S Robb and Son

We are specialist suppliers and repairers of protective textile covers in traditional canvas, PVC, acrylics and lightweight nylons.

From our St. Ives, Cambridge location we have traded for almost 200 years and continually meet the demanding requirements of diverse industries as well as the public.


We are suppliers of ropes, cords and twines, webbing straps, nets, fasteners and elastic cord. Click on our company logo above to see more of what we do!


Trailer manufacturers and suppliers:- trailer covers and tilts, skirts and pelmets, load restraint, wheel covers, shock cord

Boating:- Protective covers for dinghys, inflatables, speed boats, ski boats, cruisers, yachts and narrow boats, Tonneau covers, winter covers, canopies, boom tents, dinghy covers, seating

Camping and Caravanning:- Tent and awning repairs and alterations, reproofing, seating, caravan storage covers.

Narrow Boats:- Cratch and stern covers.

Garden and Leisure:- Pergola covers, decorative ropes, sun and rain covers and canopies, furniture and barbeque covers, patio covers.

Haulage:- Tarpaulins, load restraint, ropes protective covers, shock cord.

Industry/Factory:- Protective covers, curtains, dust covers, machinery covers, tarpaulins, low cost sheets.

Events Industry:- Stage covers, chain bags, protective covers.

Food Processors:- Waterproof protective covers for machines and switch boxes.

Scientific Instrument and Audio Equipment Suppliers:- Protective padded bags and covers.

Coachbuilders:- Webbing straps, protective covers, seating, luggage nets.

Packaging Industry:- Webbing straps, harnesses, handles, rope handles, padded bags.

Public Sector, Local Government and Social Services:- Market stall covers, lorry sheets, Sportsground covers, landing areas, sand pit covers, cricket wicket covers, boundary ropes, equipment covers and shelters, secure unit mattresses and foam furniture, soft play, gym equipment seat repairs.