Canoe, eFoil, Rowing Boat, SUP & Windsurfer

What GJW Direct customers think

• 30 Days Free European Use

  We cover your Small Craft in EEA countries and Switzerland for up to 30 days per trip. EEA countries are Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Republic of Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, UK. If you use your Dinghy in either Italy, Spain or Greece you ought to contact us first so we may issue you with the certificate of compulsory insurance for those countries.

• Recreational Racing Cover

  Our policy includes cover for racing at no extra charge.

• No Age Limit On User Of Craft

  Our policy does not impose any age restrictions for any user

• Multiple small crafts can be covered in one policy

  We provide a multi-craft policy so all your crafts are insured in one place.

• Third Party Liability £5,000,000

  We cover you and any other person using your Small Craft with your permission for legal liability to another person arising out of interest in use of your Small Craft up to a maximum of £5,000,000.

• Transit and Trailer Cover

  We cover your Small Craft and trailer, (if requested) for transit by road within the cruising area specified on your Small Craft insurance certificate. We do not cover your liability for the trailer while attached to a towing vehicle or as a result of accident on the highway or public or private place. This ought to be covered by your motor insurance policy.

• Exclusive discounts from a range of recognised marine brands via MyBoat

  Did you know, MyBoat members who insure with GJW Direct have access to exclusive offers and discounts from a range of recognised marine brands. Unlock your discounts today - sign up to MyBoat

• Rapid Claims Settlement

  Once we have received invoices and bank account details it takes 3-5 working days to be processed through the banking system and to arrive in the recipients bank account. 

  Please note that payments being made to outside the UK may take a little longer. 

• 24 hour emergency claims helpline

  Our staffed emergency claims helpline is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year so we’re always there when you need us to offer a swift response and give sound, practical advice.

• Simple Online Claims Procedure

  Our philosophy is simple. We pay claims fast and fairly. You can complete the claim on our website and submit it to us electronically. We will, unless you specifically advise otherwise, correspond by email to ensure your Small Craft claim is dealt with as quickly as possible.

• Excellent Financial Security

  You can trust in our excellent financial security as we are authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority.

• Friendly Personal Service

  Our specialist team who have a wealth of experience in the marine insurance industry. Talk to one our friendly team on 0151 473 8000 or get your quote online today.

• 24 hour access to all of your policies and documentation in your online account

  Our online portal is operational 24/7, so it is always there when you need it. Giving you access to your policy documentation and even make changes to the policy on the fly.

• Kayak Insurance

  We cover kayaks and sea kayaks with cover options up to 30 days on inland and coastal waters in the UK and Europe

• Canoe Insurance

  Benefit from transit and trailer cover when transporting your canoe between launch sites within your agreed cruising area.

• Small Boat Insurance

  Have a small vessel that doesn’t quite fit into our Yacht, RIB, Dinghy or Motor Cruiser policies? Our small craft policy covers a range of motor and paddle powered vessels.

• Rowing Boat Insurance

  Whether you’re rowing on a picturesque lake, down your local river, or on the open seas we’ve got you covered for accidents on all navigable waters in the UK.

• Sup & Paddleboard Insurance

  Our small vessel policy is great for SUP, paddleboard and ISUP enthusiasts whether you’re in the UK or grabbing your board for European waters.

• Windsurfing Insurance

  Our comprehensive windsurf insurance policy covers you and any third-party using your windsurfing set-up with your permission.

• Surfboard Insurance

  Alongside our other small craft insurance, we offer surfboard insurance. As the costs ofsurfboards rise, we recommend surfboard insurance to make sureyou’re coveredwhenhitting the waves. Give yourself peace of mind whensurfboarding and contact us to find outhow we can help.