
Bloodstock & Equine
Our market-leading team is committed to delivering an unrivalled 24/7, 365 days a year service to our clients, underpinned by a deep knowledge of this niche insurance sector.
With over 85 years of experience, we aim to provide the highest level of assistance for clients across UK, European and international markets.
We are located at the heart of the London insurance market, and are the centre of competence for the Bloodstock/Equine class at HDI group.
We are fully empowered to deliver a prompt, thorough service to our brokers, agents and clients.
To report an urgent claim, please contact Mark Edwards directly.



London-based, internationally recognised
Our specialist knowledge coupled with our empowered approach enables us to provide the highest level of service for clients across the UK, European and International markets.
International business across UK, Europe and the world
85+ years of experience
24/7 Claims service
Why choose us?
We are located at the heart of the London insurance market and are fully empowered to deliver a prompt, thorough service to our brokers, agents and clients.
We understand your risk and provide:
- Efficient and punctual response times to any enquiry or request.
- An out-of-hours underwriting and claims service.
- Access to leading, loss adjusters, industry specialists and expert veterinary professionals worldwide, who are able to provide the very best referral advice and guidance.
- A smooth transaction of business by collaborating closely with global bloodstock agents and London brokers.
Our core standard cover is for All Risks of Mortality, resulting from Accident, Illness, Disease or Death, including theft.
Other forms of coverage we provide include:
- Stallion Permanent Disability - coverage in the event of your stallion being sick, injured or unable to breed.
- Transit - cover for your horse during transit, whether by road or air, whilst in quarantine and for a period after arrival at its destination.
- First Season Infertility - coverage against infertility of a stallion during its first season as stud.
- Loss of Income - protection of stud fee income if a stallion cannot commence breeding duties.
Wide range of coverage
We provide insurance and reinsurance on a variety of Bloodstock and Equine risks, including:
Stud farm operations – encompassing breeding and youngstock risks
Racehorse risks – both Flat and National Hunt codes
Schedules of mixed use bloodstock, owned privately or under the management of professional trainers or whilst based at stud farms
Individual broodmares and breeding stallions
High performance Equine and Sport Horse risks including Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing performers
Get in touch with us
HDI backs up its outstanding policy options with one of the most respected groups of insurance professionals in the business. If you would like to know more about our solutions or services, contact the team.