Gill UK

Gill UK Protecting adventurers from the elements since 1975 - 50 years of pioneering technology. Gill was an idea born on the water.

In 1975 our founder, Nick Gill, was a keen sailor who utilised his father’s factory in Nottingham to begin production of truly capable sailing apparel. Kit that could be both protective and comfortable. Still based in the UK, where we develop and test all our garments, we’ve grown to become one of the leading marine apparel brands in the world. We’ve equipped round-the-world teams when they’ve won

prestigious ocean races, as well as Olympians to get them on the podium. Inspired by our nautical heritage we’ve also developed lifestyle clothing that can be worn anywhere, but which is still engineered with a marine pedigree. Today our garments utilise a range of cutting-edge technologies, from XPLORE and XPLORE+ to XPEL our gear is designed to perform on and around the water.

03/08/2026

Another day out on the Solent meeting the Gill Fleet 🌊

Thank you to everyone flying the flag today – you were out in force 🙌 (Sorry if we missed you - comment below or send us your boat name if we haven’t found you yet!)

Want in? Grab your flag from Pascall Atkey before they’re gone.

Tomorrow’s Ladie’s Day – catch us dockside in the AM handing out more swag 👀

02/08/2026

No flag, no swag.

Another fantastic afternoon out on the water at Cowes Week dishing out the swag to those the Gill Fleet flying the Gill flag 🙌

Want to get involved? Pick up a flag from Pascall Atkey and fly it during racing and we might pay you a visit 👀

02/08/2026

Flying the flag at Cowes Week ⛵️
 
In Cowes? Grab a Gill flag from Pascall Atkey on the high street, and fly it during racing to join the Gill fleet. We’re out on the water all week - get spotted and you could win some swag 🙌
 
Drop your boat name below so we can spot you easier 👇 See you out there!

Cowes Week, day one ✅What a start! It was brilliant to see so many of you flying the Gill flag out on the water today, a...
01/08/2026

Cowes Week, day one ✅

What a start! It was brilliant to see so many of you flying the Gill flag out on the water today, and even better cruising the fleet handing out some swag to you all 🙌

No flag? No swag. But don't worry – head to Pascall Atkey (on the high street, opposite the Red Jet Terminal) to grab yours before we're back on the water tomorrow.

See you out there for day 2 👋

Going to Cowes Week? ⛵Join the Gill Fleet and win prizes, catch daily giveaways from the Gill RIB, and drop into our exc...
31/07/2026

Going to Cowes Week? ⛵

Join the Gill Fleet and win prizes, catch daily giveaways from the Gill RIB, and drop into our exclusive in-store event with Goslings Rum Dark 'n Stormys 👀 (Thurs 6th, 5-7pm).

We're on and around the water all week – swipe to see where to find us 👉

31/07/2026
Race ready.In a few days, Cowes Week gets underway for its landmark 200th edition and Rotterdam Offshore Sailing Team & ...
29/07/2026

Race ready.

In a few days, Cowes Week gets underway for its landmark 200th edition and Rotterdam Offshore Sailing Team & Ker 46 Van Uden will be on the start line for seven days of racing on the Solent 🌊

When every second counts, they need kit they can trust. From the first warning signal to the finish, our race collection is built to hold up through whatever the conditions throw at it – so the only thing on their mind is the next call.

Explore the Race Collection: https://brnw.ch/21x4wGl?

Heading to Cowes Week? Join the Gill Fleet ⛵Grab your official Gill Fleet flag from Pascall Atkey on the High Street bef...
28/07/2026

Heading to Cowes Week? Join the Gill Fleet ⛵

Grab your official Gill Fleet flag from Pascall Atkey on the High Street before you head out and fly it throughout the week.

Our crew will be out on the water every day looking for Gill Fleet boats after racing. Get spotted and you could win prizes, feature on our socials, or take home a special goody bag as the day's fleet winner.

Don't forget to tag us on social so we know where to look. 👀 Flags are limited, so don't miss out. See you out there 👋

A local's guide to summer cruising in South Hams ⚓🗺️Whether it's dropping the hook off Cawsand for a paddleboard and a p...
26/07/2026

A local's guide to summer cruising in South Hams ⚓🗺️

Whether it's dropping the hook off Cawsand for a paddleboard and a pub lunch, tucking into a quiet anchorage on the River Yealm, or timing the tide for Hope Cove, South Hams is full of places to explore – all within a few hours' sail from Plymouth.

If you're heading to South Devon this summer – our CEO, John, shares his favourite spots to visit on the blog.

Read the full list: https://brnw.ch/21x4rcW

Engineered for summer adventures ☀️Whether they're racing dinghies, lending a hand on deck or playing by the water, summ...
23/07/2026

Engineered for summer adventures ☀️

Whether they're racing dinghies, lending a hand on deck or playing by the water, summer is made for endless days afloat – and their kit needs to keep up.

Discover our junior collection: https://brnw.ch/21x4npa

(Don't forget to share you Summer adventures with us using the to win a £100 Gill voucher 🌊).

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