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A guide to living on board a narrowboat in the UK

Informative blog that introduces Canal & Rivers Trusts Boater's Handbook and where to access and download it.

Zurich customers are now supporting the largest seagrass recovery operation in England to help save vital seabed habitats around our coasts as part of a new initiative with the Marine Conservation Society

Advantages and disadvantages of using lithium-ion batteries on marine vessels

Our landscapes are crisscrossed with almost 2,000 miles of canals, all asking to be explored, so the question that faces canal boat owners is which one will you pick?

Boat fires can have the ability to spiral out of control very quickly and could easily result in the destruction of the vessel

Even fires that could be considered small, can cause considerable smoke and heat damage to your boat

This blog aims to inform you of the causes for common boat fires and advice on how to prevent them. 

As a narrowboater, there may come a time where your narrowboat takes on water, and in the event of this you may need to adjust the stern gland.

Narrowboat owners mostly use wet cell batteries on their boats, however as technology is improving they are now considering the others advantages of gel and AGM batteries.

Explaining the potential dangers of portable generators for Narrowboat owners.

Many narrowboat and other rivercraft owners use solid fuel stoves to heat up their boat during the winter.

Sharing our top tips on how to safely navigate through the inland waterways locks

We offer boat breakdown cover to give boat owners real peace of mind when cruising on the inland waterways.

Sharing our advice on how to prepare your narrowboat to pass the Boat Safety Scheme.

Top 5 Marinas we think are worth a visit when planning your next trip on your narrowboat.

Pubs and restaurants are starting to re-open on the canals with certain guidelines in place.

Why it’s important to keep your weed hatch clear of debris on your narrowboat.

Find out top tips on how to lower your narrowboat running costs.

If you’re a first-time narrowboat buyer then you should check out our useful thoughts and contacts to guide you through the buying process.

Before your next trip, be sure to check there are no signs of water inside your boat and that your oil levels are correct.

Check out our tips on necessary checks before cruising

In our guide, we cover all the elements of our comprehensive narrowboat insurance, so you can be sure it is the right cover for you and your boat.

Prepare your narrowboat for being out on the water after lockdown

Marinas begin to re-open to boat owners who haven't been able to visit their vessels due to lockdown.

Find out how to keep your canal boat safe from theft

Life on the water can be made easy with our small boat insurance.

Are you a new narrowboat owner with unanswered questions on the inland waterways?

If you're a narrowboat owner, check our list of services available to you on the inland waterways.

Top tips on how to handle a Narrowboat with access to courses to improve your knowledge

Our narrowboat insurance includes protection in the event of an accident.

See our top tips on how to carry out general boat maintenance

We are here to support you, enquire about our breakdown assistance.

The implications that COVID-19 may have on you as a boater including how your insurance may be affected.

There are a few considerations that you should bear in mind before starting to sell on the canal network.

Owning a wide beam can be tough when planning a trip as many inland waterways are not suitable for the size of these vessels.

Many boaters forget the importance of carrying out the relevant checks to prepare their boat before travelling on the inland waterways.

a number of insurance companies have removed 'Salvage or Wreck Removal' cost from their third party policies

With the winter season just around the corner, you should start preparing your narrowboat for cold and sub-zero temperatures

For over 30 years, we have been looking after the insurance requirements of canal and rivercraft owners.