Travel Insurance for within the UK
We are often not aware of or make the most of what is available to do on our doorstep. If you are contemplating a getaway, but don’t enjoy travelling to the airport or the queues when you get there, you could make the most out of where you already are by exploring the United Kingdom for your holiday instead.
Every year, many tourists come to the UK to enjoy our beaches, small towns, large cities, and famous countryside. The UK offers so many different experiences in one place. From the mysterious Cornwall coves to the bustling capital of London, there are a world of opportunities available in the UK.
Hike through the Scottish Highlands, explore the rolling valleys of Wales, or do a Game of Thrones tour to see all the famous filming locations in Northern Ireland. The beauty of exploring your own country is that you often spend less on travelling costs, you don’t have to spend long hours waiting in the airport, and you can avoid expensive hire car costs if you have your own car.
You can still have an eventful holiday when exploring the UK. Many of the UK’s beaches are excellent for surfing and rivers throughout the country are perfect for a peaceful canoeing trip. Why not visit the Lake District to scramble Striding Edge? You could even complete the National Three Peak Challenge and climb the three highest peaks of Ben Nevis in Scotland, Snowdon in Wales, and Scafell Pike in England.
The United Kingdom is the perfect rural getaway, suitable for almost any trip you have your heart set on. Relax, explore, or go on an adventure in the United Kingdom.
Whatever you plan on doing in the UK, it’s important you get travel insurance when you are on a trip away from home. This will help to protect you against many unforeseen eventualities, especially if you plan on doing any adventurous activities.
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Why may I need Travel Insurance for travelling within the UK?
It isn’t a legal requirement to take out travel insurance for any holiday you go on, and it is less widely considered a necessity when you are traveling within the UK. However, it is important to remember that wherever you go on holiday, whether that be at home or abroad, unforeseen circumstances can happen that require you spending money to fix.
Although we have the NHS to help to protect us with any medical needs or emergencies when we are on holiday in the UK, there are other things that you might benefit from having covered by a travel insurance policy. These include:
Not all trips in the UK will need cover, but it is worth thinking ahead about what you plan to do and the type of trip you are going on, to see if you will benefit from having cover should something go wrong.
What’s covered with a travel insurance policy for travel within the UK?
Our Single Trip, Annual Trip, and Backpacker policies are designed to help protect you when you travel around the UK on holiday. Across our Single trip and Annual policies, we also offer three levels of cover: Bronze, Silver and Gold. Depending on the level of cover you choose, you’ll be protected against:
- *Not available with Bronze level cover
- **Only available with Gold level cover
- Terms and Conditions apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NHS facilities in Northern Ireland will provide emergency cover for people visiting from England. However, if you are travelling to Northern Ireland and find that you come across other unforeseen circumstances, such as travel delays, lost or stolen property, or cancellations, travel insurance may help to protect you.
Taking out a travel insurance policy can help to protect you if the worst should happen when you are travelling or on holiday.
When travelling around the UK, it is important to be safe and protected. Although travel insurance isn’t a legal requirement, it can offer you the safety blanket to protect you against most unforeseen circumstances.
You should look at what you plan to do when you are away, and think about whether taking out travel insurance prior to your trip is necessary.
Allianz Assistance travel insurance helps protect you and your holiday when you are travelling in the UK or abroad. We also help provide the support you need to handle the unexpected.
Our holiday insurance can be used to cover medical expenses, trip cancellations, delays, lost or stolen baggage, and personal liability. We offer a policy for most types of travel so, whether you’re heading on a family holiday, a business trip, or exploring a city, we’ve got you covered.
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