Narrowboat Pram Covers
Custom narrowboat pram hood covers. Post your old pram cover - we make an exact copy. No VAT. 6-day turnaround.
Why Choose UK Boat Covers?
- No VAT - save 20% compared to VAT-registered competitors
- 6-day turnaround from booking
- Marine-grade PVC and Acrylic fabrics
- Postal copy service - post your old cover, we copy it exactly
- UK-wide service - we deliver anywhere in the United Kingdom
- Family-run business with personal service
- 4.9/5 customer rating from 127+ reviews
Our Services
- Full boat canopy - from £495
- Tonneau cover - from £289
- Cockpit cover - from £263
- Cratch cover - from £329
- Repairs - from £90
Popular Boat Models
We make bespoke covers for 170+ boat models including:
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Contact Ryan at UK Boat Covers for a free, no-obligation quote. We serve boat owners across the entire United Kingdom via our postal copy service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you make covers for narrowboats and canal boats?
Yes, we specialize in custom covers for narrowboats including full-length tonneau covers, cabin covers, cratch covers, and bimini tops. We serve all UK inland waterways including the Grand Union, Oxford, and Leeds-Liverpool canals.
How much does a narrowboat cover cost?
Narrowboat cover pricing depends on length, coverage type, and fabric choice. Cratch covers and small sections start from around £250, with full-length tonneau covers priced individually. Send your old cover for an exact quote. No VAT charged.
What's the best material for a canal boat cover?
For narrowboats, we recommend either marine-grade acrylic (breathable, UV-resistant) or heavy-duty PVC (fully waterproof). Acrylic suits summer use, while PVC is better for winter storage. Both withstand UK canal conditions.
Can you copy my existing narrowboat cover?
Yes, we copy existing narrowboat covers exactly. Post your old cover to us and we'll create an identical replacement with improved materials and fasteners where needed. 6-day turnaround, UK-wide postal service.
Narrowboat Pram Covers and Pram Hoods
A pram cover sits at the forward end of the narrowboat, covering the well area in front of the saloon. On older-style traditional narrowboats, the "pram" is a defined area at the bow, distinct from the cratch above it. On some boats, the pram cover and cratch cover are a single combined unit; on others, they are separate.
When You Need a Pram Cover
A pram cover protects the bow well from rain entering directly — a problem on any narrowboat moored with the bow pointing into the prevailing wind. It also provides a degree of shelter for crew standing or sitting at the bow during travel. If your narrowboat has a separate bow well with its own coaming, a pram cover is the correct fit; if the bow well runs directly into the cratch, a combined cratch/pram cover may be more practical.
Design and Materials
Most pram covers are a single shaped panel attached to the forward coaming with press studs. Clear vinyl windows allow visibility forward. Marine PVC is the usual material for maximum waterproofing; acrylic canvas for boats in more sheltered locations. From £389. No VAT.
Post your existing pram cover for an exact copy, or contact us with photographs of the bow well and coaming profile. We'll quote for a new pram cover made to fit. We also make cratch covers and pram hoods — ask us if you're unsure which type is right for your boat.
