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Rated 4.9 out of 5 by our customers

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July 29, 2025 4 min read
Every sailor knows the sinking feeling when the tide's rising - and your essential gear still hasn't arrived.
Whether you're replacing a halyard or ordering a new mast, timing is key. Here's the lowdown on Sailing Chandlery's delivery secrets - and how you can sail smooth by getting your gear as fast as possible.
One of the simplest yet most overlooked secrets? Order early. At Sailing Chandlery, any order placed before midday on Monday to Friday is dispatched the same working day - unless it has a special lead time clearly stated on its product page. That means you might receive your gear the very next day. It's a small window with a huge payoff.
If your schedule allows, placing orders first thing in the morning ensures yours is among the day's first to be packed and out the door.
Not all shipping is created equal. Sailing Chandlery gives you flexible choices depending on how quickly you need your gear:
If you need something fast - for example, you're racing this weekend, opting for DHL is your best bet.
Save on postage by bundling up. Orders over £95 qualify for free UK Standard delivery - a great way to stock up and save.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS APPLIES TO MOST ITEMS, BUT LARGE ONES LIKE MASTS OR TROLLEYS ARE NOT INCLUDED AS THEY REQUIRE SPECIAL DELIVERY BY ONE OF THE SAILING CHANDLERY TEAM.
If your order includes boats, mast sections, trailers, rig packages, trolleys, or similar oversized items, these require special delivery arrangements that don't qualify for standard couriers or free delivery.
Instead, you'll need a custom shipping quote based on your postcode, and delivery is done with Sailing Chandlery's own van - for deliveries within the UK only.
PRO TIP: When you need something substantial delivered, contact the team directly before you order to get an accurate quote and avoid any delays.
Ordering from outside the UK? Sailing Chandlery has you covered:
Remember: Import duties or customs taxes may apply upon arrival in your country - and these are your responsibility.
The team does not ship on weekends or Bank Holidays, so placing your order late Friday or over the weekend means it won't leave until the next working day.
Check upcoming public holidays and plan your orders accordingly - especially if you're preparing for a race or a trip.
When you order from Sailing Chandlery, you're not just getting top-quality sailing products at competitive prices - you're also benefiting from a delivery service that is transparent, flexible, and designed to meet the needs of sailors.
If you're placing an order for small ropes and accessories, or arranging delivery for a new mast, we are here to ensure you receive your items safely and efficiently.
We're continually working to improve our delivery processes, keeping costs down while maintaining reliable service. Our friendly team is always on hand to assist with delivery questions, custom quotes, and any concerns you might have.
Need multiple parts or a tailored rig package? Shoot Sailing Chandlery an email or a call well ahead of time. A friendly heads-up means their team can structure your order and gear up for optimal dispatch.
If you're able to pick up from our Showroom based in Canvey Island, on the Charfleets Industrial Estate, you can click and collect for free.
You can browse, order and pick up the same day. It skips the shipping process entirely and gets what you need in your hands quicker.
Place your order before midday on a working day
Choose the right shipping speed for your needs
Combine items to hit £95+ for free UK Shipping
Identify and plan ahead for large-item delivery
International? Factor in the weight-based costs and customs fees
Avoid weekend or holiday cut-offs
Read product pages for lead time information
Communicate with us early if you need any custom orders
Consider local showroom pickup if you're local, or are able to visit in person
Still on the fence? Check out our Customer Reviews to see for yourself why we're 4.9/5 rated on Trustpilot
Getting Sailing Gear fast isn't rocket science - it's about timing, communicating, and knowing what your options are.
With Sailing Chandlery, orders placed before midday ship the same day, multiple shopping tiers match your urgency, and thoughtful planning keeps your sails rigged and ready.
Next time you need gear in a hurry, whether it's ropes before a regatta or a replacement mast for your next voyage - follow these steps.
You'll save time, avoid any delays, and spend more time on the water where it counts, instead of getting flustered about your gear not being with you in time.
All shipping prices and information is correct at the time of publish and is subject to change.
I rang to request some advice on replacement parts for my dinghy and was very impressed with the excellent advice and efficient delivery of the required parts. Many thanks
Great product, safely packaged, delivered on time, at a competitive price. One more thing - the person on the end of the phone is an actual person, informative, helpful, knowledgeable and pleasant. What more could you ask for.
The sales team were quick responding to our questions, dispatched to us promptly, and the product is a perfect replacement for our old tiller which ended up at the bottom of a lake!
It was time for me to upgrade to a newer Ilca and it was recommended that I get a Devoti. The price was competitive and the service from Andrew and his team was fantastic. I received lots of communication and the boat was delivered to me within 2 weeks. It is really great that Sailing Chandlery take the time to set up the rigging so that you can get straight on the water. I am very pleased with my new boat and am loving sailing it. Thank you Sailing Chandlery!
Ordered a dyneema RSAero halyard on the Thursday. It arrived by mid day on the Friday and was used on the Saturday. Excellent product and service. Thank you
Cover arrived after three days and is well made and completely covers the boat boom up . The straps and clips all work fine. Good product.
My local chandlery were unable to supply a white inspection hatch and so it was amatter of looking online. Sailing Chandlery had the cover I needed in stock at a good price and delivery. I had never used them before but the service I received was excellent with the delivery on time and the hatch is now fitted.
I will definitely return, especially with the discounts on offer. Thank you Sailing Chandlery!
Always happy with my orders from Sailing Chandlery. They are quick to post and very helpful when I have had a question.
Jason delivered the boat on time at Hayling Island Sailing Club. The boat was new and all the spars were in perfect condition. Jason came to pick up the boat and return the deposit which I gave at the time of the delivery. Every interaction with Andrew and Jason were handled very professionally. I will recommend to any sailor Sailing Chandlery in the future. I really appreciated how easy it was to charter this boat. Thank you very much. Jacques Kerrest
Prompt delivery, with helpful updates and time slot spot on. Perfect new sail at a great price and the number fixing service is well worth it. It even won its first race! Thank you.
I needed GBR letters for the ILCA Europeans and they arrived by the next post.
I made a mistake on my order and it was put right at zero cost to me ! Amazing !
I’ll certainly be back
Product exactly what I wanted
Excellent service and prompt delivery.
Had the boom and mast in stock. Order processed quickly, great service and local so could pick them up. Friendly and helpful staff as always. Thank you
Delivered on time after chatting by phone to a very helpful person at Sailing chandlery. Absolutely no complaint with this Company and will continue to use them for my sailing needs.
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