For many Blackmore Bond investors, the last several years have been defined by loss, confusion and the creeping sense that no one in authority was ever going to do anything about it. The FSCS’s confirmation that it is upholding compensation claims against Lonsdale Insurance Brokers Limited is, for Series 1 investors at least, the clearest sign yet that a genuine route to recovery exists.
Lonsdale’s Role in the Blackmore Bond Collapse
Lonsdale Insurance Brokers was an FCA regulated insurance broker. Its role in the Blackmore Bond story centred on a Capital Guarantee Scheme it arranged for purchasers of Series 1 bonds. That scheme was presented to investors as a layer of protection. When Blackmore Bond plc collapsed in 2020, the guarantee proved to be anything but.
What the FSCS Has Confirmed
The FSCS completed its investigation into Lonsdale in January 2026 and has now opened to claims from Series 1 bondholders. The scheme estimates that more than 800 investors could share compensation totalling up to £18 million. Each claim is being assessed individually.
The FSCS has been clear that this compensation route currently covers only Series 1 investors. Those who purchased Series 2 through 6 bonds are not covered under this particular action, as the FSCS says it lacks evidence connecting Lonsdale to those later tranches.
How to Claim and What to Expect
Making a direct claim to the FSCS is free. You do not need to use a claims management company or solicitor to access FSCS compensation, and doing so directly means you receive 100 per cent of any award. However, if you would like someone to handle the process, review your documents and ensure your claim is presented in the strongest possible way, we are here to do exactly that, with no cost to you unless your claim succeeds. We handle bond claims and investment claims on a no-win, no-fee basis.
If you invested in Blackmore Bond Series 1 and feel embarrassed that you were drawn into an investment that failed, please know this: Lonsdale was a regulated firm with a professional duty to ensure that arrangement was sound. The fact that it was not is their failure, not yours.
Get Help With Your Claim
If you had dealings with Lonsdale Insurance Brokers Limited and are worried about your money, please book a free consultation with our team. You may feel embarrassed about what has happened, but you should not. You were let down by people who had a professional and legal duty to act in your best interest. We will carry out all the investigative work on your behalf, at no cost to you. If your claim is not successful, you will not pay a penny. Call us during office hours or email hello@claimmyloss.co.uk , we are here for you.
