Made to Measure Tonneau Covers in Chippenham

Tonneau Covers Prices for Chippenham Boat Owners

Custom tonneau covers for inland waterway boats start from £329 — no VAT charged. A straightforward day-boat tonneau sits at the lower end of the range; a complex aft-cockpit cover with multiple tie-down points, zips, or integral fender pockets costs a little more. All prices include UK-wide tracked delivery and stainless steel or bungee fixings. We can also repair existing tonneau covers from £89.

For Chippenham boat owners mooring on the Kennet & Avon Canal, our no-VAT pricing represents a saving of at least £66 on a starting-price tonneau 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 Kennet & Avon Canal boat — most quotes are turned around within one working day.

How to Order Tonneau Covers from Chippenham

Our postal copy service means Chippenham 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 tonneau cover to our Carterton, Oxfordshire workshop — even if it is worn, torn, or faded. We use it as a precise pattern.
2. Step 2 — We make your cover: We cut and sew an exact copy in fresh marine PVC or acrylic, replacing any broken zips or damaged fixings. You can request colour or fabric changes at this stage.
3. Step 3 — Receive your cover: Your finished tonneau cover is dispatched by tracked courier within 6 working days and will arrive ready to fit — no adjustments needed.

Learn more about the postal copy service

Marine Fabrics & Materials

We make tonneau covers in heavy-duty marine PVC (best for permanent mooring and winter storage) or marine acrylic (preferred for breathability on live-aboard boats). Both fabrics are UV-resistant and waterproof, with double-sewn seams and anti-wick thread throughout. Fixings are heavy-duty press studs or bungee cord loops chosen to match your boat's existing deck hardware, so no drilling is required.

For Chippenham boats mooring year-round on the Kennet & Avon 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 Kennet & Avon Canal near Chippenham.

When to Order Tonneau Covers in Chippenham

Spring is the busiest period for tonneau covers orders from across South West, including Chippenham, 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 Kennet & Avon Canal.

Chippenham boaters who cruise between the Kennet & Avon Canal and River Avon often place orders at the end of the season when they've assessed which covers have worn during the year's cruising. We're happy to assess your existing covers by photograph — send photos to ryan@ukboatcovers.com and we can advise on whether repair or replacement is the better value option before you commit to posting anything.

Frequently Asked Questions