Success in specialty insurance is all about knowing what's inside the nooks and crannies, around the hidden corners, and tucked into the secret recesses. At Markel Specialty, it's about knowing our niche, and developing specialty insurance programs to suit it.

Markel Specialty develops and underwrites specialty insurance products and programs for a variety of niche markets, including:

• Accident and health
• B&Bs and country inns
• Children's camps, Boys & Girls Clubs, Scouts, YMCAs
• Child care centers
• Health, swim, and racquet clubs
• Historic homes
• Horse farms, riding and show animal clubs, dude ranches, guides and outfitters, private horse owner's liability
• Human services
• Gymnastics, dance, and martial arts schools
• Museums and private libraries
• Personal trainers and yoga instructors
• Private schools  

Financial Ratings

Markel receives high marks for financial stability and claims paying ability from insurance industry analysts.

Key Ratings - Markel Corporation Group

• A.M. Best Company Financial Strength "A Excellent" in Category XIII
• Fitch Insurer Financial Strenth Rating "A (Strong)"