Narrowboat Tonneau Covers
Bespoke narrowboat tonneau covers for cockpit protection. PVC and Acrylic options. Post your old cover for 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:
Get a Free Quote
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 Tonneau Cover Guide
A narrowboat tonneau cover is the most comprehensive protection a canal boat can have. It fits over the entire roof and deck of the narrowboat — from the bow cratch area to the stern — providing complete weather protection when the boat is laid up for winter or left unattended for extended periods.
What a Narrowboat Tonneau Covers
A full tonneau protects the entire top surface of the boat: mushroom vents, hatches, solar panels (if fitted), deck boxes, and all roof-level equipment. It prevents rain from entering through poorly sealed hatch surrounds, reduces heat loss through the roof during winter, and keeps the boat cleaner — reducing cleaning time at the start of the season significantly.
Multiple Sections vs Single Cover
Because narrowboats are long — typically 45ft to 72ft — a single-piece tonneau cover would be unwieldy to handle. We make narrowboat tonneaus in sections, typically three or four, that attach to each other with zips along their joins. Each section can be put on or removed independently, making it practical to access different parts of the boat while the rest remains covered. Sections are supplied as a set.
Full narrowboat tonneau sets from £649. No VAT. Use the postal copy service to replace an existing tonneau, or contact us for a quote on a new one. We make tonneaus for all narrowboat lengths.
Ready to Order?
UK Boat Covers provides free quotes on all covers. To request yours, contact us with your boat's make, model, and the type of cover you need. If you have an existing cover to copy, use our postal copy service: remove your cover, post it to our Carterton, Oxfordshire workshop, and we'll return a new one in your chosen material within six working days. Your original is returned in the same parcel. No VAT is charged on any order.
We are a family-run business with over ten years of experience making bespoke covers for UK boat owners on rivers, canals, lakes, and coastal waters. All covers carry our guarantee of accurate fit and quality marine-grade workmanship. View our full price guide or browse covers for specific boat types at our boat types page.
