Hazelton Mountford are a leading provider of equine liability insurance to the horse racing industry. The dedicated team have access to an exclusive facility for racehorse trainers’ liability insurance placed with a UK A-rated insurer.
Over the past 10 years, Hazelton Mountford have become leaders in this niche area of insurance with Lee Summers, Branch Director, (pictured) heading up the expertise. Lee says:
“We are in a very limited marketplace, with only a small number of insurers providing this type of liability cover and have become specialists in the field.
Hazelton Mountford are known nationally with clients including some of the top trainers in the UK and in the main training areas in The Cotswolds, Lambourn, Newmarket, North of England, Wales and Scotland. The team’s personal approach, expertise and knowledge of the industry together with competitive premiums are key to our success.”
Although rates across the market have increased in recent years, due to poor claims performance and high claims inflation, Hazelton Mountford remain competitive and work closely with insurers to assess the risk to ensure they place the right business together for the longevity of the facility and can therefore offer clients competitive premiums for years to come.
The Worcestershire-based firm also offer clients specific industry risk management advice and have a dedicated team dealing with all aspects of policy servicing and claims should the worst happen. Hazelton Mountford are proud supporters of Warwick Racecourse, sponsoring the Owners & Trainers facilities, Leading Trainer & Jockey awards, and various races throughout the season.
Lee concludes: “I am passionate about providing our racehorse trainers with a first-class service, together with some of the most competitive pricing in the market. I am immensely proud of the foothold we have created for ourselves over the past decade, which we can use as a platform to continue to develop this niche area of our business”.
If you’d like first-class advice and insurance, please contact Lee direct on 01386 577940 or email evesham@hazeltonmountford.co.uk.