Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Insurance Solutions
Established in 2001, Redwood Business Insurance Services Insurance Brokers Ltd is a family-run business dedicated to providing comprehensive insurance solutions for commercial and private clients. Based in Essex, we combine traditional customer care values with modern expertise, offering tailored coverage through partnerships with leading UK insurers and Lloyds of London. Our team of experienced professionals delivers impartial advice, competitive premiums, and long-term client relationships built on trust and integrity.As a member of Bravo Networks, we maintain compliance with Financial Conduct Authority standards while providing access to specialist markets and innovative insurance products. With over two decades of experience, we serve businesses and individuals nationwide, prioritising meticulous attention to detail and client satisfaction.
Services
Business Insurance
Personal Insurance
Specialist Insurance
Professional Indemnity
Marine Cargo Insurance
High Net Worth Insurance
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialist insurance expertise since 2001
- Our family-run business combines traditional values with modern compliance standards
- We provide access to Lloyds of London and leading UK insurers through Bravo Networks
- Our team includes qualified brokers with industry-specific knowledge across sectors
- We guarantee meticulous attention to detail in policy tailoring and claims support
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
- Bravo Networks
What people say
Long-term relationships
Specialist knowledge
Personalised service
Experienced team
Competitive premiums
Services
Business Insurance
We provide comprehensive business insurance solutions tailored to sectors including manufacturing, retail, and professional services. Our policies combine material damage protection, liability coverage, and business interruption support through leading UK insurers. With expertise in hazardous goods and specialist risks, we create custom packages that safeguard operations and assets.
Specialist Insurance
Our specialist insurance caters to unique industries like garden centres, electrical contractors, and security installers. We offer bespoke policies covering non-standard construction, efficacy risks, and high-value liabilities up to 5 million. This includes access to Lloyds of London markets for complex requirements in leisure and specialist trades.
Professional Indemnity
We arrange professional indemnity insurance protecting service-based businesses against claims of negligence or errors. Coverage extends to architects, consultants, and engineers with sums insured up to 10 million. Our policies include excess layers and legal protection to mitigate financial risks from professional liabilities.
Marine Cargo Insurance
Our marine cargo insurance protects goods transported by land, sea, or air across domestic and international routes. Policies cover damage, theft, and non-delivery under Institute Cargo Clauses, with flexible terms for storage and transit. We work with leading insurers to secure competitive premiums for commercial freight operations.
High Net Worth Insurance
We offer tailored insurance for high net worth individuals covering premium properties, classic vehicles, and valuable assets. Our policies provide agreed valuations, enhanced liability limits, and specialist claims handling. This includes bespoke coverage for unique homes, supercars, and high-value personal collections with confidentiality guarantees.
People
Steve Hartley
CEO
With decades of insurance experience, Steve oversees compliance and service standards at Redwood Business Insurance Services Insurance Brokers. A qualified broker and IFA, he maintains traditional customer care values while driving strategic development of the business.
Paul
Corporate Development Director
Paul specialises in innovative insurance products for corporate clients. With a background in Lloyd's market leisure industry risks, he focuses on client relationships and tailored solutions while maintaining golf and pet care interests.
Andy
Office Manager
Bringing 40+ years' experience, Andy manages accounting and compliance. His expertise spans all insurance classes, complemented by a passion for sports and extensive knowledge of household insurance problem-solving.
Chris Kenny
Non-Executive Director
With 50 years at Lloyd's, Chris provides underwriting expertise. As former CEO of a London market firm, he negotiates specialist policies while pursuing English studio pottery collecting as a hobby.
Kelly
Private Insurance Specialist
Kelly manages high net worth home insurance clients with personal service. Her 14-year broking experience follows underwriting roles, while she maintains fitness through regular gym and yoga activities.
Questions
What areas do you cover for business insurance?
We provide business insurance nationwide across the UK, with particular expertise in Essex, London, and the Home Counties.
Can you arrange insurance for high-risk industries?
Yes, we specialise in high-risk sectors including leisure industries, hazardous goods, and specialist trades through Lloyds of London partnerships.
Do you offer 24/7 claims support?
While our office hours are 9-5 Monday-Friday, we provide emergency contact arrangements for urgent claims situations outside these times.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards and bank transfers for premium payments through secure payment channels.
How quickly can you provide insurance quotes?
Most business insurance quotes are provided within 48 hours of receiving complete information through our contact form.
Are you regulated by the FCA?
Yes, we are directly authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority as part of Bravo Networks compliance framework.
