I've been with Collingwood insurance ltd for more than two years, I always get the best service compering to other brokers. Special Sarah I always get serviced from her. She's really helpful... See more
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I’ve had the pleasure of speaking with Sarah Henderson using collingwood when I renew my policy weekly, and she’s truly exceptional. Every time I call, Sarah is not only cheerful and pleasant but... See more
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Had trouble with my insurance renewal from other firms. Lisa Thompson was quick to help. She was great at explaining everything and very understanding. Overall brill experience, especially with how dr... See more
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Huge thanks to Dee-lie at Collingwood Insurance! She was absolutely amazing on the phone today—very patient and answered all my questions clearly. It’s rare to get such high-quality support these days... See more
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Collingwood Insurance Services (UK) Ltd. is a UK based insurance intermediary with offices in Newcastle upon Tyne. We have been providing our customer's value and excellent customer service since 2006. As a testament to this, Collingwood has won the Insurance Choice award for Best Specialist Insurance Provider 2018 and holds one of the highest Trustpilot scores for the car insurance sector, both of which are voted for by our customers.
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Collingwood House, NE29 6AR, North Shields, United Kingdom
- 0345 470 0010
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This insurance provider is great UNTIL…
This insurance provider is great UNTIL the policyholder passes their driving test - and they then hit you with a ridiculous cancellation fee. If you’re expecting to pass your driving test within the term of the policy, THEN LOOK ELSEWHERE. DO NOT USE THESE PEOPLE.
(CIS - don’t bother yourselves to reply to this with some feeble justification regarding terms and conditions. The existence of a legally binding contract is no justification for unreasonable commercial behaviour)
March 27, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Alan,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re sorry that you were disappointed with your experience with us. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss this on 0345 470 0014.
Kind Regards,
The Collingwood Team
It was a great service by Collinghood…
It was a great service by Collinghood and specially Sarah, who was so much enthusiastic, friendly and supportive. I must say brilliant. She deserves 5 out of 5. Thanks Sarah and Collinghood.
March 27, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Sujon,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We’re delighted to hear that Sarah was able to provide you with helpful advice and support.
If your need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for choosing Collingwood.
The Collingwood Team
bad experience
bad experience, I don't recommend it, they doubled my insurance because NCB was older than 12 months, something that didn't happen with other companies
March 10, 2026
Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Catalin,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the service we provided.
The information provided on the website does advise that the No Claims Bonus must be in your name, and must be from a policy which ended within the last 12 months- we're sorry if you missed this important information when purchasing your policy.
If you would like to discuss this further, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Kind Regards,
The Collingwood Team
Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Paul,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Acknowledgement
It's the company's service and most of the time I deal with Sarah Henderson and she is very welcoming and helpful.
March 23, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Serge,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Sarah Henderson was able to assist you in a polite and efficient manner. Your appreciation means a lot to us and we’re always here if you need any further help or have more questions in the future.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Paid nearly the full year premium for…
Paid nearly the full year premium for 4.5 months of learner cover due to the way there fees and stupid way they work out the pro rata DO NOT TAKE OUT A YEARLY POLICY go else where on a pay as you go monthly policy
March 25, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Mr forshaw,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the service we provided.
We’ve asked Trustpilot to reach out to you to help us identify your policy, and in the meantime, please bear with this brief acknowledgement.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Thanks sarah
Hi, good afternoon, I like the service, and to be honest, I like when I call Sarah answer my phone, she do great service, speaking and explaining very clearly for
a costumer non English, and always she say I hope you make money and do good job, it’s make me fell alright, she have good heart.
March 25, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Alyounis,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Sarah was able to assist you in a polite and efficient manner. Your appreciation means a lot to us and we’re always here if you need any further help or have more questions in the future.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Sarah the Superstar
Sarah was very informative and knowledgeable about the services Collingwood provide and guided me through the process in order for me to get set up and on the road.
Give this lass a substantial pay rise!
March 24, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Sarah was able to assist you in a polite and efficient manner. Your appreciation means a lot to us and we’re always here if you need any further help or have more questions in the future.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Took out learner driver insurance for…
Took out learner driver insurance for my son paid the 12month premium instead of monthly. My son passed his test within 7months of taking out this policy so had 5month remaining. Collingwood representatives said that 90% of my premium was used 7/12 🤦 and that the remaining 10% wasn’t enough to cover the cancellation fee so I received a bill which they kindly automatically charged my card with…..
Absolute scam of a company!!!!
We also had problems with login on my son’s portal and when we tried to contact them to rectify they kept on assuring me that I was logging in wrong or using the wrong device or inputting the wrong information, none of there instructions resolved the issue.
All we wanted was the insurance certificate as my son was taking the test in his own car, they refused to email it and said I needed to pay an admin fee to receive.
bearing in mind this was the morning of my son’s test which added to the stress he was already in.
I wouldn’t recommend this company ever to anyone, please look elsewhere, save yourself the headache.
March 20, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Philip,
Thank you for providing information to help us identify your Learner Driver policy with Collingwood. Let us start by saying how sorry we are that your experience with us was not as you expected.
We regularly review our customer journey both online and with our colleagues in our Contact Centre, to ensure all the key information and facts are available for our customers to read and understand prior to taking any cover out with us. We are satisfied that this information was clearly available to you both before and after purchase, however if you would like to discus this further, please reach out and we will be happy to help.
Thank you once again for providing feedback which will help shape our business in the future.
Kind Regards,
The Collingwood Team
Total rip off insurer
Total rip off insurer, I took out a 12 month learner policy for my son, paid in full. The insurer wrote to me last week highlighting the policy needs to be cancelled when the learner passes their test. As my son had passed on the Friday before, I cancelled the policy, I then received an email for a £40 cancellation fee! Despite the fact I had paid in full and only had 2 months left of the policy, IF I had let the policy expire without renewing I would have had no cancellation fee and my son had already taken out full insurance out elsewhere on his car so would not or could not have claimed on the policy as he was no longer a learner. When Collingwood email to ask you to cancel 'if you have passed' they make no mention of the cancellation fee buried in the small print, BECAUSE they want to sting you with a charge you will have forgotten about when you took the policy out, nor do they mention it when you cancel on line until after you have cancelled. Total rip off insurance for learner drivers
March 20, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi David,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the service we provided.
We’ve asked Trustpilot to reach out to you to help us identify your policy, and in the meantime, please bear with this brief acknowledgement.
Kind Regards,
The Collingwood Team
Sarah was great
Sarah was great,
Very helpful
Very professional
She knows how to deal with the customer.
Regards
March 23, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Q K,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Sarah was able to make the process smooth and straightforward for you.
If you ever need anything else or have any questions in the future, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Kind Regards,
The Collingwood Team
Absolutely fantastic
Absolutely fantastic. Professional, quick and very informative. Thankyou
March 18, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Zaki,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Con Artists
Con Artists
My daughter passed her Driving test we called to cancel the policy and we were not told about the cancellation fee.
We were hit with £72 for what!!!!
I’d love to know what hard work it takes to charge £72.
DO NOT USE THEM.
March 17, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Catrina,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the service we provided.
We’ve asked Trustpilot to reach out to you to help us identify your policy, and in the meantime, please bear with this brief acknowledgement.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Luke
I just wanted to say, one of the team members Luke was amazing. Helped me and my brother solve a mistake that we made with our insurance and he went far beyond to help us as much as he could and solved the issue. Thank you so much Luke!!
March 17, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Oliwia,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Luke was able to make the process smooth and straightforward for you. Getting ready for that first drive is a big milestone and we’re glad we could be a part of it.
If you ever need anything else or have any questions in the future, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Safe Driving
The Collingwood Team
Great customer service in taxi…
Great customer service in taxi department Sarah,Lisa,and Michael
March 17, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Kenneth,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Sarah, Lisa and Michael were able to assist you in a polite and efficient manner. Your appreciation means a lot to us and we’re always here if you need any further help or have more questions in the future.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Be warned!! Unexpected £120 fee!!!
Be warned!!! £119.05 Policy Cancellation Fee!!!
I am writing to warn others regarding the £119.05 cancellation fee applied following the termination of my son’s learner driver insurance policy.
Having passed his driving test, I cancelled my son’s learner insurance policy with Collingwood promptly and in good faith in order to comply with the agreement. I then had to pay a £119.05 cancellation fee for my son, who is a university student.
Passing a driving test is an expected and foreseeable outcome of holding learner insurance, and the cancellation arose solely as a direct consequence of compliance with my obligation to inform this company of a material change in status. The cancellation was therefore not due to misconduct, misuse of the policy, or any failure on our part.
Furthermore, I was on the phone waiting for 18 minutes before a disinterested ‘agent’ even spoke to me who didn’t apologise for the wait and waste of my time.
I consider the application of a cancellation fee to be disproportionate and inconsistent with the principle of fair treatment of customers.
How employees of this company sleep at night is beyond me. And guess what? They investigate it themselves and judge that it’s all legal. Legal it may be, but ethical? Justified? Fair? It really leaves a bad taste. I hope they are pleased with themselves.
So be warned people, there is a cancellation charge waiting for you when your teenager passes their driving test and it could be as much as £120!!!
February 15, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Ryan,
Thank you for getting back to us with further information to help us identify your Collingwood Learner Driver policy and we are very sorry that your experience with us was not as you expected.
We can see that you have raised a formal complaint. Our website journey has been designed to offer full transparency to our customers so they can make a fully informed decision before deciding whether the policy they have selected is suitable and fits their needs, in terms of Policy details, premium and intermediary fees.
We regularly review our customer journey both online and with our colleagues in our Contact Centre, to ensure all the key information and facts are available for our customers to read and understand prior to taking any cover out with us. We are satisfied that this information was clearly available to you both before and after purchase, however if you would like to discuss this further, please reach out and we will be happy to help.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Scam company
Scam company, charge you £40 to leave at the end of the policy. Reported to FCA
March 12, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Tom,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the service we provided.
We’ve asked Trustpilot to reach out to you to help us identify your policy, and in the meantime, please bear with this brief acknowledgement.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Great experience
Great experience. Was talked through the whole policy and got explained how it works, the benefits etc.
Luke was a great help, thanks for helping me setup a policy for my son.
March 12, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Matthew,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Luke was able to make the process smooth and straightforward for you. Getting ready for that first drive is a big milestone and we’re glad we could be a part of it.
If you ever need anything else or have any questions in the future, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Safe Driving
The Collingwood Team
Disgraceful cancellation charges!
The monthly prices were clearly too good to be true, as when it came to cancellation as my daughter had passed her test, she was charged £72. Its learner insurance so obviously the end goal is for the policy holder to pass, new young drivers are already robbed with their first year premiums when passing without having to pay to cancel their learner insurance. Needs making clearer when purchasing online! Absolutely disgusting!
February 27, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Katie,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re sorry that you were disappointed with your experience with us.
Our website journey has been designed to offer full transparency to our customers so they can make a fully informed decision before deciding whether the policy they have selected is suitable and fits their needs, in terms of Policy details, premium and intermediary fees.
We regularly review our customer journey both online and with our colleagues in our Contact Centre, to ensure all the key information and facts are available for our customers to read and understand prior to taking any cover out with us. We are satisfied that this information was clearly available to you both before and after purchase, however if you would like to discuss this further, please reach out and we will be happy to help.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
***Warning do not use***
***Warning do not use***
Please do not use this company for new learner insurance. They are all friendly when you take out the policy, but totally different when you cancel or need a claim. Also be aware you pay £40 cancellation charge when you pass your test as policy then becomes void. Wish we used another company our friends used. Thought we had a good deal at the start. Please think twice before using Collingwood
March 12, 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Insurance Services UK Ltd
Hi Redboat,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the service we provided.
We’ve asked Trustpilot to reach out to you to help us identify your policy, and in the meantime, please bear with this brief acknowledgement.
Kind Regards,
The Collingwood Team
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