Since the UK singles chart was first introduced in 1952, there’s been one type of hit that’s guaranteed to start a conversation; and that’s the good old one-hit wonder. These are often looked down upon, seen as light and fluffy and not great quality; not ‘proper’ music, the marshmallows of pop. But most of these […]

Having a hobby or passion doesn’t just have to be for when we’re young, and that includes horse riding, which can be a skill picked up later in life (see our blog on taking up horse riding in later life). We recently caught up with our customer Sally who, after 20 years of not riding, […]

Many of us can relate to the notion that as we get older, companionship doesn’t just come in the form of the humankind, but also from pet ownership. Here at The Insurance Emporium, we caught up with one of customers, Jayne, who told us about her dog, Boo, and her recent experience when having to […]

As the excitement for the UEFA Euros 2024 builds and we enter the knockout stages, we’re not just looking at the football teams but also at the furry companions cheering alongside their owners. Showcasing the deep bond between Europeans and their pets, here at The Insurance Emporium (TIE), we’ve delved into the most popular dog […]

Here at The Insurance Emporium we’re lucky enough to be based in the biggest and most beautiful county in the UK – Yorkshire. From rugged moors to sweeping dales, dramatic coastline to historic castles, it really does have something for everyone. We’re also blessed with impressive sporting credentials; there’s no denying that Yorkshire people know […]

As with any sport or hobby, anglers are often looking for ways to improve their ‘game’, and there’s a lot of advice out there, as well as a lot of gadgets to make fishing easier. Many anglers are making the most of underwater footage to improve their fishing, but how can looking at underwater footage […]

Cycling is a popular form of transport; whether you’re doing it as a form of exercise, heading out and about with the family, or cycling to work. But there can be some confusion when it comes to the rules surrounding cycling; often people are unclear about what’s legal and what’s not, and recently there have […]

Going to uni is a great opportunity; lots of new experiences, new people to meet, new places to explore. But there’s a lot of pressure to have ‘the time of your life’. How many times has a relative said to you ‘Oh you’ll have a brilliant time!’ or told you how lucky you are? Often, […]

If you’re thinking about taking your children fishing it can feel quite daunting; once you’ve worked out the different types of tackle, you have to think about where to go, which fish you might catch, and which bait to use, never mind where and when you’re allowed to fish. But as fishing is known for […]

Your big day is finally here. After months of careful planning everything should run like clockwork; the flowers match the bridesmaids, the cake matches the napkins, the pageboy has his orders and your dad’s dance moves have been honed to perfection. But with so much at stake on your big day, the last thing you […]