Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Insurance Brokers in Maidstone
Portcullis Insurance is an independent insurance brokerage specialising in delivering nationwide cover for businesses of all sizes. Regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), we prioritise a customer-first philosophy, building long-term relationships through dedicated experts who understand clients' unique needs. With access to major markets including Lloyd's of London and exclusive facilities, we provide tailored insurance solutions backed by over 120 years of combined industry experience.Our team combines deep local knowledge with national expertise, ensuring efficient policy administration and seamless service. As members of the British Insurance Brokers Association and the largest UK broker network, we maintain rigorous compliance standards while offering innovative, client-centric solutions for complex insurance requirements.
Services
Commercial Insurance
Property Insurance
Motor Trade Insurance
Cyber Insurance
Professional Indemnity
Construction Insurance
Pubs & Restaurants Insurance
Shop & Retail Insurance
Office Insurance
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We are FCA-regulated insurance specialists with nationwide market access
- Our team includes professionals with over 40 years' industry experience
- We offer exclusive access to Lloyd's of London and specialist facilities
- Our dedicated experts provide tailored solutions for complex insurance needs
- We maintain membership in the British Insurance Brokers Association
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
What people say
Expert advice
Market access
Dedicated service
Efficient administration
Industry knowledge
Services
Commercial Insurance
We provide comprehensive commercial insurance solutions tailored to businesses of all sizes. Our FCA-regulated services include property, liability, and business interruption coverage through major UK insurers. With access to exclusive facilities and Lloyd's of London, we deliver customised protection for complex risks.
Property Insurance
Our property insurance offers protection for residential and commercial properties, including high-risk and non-standard assets. We specialise in covering landlords, managing agents, and property investors with access to specialist markets for DSS tenants, listed buildings, and unoccupied properties.
Cyber Insurance
We offer specialist cyber insurance to protect businesses against digital threats. Coverage includes data breaches, ransomware attacks, and business interruption losses. Our policies provide incident response support, data recovery, and regulatory compliance assistance through leading UK insurers.
Motor Trade Insurance
Our motor trade insurance caters to all vehicle-related businesses, including dealers, repairers, and recovery operators. We provide bespoke policies covering classic cars, mobile mechanics, and specialist vehicle fleets with tailored terms through exclusive market access.
Professional Indemnity
We deliver professional indemnity insurance for legal, financial, and technology professionals. Our coverage protects against claims of negligence or breach of duty, with policy extensions available for cyber risks and reputational damage management.
People
Phil Gooch
Director
With over 40 years in commercial insurance, Phil specialises in insurer relationships and market strategy. Formerly leading AXA's regional sales team, he brings extensive expertise in sales, underwriting, and national market development to Portcullis.
Damon Ashton
Director
Damon has over 30 years' insurance experience, including leadership roles at AXA. He focuses on corporate governance and strategic growth while maintaining the company's customer-first philosophy through his deep industry knowledge and management expertise.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide commercial insurance including property, motor trade, cyber, professional indemnity, construction, and specialist liability covers tailored to business needs.
Are you regulated by the FCA?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under reference number 526979 for insurance broking activities.
Can you help with difficult-to-place risks?
Our team specialises in complex risks, offering access to exclusive facilities and Lloyd's of London for non-standard properties and high-risk trades.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we arrange premium finance facilities through independent providers, subject to credit approval and FCA-regulated terms.
What areas do you cover?
We provide nationwide insurance solutions across the UK, with specialist access to London markets and Lloyd's of London facilities.
