"Fantastic quality shoes"
Probably one of the best made shoes I've ever purchased. Great order experience and very fast delivery — I think I've finally found my favourite shoe company.
Est. 1919 · Northampton
Made for the way you move
Premium leather footwear — for the morning commute and the evening event.
Free UK Delivery
Free 30-Day Returns
Est. 1919 · Northampton
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The shoes our customers reach for, season after season.
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Brecon Chelsea Boot
Chelsea Boots
£240
£119
Guildhall Capped Oxfords
Oxford Shoes
£160
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Banff Penny Loafer
Penny Loafers
£180
£99
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Castle Chukka Boot
Chukka Boots
£240
£109
Monkton Double Monk Shoes
Monk Shoes
£140
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Hemsworth Sneaker
Sneakers
£140
£89
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Ethan Plain Calf Suede Loafer
Loafers
£180
£89
Ethan Plain Tumbled Grain Loafer
Loafers
£180
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Gorge Sneaker
Trainers
£230
£109
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Wear it with the moment
From the office to the country pub — find the shape that fits the occasion.
Materials
Full-grain leathers
Age well. Take a polish. Soften with wear.
Heritage
Northampton design legacy
A century-old tradition. Proportions that don't date.
Wear
Made for the day, not the shelf
Comfort from the moment they're laced up.
Built on Legacy
Over a century of knowledge in every detail. A legacy of quality since 1919.
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Trusted by Generations of Wearers
Quietly worn since 1919 — and the customers who keep coming back.
"An excellent company to do business with"
Their shoes are an excellent product and their customer service is brilliant — far exceeded my expectations. Delivery was extremely fast.
"Beautifully made shoes"
My second purchase of the Cruise loafer — now in chocolate brown and tan. A really stylish, well-made and exceptionally comfortable shoe.
"Beautifully made brogues"
Bought two pairs of brogues — beautifully made, fit well and don't take long to break in. A very satisfied customer.
"The quality hits you immediately"
It's a good feeling opening the box — the quality hits you immediately. Try it, you'll understand.
"Promptly resolved, beautifully followed up"
A minor quality issue was dealt with promptly and fairly, and followed up with a phone call to check my satisfaction.
"Three pairs and counting"
I have now got three pairs of the Hemsworth shoe — extremely comfortable, and I love the relaxed style.
"Great price, great quality, great service"
Great price, great quality, great service. And handmade in the U.K.'s home of shoe craft. Unbeatable.
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Final Pairs
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Exceptional quality at extraordinary value. Final pairs and end-of-line styles — same premium craftsmanship, remarkable prices.
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Care for what you wear
Good leather rewards a little attention. A regular polish and fresh laces — small rituals that keep your John Whites looking sharper, for longer.
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