Wellies are essential for Northern Irish weather. Cordners stocks the full range from heritage British and Irish makers (Hunter, Dubarry, Barbour, Le Chameau) through to practical everyday options (Town & Country, Joules, Aigle) and specialist children's wellies. Whatever the season, wherever you're going — garden, farm, festival, school run — we have a welly for it.
The right welly depends on what you'll do in it. For everyday garden and dog-walking wear, a Town & Country or Joules welly at the affordable end of the range gives comfort and waterproofing without specialist features. For serious country wear (shooting, fishing, working farms), step up to a Dubarry Galway-style boot or a Le Chameau Chasseur — neoprene-lined, fully waterproof, and built to last decades.
Fit varies. Some wellies are designed loose to accommodate thick socks; others are snug for performance. Always order one size up if you'll wear them with chunky socks. Tall boots often have adjustable calf gussets to accommodate different leg widths — check each product page for fit notes.
Children's wellies need extra fitting attention. Growing feet need rooms inside the welly to develop properly, and a welly that's too snug becomes uncomfortable within minutes. Free children's foot measuring is available at every Cordners store — we'll find the right size for both length and calf width.
Care: rinse mud off after each use. Dry naturally — never near direct heat, which dries out rubber and causes cracking. Apply a rubber conditioner or silicon spray every few months to prevent cracking. Store wellies upright (or use welly hangers) rather than crumpled. With proper care, a quality welly lasts 10+ years; cheaper wellies typically crack within 1-2 years of regular wear.
Cordners has been Northern Ireland's footwear specialist since 1937. Family-owned across three generations, we've built our reputation on three things: choosing the brands customers can trust, fitting shoes properly using trained staff and free in-store measuring, and standing behind every pair we sell. Our stores across Northern Ireland stock the widest range of footwear in the region, and our online store brings that same expertise to anyone in the UK and Ireland.
Every pair is sourced directly from the brand or its authorised UK distributor — what you order is 100% genuine and comes with the manufacturer's full warranty. Free 30-day returns means you can try at home with zero risk. If the size or style isn't right, send them back at our expense. Free standard UK delivery on orders over £75, with next-day delivery available on orders placed before 2pm Monday to Friday. Click-and-collect from any Cordners store across Northern Ireland is free of charge, with stock typically ready within one working day. Need sizing advice? Visit any Cordners store for a free fitting from our trained team, or chat to us online during business hours.