Pram Hood Covers
Custom narrowboat pram hood covers. Post your old pram hood for an exact copy in new fabric. 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.
Pram Covers for Narrowboats and Canal Boats
A pram cover fits across the pram well — the forward open area of a narrowboat's bow, typically the space between the cabin front and the cratch board. It is a simpler structure than a full cratch cover: a flat or slightly curved panel that closes off the opening, preventing rain from entering the well and the cabin forward area below.
Fitting and Attachment
Pram covers attach to the cabin front bulkhead via press studs at the top and sides, and to the forward coaming at the base. The fit needs to be close: any gap between the cover edge and the coaming allows rain to run into the well rather than sheeting off the cover. We make the hem profile precisely to your coaming shape when copying from an existing cover.
Clear Windows
Most pram covers include a clear vinyl window in the forward face, allowing visibility ahead from inside the cabin. The window is bonded or stitched into the panel and should be replaced when it begins to craze or yellow — a straightforward repair. Window replacement service from £190.
Pram covers from £389. No VAT. Post your existing cover for an exact copy or contact us for a quote. We also make cratch covers, pram hoods, and full narrowboat cover sets.
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.
