The 8 Best Waterproof Boots For Town & Country

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Boots that are as stylish as they are soggy-sock-proof...

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Walking in the UK always comes with the risk of showers (/heavy downpours). Wet feet are simply not acceptable. Upgrade those worn leather boots that stain, or worse, leak in the mud and snow, and find the best waterproof boots that lose nothing in the style or comfort stakes this season. Shop our edit of the best waterproof boots and walking boots for country and town living.

As always, keep the planet in mind when shopping. Re-using and re-wearing is the best way to be sustainable, but if you can’t avoid it then shop consciously at responsible retailers, as well as rental and resale sites.

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The AW25 Waterproof Boots Edit

Columbia

Women’s Redmond III Mid Waterproof Walking Boot, £90

If you mean business with your country walking, only a hardy pair of serious walking boots will do. These ones are comfortable, sturdy and completely waterproof.

Columbia Women’s Redmond III Mid Waterproof Walking Boot

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Meindl

Ladies Bhutan MFS Leather Hiking Boots, £280

Meindl’s newest boot is a refined version of its ever-popular Burma boot, which uses GORE-TEX to keep your feet nice and dry wherever you are. An added bonus is the memory foam lining, meant to cushion each step you take and reduce the fatigue felt when walking over rocky ground.

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Crockett & Jones

Poppy Chelsea boots, £525

Heritage British shoemaker Crockett & Jones is renowned for its traditionally made leather boots. These burgundy Chelsea boots feel modern yet timeless, with the thick Vibram rubber sole also making them puddle-proof.

Crockett & Jones Poppy burgundy Chelsea boots

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Joseph Cheaney & Sons

Ellis GV Shearling Lined Chelsea Boots in Jet Black Kudu Leather, £460

A reliable boot for wet and chilly weather, Joseph Cheaney & Sons’s Ellis design is crafted from soft kudu leather from C.F. Stead and features a natural shearling lining. Expect nice and toasty feet whatever the weather.

Joseph Cheaney & Sons Ellis GV Shearling Lined Chelsea Boots in Jet Black Kudu Leather

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Merry People

Bobbi Wellington Boot, £89.95

Merry People’s vegan Bobbi wellie comes in 14 colourways (we’re a fan of pink), and are available in a range of sizes for men and women. Bright colours make these boots a great contender for town and country, and are completely waterproof – perfect for rainy days in London…

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Fairfax & Favor

The Explorer in Oak Leather, £450

For an all-rounder shoe that can take you from town to country, look no further than Fairfax & Favor’s Explorer range. This all-weather boot is durable, easy to clean and has a memory foam insole for extra comfort on your adventures. (It’s also a big win for country chic fans.)

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Danner

Danner Moto Wedge GTX, £470

The Danner Moto takes brings together Danner’s heritage – in particular its pioneering motorcycle boot – and modern technology to create a durable pair of leather boots that waterproof, slip-resistant and (most importantly) stylish enough for jaunts out in the fields and days out in town.

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Sorel

Women’s Ona Ave Boot Lace Waterproof Lace-Up Boots, £160

Waterproof boots don’t have to be boring. These rubber-soled lace-up leather-upper honey-white boots are perfect for urban rain, with a side zip for getting them on and off easily.