Made to Measure Narrowboat Covers in Market Harborough

Narrowboat Covers Prices for Market Harborough Boat Owners

Bespoke narrowboat covers start from £289 — and we don't charge VAT, saving you 20% compared to most suppliers. Our covers include heavy-duty marine PVC or breathable acrylic canvas, anti-wick thread, and stainless steel fittings. The final price depends on the length of your narrowboat, the number of features (doors, windows, cratch boards), and which fabric you choose. We can also patch or repair existing narrowboat covers from £89.

For Market Harborough boat owners mooring on the Grand Union Canal, our no-VAT pricing represents a saving of at least £58 on a starting-price narrowboat cover compared to a VAT-registered supplier — and often considerably more on larger or more complex covers.

View the full price list or contact Ryan for a personalised quote for your Grand Union Canal boat — most quotes are turned around within one working day.

How to Order Narrowboat Covers from Market Harborough

Our postal copy service means Market Harborough boat owners don't need to visit our workshop in person. Here is how it works:

1. Step 1 — Post your cover: Post your existing narrowboat cover (or a traced paper pattern) to our Oxfordshire workshop — no need to bring the boat.
2. Step 2 — We make your cover: We use your old cover as an exact template, cutting and sewing a perfect replica in your chosen marine fabric. Any worn zips, windows, or fixings are replaced as standard.
3. Step 3 — Receive your cover: Your new narrowboat cover is dispatched by tracked courier within 6 working days of us receiving your old cover.

Learn more about the postal copy service

Marine Fabrics & Materials

Narrowboat covers need to withstand constant wind, rain, and UV exposure on the canal. We use 400 g/m² marine PVC for maximum waterproofing, or Sunbrella acrylic for superior breathability — ideal for narrowboats that are lived on year-round. All seams are double-sewn with anti-wick thread, and all zips are heavy-duty YKK marine grade. Fixings are stainless steel press studs or bungee cord loops to suit your existing fittings.

For Market Harborough boats mooring year-round on the Grand Union Canal, the choice between PVC and acrylic usually comes down to whether breathability (acrylic) or maximum waterproofing (PVC) is the priority — Ryan is happy to advise based on your specific mooring and how frequently you use the boat.

Read more about our fabric and materials choices, including which options work best for canal conditions like those on the Grand Union Canal near Market Harborough.

When to Order Narrowboat Covers in Market Harborough

Spring is the busiest period for narrowboat covers orders from across East Midlands, including Market Harborough, as boat owners prepare for the cruising season. However, unlike many marine suppliers, we don't operate a seasonal queue — we carry stock of all standard marine fabrics year-round, and our six-working-day turnaround applies regardless of when you order. Ordering in autumn or winter, when you've finished using the boat for the season, is often the most practical approach: the cover is ready when the boat is laid up, and your boat is protected through the full off-season on the Grand Union Canal.

If you're unsure whether your existing narrowboat cove on the Grand Union Canal is worth repairing or should be replaced, send photos to ryan@ukboatcovers.com for a free assessment. We'll always recommend the most cost-effective option.

Frequently Asked Questions