Regatta Great Outdoors jacket

Regatta Great Outdoors is a prominent British outdoor apparel brand known for providing high-quality yet affordable gear. The brand's journey began in 1977 when Lionel Black purchased a modest workwear business called Risol Products. The Regatta brand itself was officially launched in 1981 in Manchester, England. It quickly gained fame for its waterproof jackets, winning prestigious consumer awards in the late 1980s.

Today, Regatta remains a privately held family business, owned and operated by the Black family. While the company's design and global headquarters are still located in Trafford Park, Manchester, its manufacturing operations are international. Production primarily takes place in several Asian countries, including China and Bangladesh, to maintain the brand's commitment to affordability and value. The Regatta Group has expanded to include other specialized brands such as Craghoppers, Dare2b, and Regatta Professional, cementing its position as a major player in the global outdoor market.