Fireworks
Please be aware that for fireworks policies, all relevant information required for us to issue a policy (which could include full site plans and risk assessments) will need to be provided to us before 3pm on the 6th of November for us to review if your event if it is taking place on the 6th, 7th, or 8th, of November 2026.
For applications, renewal requests and supporting information relating to fireworks insurance policies received after 3pm, we will not be able to guarantee that we can provide the cover in time.
Sorry is this causes any inconvenience.
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Craft fair insurance for crafters and organisers
Public liability insurance for craft fair organisers, stallholders and crafters
If you’re organising a craft fair or selling your handmade products at an event, having the right insurance in place can help protect you if something goes wrong.
At Event Insurance Services, we offer craft fair insurance for organisers, stallholders and makers, with public liability cover to help protect against claims for accidental injury or damage to third-party property. With shows and fair insurance starting from £69 and stallholders’ insurance from £32, you can find cover suited for your event or stall. Get a quote online today.
Why choose Event Insurance
Industry Experts
Established in 1996, we have specialised in providing reliable, competitive event insurance that is appropriate and affordable.
Excellent Claims Handling
Our highly skilled in-house claims department deals with all claims as quickly, efficiently and sympathetically as possible. We have been recognised for our exceptional customer service.
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Our insurance is easy to understand and simple to buy, and our expert team is on hand to provide advice and assistance.
Dependable
Our policies are underwritten by one of the world's most reputable insurers. 90% of our clients come back to us because our policies give them the reliable, affordable cover they need.
What is covered with a comprehensive craft fair event insurance policy?
Whether you are crafting jewellery, wooden items, textiles, flowers or organising the event, it is important to protect yourself from claims made against you by the public. Our comprehensive craft fair insurance policy will give you the peace of mind to concentrate on the crafts and interacting with the public without worrying about the financial implications of any accidents that may occur. You worry about the crafts; we’ll worry about the cover.
Public liability insurance for craft fairs
When you’re welcoming visitors to a craft fair or selling handmade products at a stall, accidents can still happen, even if you’ve been careful. Public liability insurance covers you for any accidental bodily injury to a member of the public, as well as cover for accidental damage to third-party property proven to be a result of your negligence in connection with your craft fair or craft stall.
For example, a visitor could trip over an item left beside your craft stall or a display could fall and damage someone’s belongings. If you’re found responsible, you could face a compensation claim.
Our public liability insurance for craft fairs can provide cover relating to:
- Accidental injury to members of the public
- Accidental damage to third-party property
- Accidental loss of third-party property
What does craft fair insurance cover?
Alongside public liability insurance, our craft fair policies offer a range of cover options:
Craft fair employers’ liability insurance
Employers’ liability insurance covers you for any legal liability to pay damages, claimants’ costs and expenses arising from injuries to any of your employees at the craft fair, including volunteers. This can be particularly important for organisers employed staff to help set up, manage or run an event.
Craft fair event equipment
This part of the policy covers you against any loss, theft or accidental damage to hired, leased or owned event equipment that you are responsible for. This could include equipment used to set up and run your craft fair, such as tables or displays.
Craft fair cancellation insurance
Should you need to cancel your craft fair, we can cover you for irrecoverable costs associated with the unavoidable cancellation, abandonment or postponement of your event.
Why do you need public liability insurance to organise craft fairs or to sell crafts?
Accidents can happen, especially when dealing with members of the public, and should a member of the public trip over your stock or injure themselves in any way connected to your craft fair or stall, your business can be held liable for compensation.
This is why it is essential to get protection. Our public liability insurance for craft fair organisers and craft stallholders covers you against any liability or claims made by the public in connection with your craft fair.
I'm a craft organiser; how much will it cost to insure the event?
Our craft fair insurance premiums start from as little as £69.
One off and multiple craft fair insurance
For craft fair organisers, sellers and stallholders, we can offer policies which either cover a one off craft fair event or multiple craft fairs throughout the year. By covering multiple events with one policy, you will make a saving on your premium. We are here to provide the flexibility you need with your insurance policy. We also provide cover for a wide variety of other events, such as art shows, street parties and exhibitions.
Craft Fair Insurance FAQs
There are a range of products that are sold through craft fairs. Whether it be a candle, wax melts or bath products; if you are selling products to the public as a stallholder, it is important that you are covered. Without proper insurance, you could be left with a sizeable legal bill if something goes wrong.
It is also worth noting that most fair organisers will request proof that you have an insurance policy in place before allowing you to sell at their craft fair. Employers liability insurance is a legal requirement if you have any employees accompanying you at the craft fair who are not family members or contractors.
While public liability insurance is not a legal requirement at craft fairs, it is highly recommended and some craft fair event organisers will want to see evidence of craft stall owners' public liability insurance policies. Hopefully, you won’t ever need to claim on your public liability insurance policy, but you’ll be glad it’s there if you do need it as claims for injuring a member of the public can be very costly.
Good news - if you have an event that commences the next day, we can still provide cover. Even for larger covers, we aim to get your insurance sorted within 24 hours. For most cases, the turnaround time will be much quicker than this.
The only exception is for customers buying a policy on a Saturday for an event on Sunday. In this scenario you'll need to make the purchase online. Regrettably, this is the only way we can ensure last-minute coverage for events that fall on a Sunday.
To ensure that the process is as quick as possible, we suggest purchasing your policy online. It may also save time during the application process if you know the covers, levels of coverage and attendance limits for your craft fair.
When you purchase a policy through Event Insurance Services, you will receive the following documents by email:
- Certificate of insurance - Details the cover and amounts of cover that you have opted for. This document also contains key information such as the name of the insured, dates of cover and event name/location.
- Statement of fact - Details certain assertions you've made.
- Policy wording - Contains full terms and conditions of the coverage offered, including any applicable exclusions, conditions and limitations to cover.
- Important Product Information Document (IPID) - Provides information about the most important features of an insurance product including key covers and main exclusions. It serves to ensure that insurance products are clear and transparent.
- Additional documentation - Privacy Notices, Client Terms of Business and Employers Liability Certificate if opted for.
If you’re selling handmade products at a craft fair, public liability insurance is an important consideration. It can help protect you against eligible claims if a member of the public is injured or their property is damaged due to your negligence. Before attending a craft fair, check with the organiser whether they require a particular level of insurance.
Our insurance can provide cover for a wide range of crafters and stallholders selling products at events, such as:
- Handmade jewellery and accessories
- Artwork, prints and illustrations
- Pottery and ceramics
- Knitted, crocheted and embroidered items
- Handmade candles and wax melts
- Wooden crafts and decorations
- Flowers and floral arrangements
- Handmade gifts
Thinking about buying one of our craft fair related public liability insurance policies?
Protect your business and make sure you are covered for any liability with Event Insurance Services craft fair insurance policy today. Simply fill in our online form for a quick and easy quote or contact our knowledgeable team today.
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