Barbour footwear

Barbour is a legendary British heritage brand founded in 1894 by John Barbour in South Shields, England. Originally famous for providing durable oilskins and waxed cotton jackets to sailors, fishermen, and dockers facing the harsh North Sea weather, the brand has evolved into a global lifestyle symbol. While Barbour continues to manufacture its most iconic products, like the Bedale and Beaufort wax jackets, by hand in its original factory in South Shields, much of its extended range—including footwear, knitwear, and accessories—is produced through a global network of partners.

Today, Barbour's footwear is typically manufactured in various locations across Europe and Asia, such as Portugal, India, and China, to leverage specific regional craftsmanship and manufacturing expertise. Despite this global production, the brand maintains strict quality control to ensure every product reflects its storied British countryside heritage. Barbour remains a private, family-owned business, now in its fifth generation of leadership under Dame Margaret Barbour and her daughter Helen Barbour. The company holds multiple Royal Warrants, further cementing its status as a staple of classic British fashion.