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If you own a yacht, you’re protecting more than just a boat – you’re protecting a serious investment and your lifestyle. This complete guide to yacht insurance in the UK explains what it covers, what to watch out for and how to compare policies easily at Compare Boat Insurance co uk

A practical guide to UK canal boat insurance: third-party vs comprehensive cover, key exclusions, surveys, add-ons, and how to reduce your premium.

Learn what affects yacht insurance cost in the UK, including yacht value, cruising range and skipper experience. Understand the key factors and compare quotes at Compare Boat Insurance

There’s no fixed price. UK boat insurance premiums are calculated using a mix of risk factors – some you can’t change, and some you can. Understanding them helps you save money and find the right cover when you compare quotes at Compare Boat Insurance Below we break down the main things insurers look at when setting your premium.

Find out all you need to know about boat insurance with our handy guide.

It's not really surprising that more secure storage means you'll pay less for your insurance. The trick is to play the options against each other, as you will find that one insurer offers a higher discount in a certain situation than another.

Once your boat is insured you can relax, right? Well, yes, you're covered, but there are things you can do that will make processing a claim much easier, in the unfortunate and hopefully unlikely event that you suffer from fire, theft, accident or damage.

You can take advantage of our knowledge of the boat market - after all we created the only live, instant boat insurance comparison service in the UK. We've also been in the market for over twenty years, so you benefit from our in-depth knowledge.

Towards the end of the hot summer of 2013 a fire on a tourist boat on the Thames brought home the importance of fire precautions on board.

We're all familiar with the terms 'new-for old' and 'market value' when it comes to our normal insurance products, like home and contents. Do they still apply in the world of boat insurance and if so, which one will work best for you?

The Cruising Association has highlighted new rules coming into force in May for yachts and boats being used in Greek waters. They will simplify regulations and paperwork but may imply an insurance fee hike.

Although insurance companies don't insist that you take photos of your boat or yacht, it's a very good idea to do it. It helps to have an indisputable record of the condition of the boat and the extras you've added to it throughout your ownership.

Why does third party boat insurance not include fire and theft? Compare Boat Insurance explains the anomaly and looks at the available types of cover.

In this article we'll look at securing boats that are usually stored on trailers - either at home or in a storage facility.

Boat insurance can compensate you for loss or damage but it's far better for everybody, especially you, if it's kept somewhere where it's less likely to be damaged or stolen. The various options depend on the type of boat and your situation so there's quite a lot to consider.