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Specialist Learner, Taxi & Courier Insurance Solutions
Collingwood Insurance, established in 2006, is a specialist motor insurance provider based in North Shields near Newcastle upon Tyne. We deliver tailored insurance solutions for learner drivers, taxi drivers, and couriers, offering both annual and short-term cover options. Our commitment to exceptional customer service has earned us multiple industry awards, including Best Motor Insurance Provider at the Insurance Choice Awards 2024.With over 15 years of experience in the sector, we combine competitive pricing with innovative products like our RoadHow app for learner drivers. Our FCA-authorised operations ensure compliance and reliability, while our Trustpilot Excellent rating with 13,500+ reviews demonstrates our dedication to client satisfaction. We maintain transparent practices with no hidden fees and provide 24/7 claims support for urgent needs.
Services
Learner driver insurance
Taxi insurance
Courier insurance
Annual insurance
Short-term insurance
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Award-winning customer service since 2006
- Learner driver insurance from 43p/day
- 24/7 claims assistance available
- FCA-authorised and regulated operations
- Multi-award winner at Insurance Choice Awards
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
What people say
Award-winning customer service
Competitive pricing options
24/7 claims assistance
Easy policy setup process
Trusted by thousands
Services
Learner driver insurance
Flexible car insurance for provisional licence holders. Allows private practice in own or family/friend's vehicle without affecting their No Claims Bonus. Available as annual or 28-day short-term policies with optional additional drivers. Includes DVSA-approved learning app access.
Taxi driver insurance
Specialist insurance for taxi drivers with options for annual or short-term cover (7 days to 3 months). Designed for both new and experienced drivers with no credit checks required. Includes breakdown assistance and legal compliance features.
Courier insurance
Annual insurance for parcel and food delivery couriers. Covers cars and vans with flexible terms for new drivers and EU licence holders. Includes breakdown assistance and claims support tailored to delivery operations.
Annual insurance
Full 12-month insurance coverage for learner drivers, taxi operators and couriers. Offers cost-effective solutions with monthly payment options and no credit checks. Includes comprehensive support features and policy flexibility.
Short-term insurance
Flexible insurance solutions from 28 days up to 3 months. Ideal for learner drivers needing extra practice or taxi operators requiring temporary coverage. Features 7-day top-up options and No Claims Bonus protection.
Questions
What types of insurance does Collingwood offer?
We provide learner driver, taxi and courier insurance with both annual and short-term options available.
How much does learner driver insurance cost?
Our learner driver insurance starts from 43p/day for annual policies and 73p/day for short-term cover.
Can I get taxi insurance with a bad credit history?
Yes - we offer taxi insurance with no credit checks required for both new and experienced drivers.
What is included in courier insurance?
Our courier insurance covers food and parcel deliveries for cars and vans with flexible annual policies.
Do you offer 24/7 claims support?
Yes - our claims team is available 24 hours a day on 0345 370 0008 for emergencies.
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Reviews (6)
Carl Gallagher
Dec 29, 2021
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Avoid at all costs!!! Took out a leaner driver car insurance policy for my daughter in April 2021 she passed her test on December 2021. When she passed was told to call to cancel the insurance as it will no longer be for a leaner driver. We was unable to contact Collingwood as it was over the Christmas period and have a very pleased 17 yr old so I decided to look around for insurance and happily got her a policy with another company. The agreement was to cancel with collingwood and they would find her a new policy as she didnt want to wait I did the cancellation online as I was told in a previous
David Jones
Dec 06, 2021
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Sound company to help get you on the road with the correct insurance for taxi drivers very resposive and helpful company
Alan
Dec 04, 2021
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I would advise people very look elsewhere for insurance. Took a learner policy for our daughter which on the face of it seems like a good deal until you come to cancel the policy which you have to do once they pass a test as unlike other insurers there is no option to convert to a standard policy (even for an additional fee). This is where all the additional charges come in. Wasn't expecting anything back after cancelling at 8 months but to be told we owe them more money to cancel 4 months from the end was a shock. Would have been far cheaper to just let the policy lapse. If you're still determined
Sallyyates Yates
Oct 27, 2021
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Do not get learner driver insurance from these the policy is a scam there is no cooling off period just a 70 pound broker fee if you cancel . Read all the small print as the policy is so confusing and very limited. Stay clear and use a proper insurance company for your car. Paid 92 cancelled after 3 days and received 22 back. Warning do not buy.
Medina Giffen
Sep 02, 2021
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Fantastic company for insurance
Easy to arrange, professional staff and no hassle set up. Rates are excellent. Would highly recommend especially to all learners starting out wanting insurance.
Easy to arrange, professional staff and no hassle set up. Rates are excellent. Would highly recommend especially to all learners starting out wanting insurance.
Paul Glover
Aug 21, 2021
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Very competitive learner driver insurance. Easy to set up and very good customer service. No problems contacting them via the phone or the webchat facility. Added my son on my vehicle and couldn't get a better quote for learner driver insurance.
