Vote with your feet

When the rain comes and the mud starts churning up you’ll be looking for the best shooting wellies you can find. Sturdy footwear won’t slip on wet ground and will keep you dry as you cross streams, ploughed fields and marshland. Shooting boots are ideal for drier days on the peg but in a downpour or on the foreshore you’ll need your wellies. Here are options to suit all budgets.

ARXUS PRIMO NORD LW 

This Scandi offering is a unique next-generation lightweight, insulated boot. The design includes a temperature-regulating function that prevents overheating for maximum comfort in all weathers. The highly insulated 5mm neoprene lining is tested to perform up to -20°C so these boots are more than suited to the most demanding conditions. They also feature a robust waterproof ripstop textile shaft and an all-round locking strap for a comfortable supporting fit. Available in sizes from 4.5 to 12.5 in olive. 

RRP £300 alanpaine.co.uk 

GATEWAY 1 PHEASANT GAME 

These boots feature a full-length, fully sealed zip and spacious, wide-opening bellows to ensure they are totally waterproof. They also prevent your socks and trousers from snagging on the zip, so you get a genuine one-handed operation stepping in and out. The 5mm Coil lining and vulcanised natural rubber combine for comfort and the Mud-field outsole and carbon-fibre reinforced footbed offer proper arch support. A welled perimeter limits lateral movement and the Lynx Ice-Grip+ ensures the boots remain secure on cold surfaces all the way down to -45°C. 

RRP £199.95 gateway1-footgear.com 

HOGGS OF FIFE FIELD SPORT WELLINGTON 

The Field Sport Wellington from Hoggs of Fife is a hardwearing insulated boot with a 4mm neoprene lining and a Vibram outsole. Improvements over the years have ensured this boot features the latest technological advances and an enviable performance. The boot has a high-density, durable lining for extra warmth and comfort and a removable cushioned EVA insole with memory foam inserts to help with shock absorption. The high-performance outsoles offer excellent abrasion resistance, comfort and durability. 

RRP £119.95 hoggs.co.uk 

SKELLERUP QUATRO SPORT BOOT 

Skellerup has been making specialist boots since 1943 and the ruggedness and agrarian qualities of its products has been countrified for the UK market by the team at Brandecosse. The boots offer a comfortable and ankle-supporting fit, well suited to a day in the field. The rubber and top band are able to withstand roughing through brambles and the 4mm neoprene lining has been tested to -50°C. The cupped outsole adds a touch of spring and the insole wicks moisture for a cushioned ride. 

RRP £125 brandecosse.com

SEELAND HILLSI DE ENFORCED BOOT 

Combining robust construction with modern details, Seeland’s Hillside Enforced boot features a personalised neoprene lining for insulation and comfort. And a durable, moulded polyurethane (PU) footbed ensures these boots will be around for the long haul. The new rubber design and supple top foxing enhance comfort, while the stone-coloured midsole offers a distinctive look. Available in two colours, but pictured here in pine green, the boots are the perfect fusion of function and exclusive style. 

RRP £129.99 seeland.com