interruption insurance within Pub and Bar Insurance covers financial loss incurred during unexpected closures. This coverage ensures your business remains stable by providing funds to cover expenses like wages, bills, loans, and mortgages.

Our experienced insurance brokers will guide you to the best legal risk management practices for your pub or bar. They have industry expertise and can advise on minimising risks, preventing accidents, and implementing safety protocols to protect your business. By contacting us today, our team will work closely with you to source and customise the best insurance package to protect your business.

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IC Insurance Solutions is a vibrant and enthusiastic insurance intermediary with a passionate team comprising of experienced insurance experts and seasoned brokers. We know the market inside out and our strong partnership with insurance providers enables us to provide comprehensive coverage to you at a competitive price. If you have got any questions or you want to obtain a free quotation, get in touch with our specialist advisors, right away. Contact our office on +441204 565600 or email us on info@icinsurance.co.uk.
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