The feeling’s mutual
Since 1877, we’ve grown by caring for the health and wellbeing of the people and community we know so well.
Membership Benefits
Providing financial security when you can’t work
Affordable Sickness Benefit Cover – from just £14.95 per month
100% of claims paid three years in a row.
Welcome to Gravesham Friendly
We’re here to support you through life’s unexpected challenges. Our Sickness and Benefit Plan provides financial assistance when illness or injury prevents you from working—helping protect you and your loved ones when it matters most.
Why choose Gravesham Friendly?
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Simple, hassle-free application – Join in minutes.
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No complicated medical forms – We don’t penalise you for your medical history.
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Pre-existing conditions covered – Unlike many insurers, we welcome you as you are.
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Discretionary benefits – Up to £500 per year to help with medical, education and housing costs.
Flexible, generous cover options:
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£100 per week cover – Claim up to £5,600 per year.
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£250 per week cover – Claim up to £13,250 per year.
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Adjust your cover any time to suit your changing needs.
Membership options to suit everyone:
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Individual plans
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Group plans – Discounted cover for 2–10 people (ideal for small teams, families, clubs, and societies).
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Sickness Benefit Insurance
Receive weekly payments if illness or injury prevent you from working. Choose between two cover options: £100 per week or £250 per week when you are unable to work. -
Membership Benefits
Up to £500 per year to spend on dental, optical, medical, maternity, hospitalisation, housing and education costs. Plus a death benefit of up to £5,000 to ease the burden on your loved ones. -
GF Extra
Access to money saving shopping discounts and 24 hour health and wellbeing helpline.
Why Gravesham Friendly?
Proud to Be a Mutual – Built for Our Members, Not for Profit
Gravesham Friendly is a Friendly Society—sometimes called a Mutual. That means we exist for the benefit of our members, not shareholders. We reinvest profits into valuable member benefits and always strive to deliver outstanding service. It’s no surprise so many of our members recommend us to their family and friends.
Our Vision
To provide financial support during times of illness or hardship, while enriching the Gravesham community and environment.
Why Choose Us?
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Member-focused – No shareholders. All profits go back to you through benefits you’ve told us you value.
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Established in 1877 – One of the UK’s oldest and most trusted Mutuals.
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Transparent cover – Straightforward policy documents with no hidden exclusions.
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Fast and fair claims – 95% of claims approved within just 3 working days.
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Exceptional satisfaction – Industry-leading 4.9/5 member rating.
What Our Members Say
Since 1877, our members have been at the heart of everything we do. Their feedback inspires us—and reminds us why we do what we do.
10/10 for customer service and value for money. Just perfect.
