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.

12/06/2026

The lab tests our kit to its limits. Our ambassadors take it further.

From offshore races to open ocean adventures, Team Gill ambassadors put our kit through thousands of miles of real conditions – sustained exposure, relentless spray and the kind of miles that push gear to its absolute limit.

Their feedback feeds directly back into how we design and refine every product in our range. Because the most honest test of any kit is with a sailor who depends on it.

Beyond Tested: https://brnw.ch/21x3iWr

10/06/2026

Welcome to the team, Vigilant Racing 🤝

Racing & training out of Newport, Rhode Island aboard an IC37 – this all-female crew are building toward one goal: the inaugural NYYC Women's International Regatta this September. Every race between now and then is another step closer.

We're excited to follow their journey.

09/06/2026

On the home straight 💪

After completing almost 2000 nautical miles around the UK, the are on the final leg of their expedition and will arrive back in Falmouth on 11 June.

Marking the end of an incredible journey around the UK with veterans and serving personnel on board – carrying the Invictus flag ahead of the Invictus Games .

Best of luck for the final stretch 👊

08/06/2026

The ocean is the reason we do what we do.

This World Ocean Day, we're highlighting some of the steps we're taking to reduce our impact – from removing PFAS, to introducing Bio Foam natural rubber alternatives, to designing products that are built to last and repair. 🌊

There's always more to do, but we're committed to making better choices for the long term.

05/06/2026

Built on racing heritage. Evolved for a new era.

Introducing Team Gill – the next evolution of the iconic Gill Race Team.

Featuring race teams, sailors, and adventurers from across the world, united by one thing: pushing the limits on the water.

Some familiar faces, some new ones – and a few more still to be announced.

Meet the team: https://gb.gillmarine.com/pages/our-ambassadors

04/06/2026

We’re proud to continue our support of Matt & Amy from Sailing Yacht Florence through their adventures across the world 🌍

Since setting off in 2016 aboard their 37ft monohull Florence, the pair have completed a full global circumnavigation, sailed the British Isles, crossed the Atlantic four times, and ventured as far north as Svalbard in the Arctic. Over 60,000 ocean miles and counting.

Whatever comes next, we’ll be alongside them and we can’t wait for their next adventure 👀

03/06/2026

Beyond Tested – Real world validation.

When it comes to product testing, our lab takes us a long way – the water takes us the rest. Each product in the range is worn, tested and pushed by our global roster of ambassadors, operating in real conditions.

Their insight feeds directly back into how we design and refine our gear, closing the loop between engineering and experience. Because the most honest test of any kit is with a sailor who depends on it.

Beyond Tested: https://gb.gillmarine.com/pages/beyond-tested?

01/06/2026

Turn to Starboard's – Full Circle Expedition – Leg Three & Four 📸

From Leith to Oban – via Aberdeen, Wick and some of Scotland's most remote coastline, down to Bangor – the Full Circle Expedition crews have taken on their most demanding legs yet.

Challenging weather, lively seas and 70+ sailors pushing past their limits. Leg Three earned its name: the Adventure Leg.

Leg Four is nearly complete as the fleet heads south. Falmouth on the 11th June is getting closer with every mile.

2 tall ships. 2,000 nautical miles. 22 ports. One Invictus flag.

We're proud to be keeping every sailor warm, dry and protected for the miles that remain 🙏

30/05/2026

Forget you're wearing it, until it matters.

Lightweight & dependable – the Voyager Jacket is built for changing conditions and everyday adventures. Engineered for protection on the water and refined for life off it, it carries you from deck to dock and back – without compromise.

Now available in seven colourways: https://brnw.ch/21x2Xex.

28/05/2026

“Waterproof” gets used loosely. We measure it precisely.

Using Hydrostatic Head testing, we apply increasing water pressure to a fabric to determine exactly when it allows water through. The industry standards allow up to three droplets before failure. We fail it at the first.

Our baseline starts at 10,000mm. Our OS1 Ocean fabric exceeds 30,000mm.

Because when it comes to being waterproof, one drop is too many.

Beyond Tested: https://brnw.ch/21x2Uk2

Address

Nottingham

Telephone

+441159460844

Website

https://gb.gillmarine.com/

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