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Tips for keeping your sails in good shape & increasing their longevity by minimising the damage from sunlight, handling, flogging, salt water, chafe & dirt

April 11, 2023

Towergate’s Marina of the Year Awards.

September 22, 2022

Investing in a narrowboat gives you the opportunity to create your perfect home from home on the water and enjoy it for years to come.

June 10, 2022

Find out about our cover for jet skis in this useful video guide from Towergate Insurance.

February 11, 2022

Towergate will again be exhibiting at the Britain's biggest boating festival this year. Join us at stand E038.

August 23, 2021

There are many perks to owning a narrowboat but downsizing from a house to a boat can be difficult. We’ve got some ideas for utilising space in your boat.

January 28, 2020

We’ve put together a list of the UK's best canal-side pubs.

November 04, 2019

So you’ve finally taken the plunge and bought your very own narrowboat, now you’re faced with the exciting yet daunting prospect of turning it into a home.

September 18, 2019

With their stunning scenery and sailing routes, we’ve narrowed down five of the top marinas that you should visit in the UK.

July 18, 2019

Towergate's guide to sea boat fishing in the UK looks at the different fish species that can be caught across the British Isles and what times of year they can be found.

October 30, 2018

Our motor cruiser owner’s guide provides guidance on training, preparing your motor cruiser, driving techniques and coping with heavy weather.

October 30, 2018

A commonly asked question by first-time buyers of boats is what, if any qualifications you need to buy a vessel. Read our explanation to find out.

August 07, 2018