The Loake family has been producing fine, handmade men's footwear for longer than anyone can remember. The tradition began in 1880, when three brothers - Thomas, John and William - opened a factory in Northamptonshire in the heart of the English shoemaking industry. The aim was to provide the most handsome, comfortable and durable gentlemen's shoes possible. Today, more than 125 years and five generations later, Loake is still family owned and operating in the same town in Northamptonshire. Our shoes have become a favourite with discerning customers worldwide and are exported to over 30 countries. Loake is most famous for its Goodyear Welted footwear, an intricate construction with origins that can be traced back over 300 years. We estimate Loakes have made over 50 million pairs. Our premium Goodyear Welted shoes continue to be made in England and take eight weeks to produce. Some 130 skilled craftspeople, up to 75 shoe parts and approximately 200 different operations are involved. Only the very highest quality materials are used. While we remain passionate about the quality that only time-honoured skills and a family heritage can achieve, in other respects Loake has a very modern approach.

Founded in Bavaria in 1804, Schoffel must surely be one of the oldest names in country clothing. Still run by the Schoffel family, Schoffel have worked hard to earn an excellent reputation for creating the very best in country clothing. Manufactured with an unbeatable combination of outstanding quality that utilises all the benefits of modern outdoor clothing technology, Schoffel pride themselves on their definitive ranges of coats, fleeces and gilets. Schoffel are proud to describe themselves as a specialist brand; this is largely due to their focus on using the very latest fabrics and techniques to manufacture clothing that has been especially designed to be worn in the country. Lightweight, comfortable to wear and technical, Schoffel country wear is the brand of choice for those who love all that the countryside has to offer.