Sports horses insurance – Europe

Comprehensive cover for high-performing sports horses

Sports horses face constant pressure: show jumping, dressage, eventing, and other demanding disciplines all take their toll. At Ashby Underwriting, our policies are designed for those who expect specialist cover and expert service. We partner with you to provide bespoke sports horse insurance that protects the health, value, and career.

Key benefits

Tailored cover

We cover a range of horses from young prospects to elite competitors.

Comprehensive risk protection

Our cover extends from all risks of mortality and theft to loss of use and veterinary fees.

Specialist underwriters on hand

Our underwriters bring years of equine industry experience.

Typical clients

We provide cover for a broad range of clients. These include:

Stud farms and livery yards

Owners and riders

Professional sport horse trainers

Horse transporters

Veterinary surgeon

Competition venues

What’s covered

Protection in the event of death or theft.

Covers a foetus during pregnancy and for a period after birth.

Covers the failure of a mare to conceive and deliver a live foal.

Financial protection for valuable stallions.

Assists with treatment costs for illness or injury.

Compensation if the horse can no longer perform its intended discipline.

Helps cover the costs of emergency surgical procedures.

Protects against significant vet bills for colic surgery.

Specialist cover for semen in storage or transport.

Liability cover for horses under professional care.

Why choose Ashby Underwriting?

Specialist equine knowledge

Our team has decades of experience in sport horse insurance. This is backed by strong industry relationships across Europe.

Fast, informed decision-making

Get direct access to underwriters for quick answers when opportunities or issues arise.

Bespoke solutions for competitive needs

Our policies are tailored to the specific discipline and competitive schedule of each horse.

Sports horse

Meet the team

Photo of David Ashby

David

David Ashby
Managing Director and Lead Underwriter
07881 922110
Photo of William Prince

William

William Prince
Senior Underwriter
07809 197776
Photo of Heidi Roberts

Heidi

Heidi Roberts
Underwriter
07771 568303
Photo of Mark Weeks

Mark

Mark Weeks
Underwriter
07729 093054
Photo of Sarah Gearing

Sarah

Sarah Gearing
Underwriter
07776 651705
Photo of Terrie Frazer

Terrie

Terrie Frazer
Underwriter
07961 900945
Photo of Hayley Layton

Hayley

Hayley Layton
Underwriting Assistant
07904 207045
Photo of James Kirk

James

James Kirk
Assistant Underwriter
07741 178605

Here to help

Your questions matter to us at Ashby Underwriting.

We understand that every horse is unique, and so are your insurance needs. Whether you're looking to explore a new quote, review an existing policy, or seek expert guidance, don't hesitate to contact out team today.

Privacy policy

CAPTCHA
This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.