Best walking boots under £250

In its favour

• The listing names a leather upper, which holds its shape and can be cleaned and reproofed over many seasons.
• Gore-Tex is named in the model name, so the boot has a waterproof breathable liner for wet grass and peat.
• Listed as suitable for all seasons, so it is a realistic single boot for year-round lowland and hill walking.

Good to know

• The listing gives a weight of 1.65 kg without saying whether that is one boot or the pair, so compare in person.
• The listing does not state a B rating or crampon compatibility, so do not plan winter routes on it without checking.

In its favour

• Leather upper with Gore-Tex in the title, a firm and waterproof combination for rough ground.
• Listed for all seasons, so it can serve as a year-round hill boot.
• The listing gives 1.13 kg, a moderate figure for a leather boot if that is per pair.

Good to know

• The listing does not say whether the weight is per boot or per pair.
• La Sportiva sizes often run differently from UK brands, so check the maker's chart.

In its favour

• Leather upper and leather lining are both listed, a classic hard-wearing build.
• Gore-Tex in the title adds a waterproof breathable liner.
• Listed for winter, the season when British paths are at their wettest.

Good to know

• No weight is given in the listing, so compare it with other boots in person.
• The outsole is listed only as rubber, with no compound named.

In its favour

• Suede upper and leather lining are listed, durable on rocky ground.
• Gore-Tex in the title with a waterproof rating in the listing.
• A mid cut is listed, a good middle ground for mixed paths.

Good to know

• Suede needs proofing to keep shedding water in long rain.
• The outsole compound is not named in the listing.

In its favour

• The listing names a Gore-Tex waterproof and breathable membrane as a special feature.
• Cushioning is listed as moderate to high with an EVA foam insole, good for long days on hard tracks.
• Lace-up closure with stated shoe adjustability lets you tune fit across the instep.

Good to know

• The listing describes it as low top, which conflicts with its boot name, so check the cut before buying.
• Water resistance is listed as water resistant in one field despite Gore-Tex, so read the maker's page.

In its favour

• Ankle-high leather upper is listed, a cut that covers the ankle bones on uneven paths.
• Gore-Tex in the model name for a waterproof liner in wet British weather.
• A leather insole and textile lining are listed, a mix that is comfortable and dries reasonably fast.

Good to know

• Water resistance is listed as water resistant in one field, so check Lowa's details.
• The listing gives 1.8 kg without saying whether that is per pair.

In its favour

• Suede leather upper and Gore-Tex membrane are both listed, a sensible build for wet British weather.
• Listed for autumn and winter, which matches the season when most UK walkers need a waterproof boot.
• A fabric lining is stated, which usually dries faster than a leather lining after a wet day.

Good to know

• The listing does not name the outsole maker or compound, so grip on wet rock is hard to judge.
• The listing does not state a B rating, so it is not a choice for crampons without checking first.

In its favour

• Nubuck leather upper with a textile lining is listed.
• The Air-Active insole is named, Meindl's own footbed.
• The fit is described in the listing as fitting well, and leisure and hiking are named as uses.

Good to know

• Water resistance is listed as water resistant in one field despite Gore-Tex, so check Meindl's page.
• Leisure use is listed, so it is lighter duty than Meindl's mountain boots.