Call us for a boat or marine trade insurance quote on 03333 609 886
Insurance specialists providing a personalised approach to boat insurance in the UK
At Stoneways Marine, we pride ourselves on our personal approach to UK boat insurance and offer much more than just a policy number and a PDF certificate. This is why so many of our clients choose us time and time again.
While every boating experience is unique, we know that most boat policies read the same until mooring gives way or an engine won’t restart off Old Harry Rocks. That’s when it really starts to matter who answers the phone.
We have arranged boat insurance from Poole since the early 1980s and still race and cruise on the South Coast to this day. Tell us about your boat, and we’ll explain what your boat insurance cover includes, and what it leaves out, before you commit.
Choose the Cover That Fits Your Boat
A sailing yacht on a swinging mooring and a narrowboat on the Grand Union Canal need different things from a boat insurance policy. Fortunately, we offer UK boat insurance for a wide variety of boat types.
Sailing Yacht Insurance
Cover for sailing yachts kept on the coast or inland. Read more about our sailing yacht insurance.
Motorboat Insurance
Cover for motor cruisers and sports cruisers, with dedicated cover for Beneteau motorboat insurance, Trader motorboat insurance and Windy motorboat insurance. Find out more about motorboat insurance.
RIB and Sportsboat Insurance
Tell us whether your RIB lives on a trailer on the driveway or on a mooring all season, and we’ll provide a quote on how you really use it. Find out more about RIB and sportsboat insurance.
Powerboat Insurance
We also cover powerboats and other high-performance craft. Speed changes the types of questions an insurer asks, though. Read more about powerboat insurance and how we approach faster boats.
Narrowboat and Barge Insurance
Cover for narrowboats and barges on the UK’s canals and rivers, including the third-party liability cover that many waterways and marinas ask to see. Find out more about narrowboat and barge insurance.
Boat Brands We Regularly Insure
Our clients’ boats include Beneteau First 40.7s and Oyster yachts, along with the brands shown below. These are only a few of the makes we regularly insure, so if yours isn’t shown, it’s still worth a call.
request a quoteWhat our boat insurance covers
Depending on the level of cover you choose, a Stoneways Marine boat insurance policy can pay out if your boat is accidentally damaged, stolen or vandalised. It can also pay out if the boat is lost to fire, storm or sinking, and contribute to salvage, recovery and sometimes medical or rescue costs.
Third-party liability covers you if you injure someone, or damage another boat or someone’s property, while you’re using yours. It’s also the cover that many marinas, harbours and inland waterways want to see before they’ll give you a berth.
Every policy has its own limits and exclusions, so read your documents when they arrive. If anything is unclear, call us on 03333 609 886, and we’ll go through it with you. And if something does go wrong on the water, our claims guidance sets out what to do first.
Insurance for Older and Classic Boats
An older boat needs someone who’ll look at its condition and history, not just the year it was built. If you own a classic or vintage boat, call our team and tell us about it. We’ll discuss your situation and see if we can arrange cover.
Who You’ll Speak To
When you call Stoneways Marine, you’ll speak to someone on our team in Poole, and the people who arrange your cover are experienced sailors themselves.
We sponsor the VPRS rating class, which we’ve helped grow, and Poole Regatta, and members of the team race along the South Coast during the season. You can meet the Stoneways team or read how Stoneways Marine started.
Helping to protect you against the risks of boat ownership, the Stoneways Marine insurance team have been involved in boat insurance since the early 1980s. As experienced sailors ourselves, we know the best insurance solutions for sailors with the highest level of service, care and expertise.
When not assisting our clients, you’ll find us out on the water, either racing or exploring – doing what we love most! As well as taking part in yacht races across the UK South Coast, we are proud to sponsor the VPRS Rating class and Poole Regatta.
Meet our Team Read Our StoryComparing or Switching Your Boat Insurance
It makes sense to compare boat insurance before your renewal, and our quotes come with no obligation and no pressure to buy. To quote accurately, we’ll need your boat’s size, value and type, where you keep it and how you use it.
Start online with the quote form for your type of boat, or get in touch for a boat insurance quote if you’d rather talk to us.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does Boat Insurance Cost in the UK?
Boat insurance in the UK starts from around £100. The price depends on the size, value and type of boat, where you keep it and how you use it. Third-party-only cover costs less than comprehensive cover, but it won’t pay for damage to your own boat.
Do I Legally Need Boat Insurance in the UK?
No, boat insurance isn’t a legal requirement in the UK. However, many inland waterways, marinas and harbours ask for proof of cover, usually third-party liability, before they’ll allow access.
Can You Insure a Classic or Vintage Boat?
Yes, we may be able to provide financial protection to your prized vintage vessel. Whatever type of boat insurance cover you need, our team is more than happy to discuss your circumstances and provide assistance.
We’ll let you know exactly which level of boat insurance you’ll need, even if it’s just third-party boat insurance. At Stoneways Marine, we are proud of our customer service and want to extend a personal touch to every single person we speak to.
If you’re interested in obtaining insurance for your vintage vessel, call 03333 609 886 for a quote today.
What Does Third-Party Boat Insurance Cover?
Third-party boat insurance pays claims made against you if you injure someone or damage their property while using your boat. It doesn’t pay for damage to your own boat or for its theft, which is what comprehensive cover adds.
what our customers say
Kuba Szymanski – Beneteau First 40.7 Owner
“What a superb service
– thank you for helping to arrange my boat insurance!”
Phil, Oyster Yacht Owner
“Many thanks for all your help with my yacht insurance, excellent service“
Simon, Boat Owner
“It was so nice to find someone to actually speak to in the impersonal world of online boat insurance quotations!”
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47A Commercial Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0HU