
Grocers insurance
We make arranging insurance for your grocery and supermarket simple and hassle free







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If you know the covers you require, it’s quick & easy to compare shop insurance quotes from a selection of insurers on our website.
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Insurance covers to consider
When deciding what insurance and covers you need to protect your business, you should consider the following:
Public liability insurance
Public liability insurance is a fundamental aspect of your grocers insurance. With customers, suppliers and clients visiting your premises daily, you need public liability insurance to cover medical and legal costs as well as any claims for compensation should someone have an accident at your business premises.

Employers' liability insurance
As a grocer, you will need to ensure the safety of your employees while they are at work. If you’re an employer you are legally required to have employers’ liability insurance to protect your staff while they are at work. Accidents happen when you least expect and compensation claims can be costly. By including this within your insurance policy you can work safe in the knowledge that should something happen, your business is protected. This element of cover is required by law even if your staff work on a casual basis, and without employers’ liability insurance in place your business could be fined for each day you’re not covered.

Property insurance for grocers
Taking care of your liability towards others involved in your business is essential; but so is protecting your property. Buildings, contents and stock cover can typically be included within your grocer’s insurance policy to protect against perils such as fire, flood, storm and theft. Your insurance policy can also include cover for your shop front and windows as well as additional security features such as alarms and shutters.

Business interruption insurance
Additionally, business interruption insurance should be considered to compensate for loss of income if you suffer damage to your business property. If you had a fire or flood that forced you to stop trading for a while, this invaluable cover could pay your fixed expenses and cover your loss of profit while you get back on your feet. It’s important to consider how long it would take you to get back up and running if for instance everything was destroyed in a fire. This cover could be the lifesaver of your business following a major disaster.

Legal protection for grocers
Most insurers nowadays will include commercial legal protection within their grocers insurance policy offering protection against a number of events such as tax and VAT disputes, commercial tenancy disputes and much more.

Grocers insurance FAQs
What is grocery store insurance?
Grocery shop insurance protects you against a number of events that could lead to financial losses or claims being made against you. It’s designed to protect you and let you work without worry. Without the right cover in place, you could find yourself personally liable for business losses and third party claims.
What insurance covers do grocer shops need?
So which covers are most important? And how could they protect your livelihood? We’ve looked at some of the most important covers that can be included within your grocers insurance to help you think about the risks involved. After all, you never think the worst will happen to you; but can you afford not to have insurance if something went wrong?
- Public liability – for injured shop visitors or damage to their property.
- Employers’ liability – to protect your shop employees.
- Buildings cover – to cover for loss or damage to your shop premises.
- Equipment, contents and stock – to reinstate your items and belongings.
- Seasonal increase in stock – protects you against fluctuations in stock at busier times of year.
- Product liability – helps protect businesses that produce, sell, or repair products.
- Business interruption – to keep finances running when disaster strikes.
- Money cover – for theft or attempted theft.
- Goods in transit – to cover for loss or damage to stock when in transit, loading, or unloading.
- Business legal expenses – to cover against the cost of legal expenses or defending your shop against legal action.
Do I need grocery shop insurance?
Running a grocers carries risks and responsibilities for all those involved, from staff to suppliers to customers and neighbours. Whether you’re running a greengrocers shop, a newsagent or convenience store, the right shop insurance could be the saviour of your business if disaster strikes.
How much does grocer insurance cost?
The cost of your supermarket or grocer insurance will depend on your business activities, the location of your business and the amount and type of covers you require to protect your grocers. Like any other insurance, generally the more cover you require the higher the premium.
The value you gain from having the right cover in place is a huge benefit to your business. A shop insurance policy is a product that you have paid for that you may never get to use, but also a product that you hope that you will never need to call on.
Why choose Premierline to arrange your grocer insurance?
Any retailer will understand the risks involved in running a shop. With a high footfall of customers and a wide range of stock you need grocer insurance in case something unexpected happens. If you need simple hassle free cover to give you peace of mind, look no further. We compare grocer insurance quotes from some of the UK’s leading insurers to help you find the right cover at the right price for your business.
What will I need to know to complete my insurance quotation?
Try to have your existing insurance schedule and renewal notice available as this will give us the majority of the information that we will need. However, if you are a new business, don’t worry – our business insurance advisors will be able to guide you through the process of understanding and identifying your insurance needs.
How soon will I get my policy documents?
We will email your policy documentation to you which means you will receive these straight away. Alternatively, if you would prefer your documents to be posted, you will normally receive them within 5 working days.
How do I pay for my policy?
You can pay annually using a credit/debit card or by making an electronic payment. Alternatively you can manage your payments through a monthly Direct Debit plan with our approved premium finance provider, Premium Credit Limited.
Why choose Premierline?
We're shop insurance experts
- We understand the nature of running your shop often leaves little time for much else. That’s why we work closely with some of the UK’s leading insurers to find the cover that’s right for you, making arranging your retail insurance simple and hassle-free. We’re committed to finding the right insurance solutions for your business to let you work without worry and focus on what really matters – your business.
- Award winning service - We're trusted by thousands of SMEs across the UK
- Comprehensive protection - We can help with all your commercial insurance needs
- UK based experts - Located in Lancaster, our advisors are here to help

Our customer reviews and testimonials
“Professional and very thorough which gave me confidence from the start that they understood my business. I also believe they got me the best possible quote.”
General Store
Customer since September 2022
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Speak to a grocery store business insurance expert
All of these covers can typically be combined into one easy to buy grocery store insurance package with other additional covers included, such as money, goods in transit, freezer contents and much more. Talk to our advisors for professional insurance recommendations tailored to your business, or if you know the covers you need you can protect your business online in a matter of minutes.
Compare & buy cover online
If you know the covers you require, it’s quick & easy to compare shop insurance quotes from a selection of insurers on our website.
Request a call back
Unsure of your cover requirements or looking for insurance advice? We’ll call to arrange a new insurance quote at a time that’s convenient for you
Speak to an expert
Our advisors are just a phone call away. On average, we answer calls within 90 seconds. Lines open Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:00pm







