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The Guardian - Life & Style • Jan. 23, 2026, 10:12 a.m.
The best men’s walking boots in the UK for every type of hiking adventure, tested
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Whether you’re heading on a multi-day trek or need waterproof shoes for countryside walks, these are the best boots for the job – tried and tested by our writer • ‘I’d never head out without one’: 10 hiking essentials There are two types of people on any UK hiking trail: those wearing walking boots, and those who have yet to experience the unmistakable sensation of cowpat seeping through their trainers. I belong in the first camp and firmly believe that the great outdoors is best enjoyed in appropriate footwear.
A solid pair of walking boots will not only protect your feet from countryside unpleasantness but also save you from rolled ankles and skidding on slippery surfaces. Plus, provided they’re waterproof (and not just water-resistant – more on this later), they will keep your feet dry in inclement weather.
A solid pair of walking boots will not only protect your feet from countryside unpleasantness but also save you from rolled ankles and skidding on slippery surfaces. Plus, provided they’re waterproof (and not just water-resistant – more on this later), they will keep your feet dry in inclement weather.
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