Mark Bates Ltd

25/08/2026

It’s always an honour to support and attend the Grantham Journal Business Awards! 🏆

Last year our very own Sophie Hull took home the Employee of the Year award. A fantastic achievement and one we were incredibly proud to celebrate.

We’re so grateful to everyone who takes the time to nominate Mark Bates Ltd and recognise the work we do. Your support means so much to our team!

We’re proud to once again support these fantastic awards and can’t wait to see this year’s winners! 👏

Nominations are still open for the Grantham Journal Business Awards 2026! You could be in our photo of winners this year!

With grateful thanks to our headline sponsors Pentangle Engineering Services and Mark Bates Ltd , category sponsors DowntownStores , PVS Media and South Kesteven District Council SKDC , event programme sponsor Hood Parkes & Co and winners' champagne sponsor Reflect Recruitment Lincoln and venue Arena UK Show Centre

14/08/2026

Planning a summer getaway? Travel with confidence. 🌍

Whether you're exploring the British coastline, enjoying a staycation or heading overseas, your mobility scooter or powerchair helps you make the most of every adventure. With Mark Bates Ltd Mobility Insurance, you can enjoy your holiday knowing you're covered every step of the way.

Our comprehensive cover includes:

✅ Worldwide travel cover
✅ 24/7 national breakdown recovery
✅ Public liability cover
✅ Accidental damage protection
✅ Temporary hire equipment while yours is being repaired
✅ Optional puncture cover with our Plus policy

For even greater peace of mind, combine your insurance with our Mobility Scooter & Powerchair Warranty for protection against mechanical and electrical breakdowns.

This summer, enjoy the freedom to travel with confidence while we help protect what keeps you moving. 💙

👉 Find out more: https://markbatesltd.com/schemes/mobility

Terms, conditions, limits and exclusions apply. Speak to our team today if you need any support.

04/08/2026

It's today!! Tune in at 3pm to listen to Drivetime with Hive FM!

Live from the Mark Bates Ltd Office 👏

Welcome to the home of 97.2 Hive FM. Broadcasting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from the BHive Community Centre in Grantham, Lincolnshire. We aim to bring you up to date with the latest news & events going on in the town and the surrounding areas.

03/08/2026

🎙️ We're going LIVE with Hive FM!

Tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August, we're delighted to welcome Ian Thacker and the Hive FM Drivetime Show to the Mark Bates Ltd office for a special live broadcast!

🕒 Live from 3:00pm to 6:00pm

Throughout the afternoon, Ian will be chatting with some of our fantastic colleagues about their roles, what it's like to work at Mark Bates Ltd, and the people behind the business. There'll also be plenty of great music and live interviews throughout the show.

How to tune in:
📻 97.2 FM across the Grantham area
💻 www.hivefm.org
📱 Or download the free Hive FM app on iOS or Android.

We'd love you to tune in, say hello, and let us know you're listening! 🎧

Welcome to the home of 97.2 Hive FM. Broadcasting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from the BHive Community Centre in Grantham, Lincolnshire. We aim to bring you up to date with the latest news & events going on in the town and the surrounding areas.

29/07/2026

As July comes to a close, we'd like to take a moment to reflect on what matters most – the people we've helped.

Every day, our team is here to support customers when they need us most. Whether that's arranging the right cover, answering questions, or helping guide someone through a claim, we're proud to be there every step of the way.

The reviews shared in this post are just a small snapshot of the experiences our customers have taken the time to tell us about. Their kind words mean so much to everyone of us at Mark Bates Ltd and remind us why we do what we do.

To everyone who has trusted us this month, thank you. We appreciate your support and look forward to continuing to provide the service you deserve.

For more information on the cover we offer visit: https://markbatesltd.com/ or download Insura App today!

29/07/2026

Nominations are still open for the Grantham Journal Business Awards 2026! You could be in our photo of winners this year!

Find out more and enter here: https://www.lincsonline.co.uk/grantham/news/nominations-open-for-grantham-journal-business-awards-2026-9471534/

With grateful thanks to our headline sponsors Pentangle Engineering Services and Mark Bates Ltd , category sponsors DowntownStores , PVS Media and South Kesteven District Council SKDC , event programme sponsor Hood Parkes & Co and winners' champagne sponsor Reflect Recruitment Lincoln and venue Arena UK Show Centre

20/07/2026

Looking for insurance that does more than just protect you?

With our specialist insurance for self-employed carers and Personal Assistants, you'll receive a FREE Care Certificate as part of your cover – helping you build your skills, demonstrate your professionalism and enhance your CV.

Plus, you'll also benefit from:
✔ Income Protection included at no extra cost
✔ Cover designed specifically for self-employed carers and PAs
✔ Access to a 24-hour Legal & Counselling Helpline
✔ Friendly, UK-based customer support from a trusted specialist insurer

Because looking after others starts with looking after yourself.

Find out more at carer.insure

15/07/2026

Looking for a rewarding career in care?

Becoming a Personal Assistant could be the right role for you.
Personal Assistants are employed directly by a disabled person to support them to live independently. You work one-to-one, building a real connection and making a genuine difference every day.

You do not always need previous experience in care or support work. What matters most is reliability, respect, patience, and the right values.

We are currently supporting 170+ Personal Assistant vacancies across all our regions.

Find out more: https://www.penderelstrust.org.uk/rcrPASearch.php

12/07/2026

🎉 It's Disability Awareness Day! 🎉

If you're visiting Walton Hall & Gardens today, make sure to come and say hello to the Mark Bates Ltd team! 👋

You'll find us at Stand MA10, near the main area. We'd love to meet you, answer any questions about our specialist insurance, and have a chat.

Whether you're attending with family, friends, or just exploring everything the event has to offer, we'd love to see you.

See you there! 💙

For more information about the event, visit: https://disabilityawarenessday.org.uk