Hunter Wellies

Hunter at The Country Catalogue

Hunter Boot Ltd was registered as a limited company in September 1856 with only 4 employees, however expanded to 600 workers by 1875. The production of Hunter Wellington boots were dramatically boosted in World War I when Hunter Boot Ltd was asked by the War Office to construct a sturdy boot suitable for the conditions in flooded trenches. The mills ran day and night to produce immense quantities of these trench boots. In total, 1,185,036 pairs were made to cope with the Army's demands. The fashionable boot was now a functional necessity. For WWII Hunter Boot Ltd were once again called upon to supply vast quantities.

Hunter's most famous wellie, the Hunter Original wellington, was made over 50 years ago in the winter of 1955. It was the first orthopaedic boot that Hunter made.

Today Hunter remains the preferred welly brand for those who like to work hard and play hard - there's a great range of boots to suit welly wearers all over the world - from The Royal Family to festival goers, working farmers and landed gentry alike.

The Hunter Autumn/Winter Collection

• The Hunter Original Tall Classic is one of our most popular wellingtons. It is lightweight, neat fitting and above all, comfortable. Made from natural rubber compounds, Hunter boots are vulcanised to achieve greater strength which allows the boot to hold its shape better.
• This year we have introduced a wide range of exciting children's accessories. The New Hunter Kids' Patterned Fleece Welly Socks are made to keep your feet warm and cosy and also to provide a 'snug' fit in your Hunter boots. Not only a practical solution but a great boot accessory or gift for those who love Hunter boots.