Berghaus outdoor clothing

Berghaus is a prominent British outdoor clothing and equipment brand with a heritage deeply rooted in mountaineering. Founded in 1966 by Peter Lockey and Gordon Davison in Newcastle upon Tyne, the brand was born out of a desire for high-performance gear that could withstand the harsh British elements. Its name, which means "mountain house" in German, reflects its technical focus. Over the decades, Berghaus became a pioneer in the industry, notably being one of the first European brands to utilize GORE-TEX technology in the late 1970s.

Today, while the brand's design, testing, and strategic operations remain centered in its headquarters in Sunderland, England, its manufacturing is global. Production primarily occurs in Asia, including countries like Vietnam, China, and Indonesia, to leverage specialized technical fabric expertise. The brand maintains a strong commitment to quality and sustainability, exemplified by its B Corp certification and its "Repairhaus" program, which offers free lifetime repairs for its products.

Since 1993, Berghaus has been owned by the Pentland Group, a UK-based global brand management company. As of 2026, Pentland Group remains the ultimate owner, managing Berghaus alongside other major labels like Speedo and Ellesse. The brand continues to expand its global footprint, recently increasing its presence in North American markets while maintaining its identity as a technical outdoor innovator.