# Best walking boots under £250 Source: https://trailandlace.co.uk/best/best-walking-boots-under-250 Publisher: Trail and Lace. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://trailandlace.co.uk/how-we-pick Below the premium mountain boots sits a band of established walking boots that cover almost everything most UK walkers do: lowland paths, moorland, fell tracks and summer hill days. These are the models brands have refined over many years, with proper membranes, lugged soles and leather or suede uppers, and they are the sensible place to start if you walk most weekends but do not need a stiff boot for winter mountains. This guide compares eight boots chosen from listings at or under the price in the title when we checked, using only what each listing states: upper, membrane, outsole and lining. Prices on Amazon change often and vary by size and colour, so check the current figure before you buy. Fit still beats any feature, so try the boots on with your walking socks and order by UK size from the maker's own chart. ## Products ### 1. Lowa Renegade, Men's Hiking Boot Upper: Leather; Membrane: Gore-Tex; Outsole: Rubber; Lining: Not stated Lowa's Renegade GTX Mid is a leather mid boot with a Gore-Tex membrane. It suits mixed UK walking from lowland paths to rocky fell tracks where you want one boot for most days. 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. ### 2. La Sportiva Mens Trango TRK GTX Hiking Boots Listed cut: Ankle high; Upper: Leather; Membrane: Gore-Tex; Outsole: Rubber La Sportiva's Trango TRK GTX is an ankle-high leather boot with Gore-Tex, listed for all seasons. It suits rocky paths and trekking where you want a firm but not heavy boot. 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. ### 3. Scarpa Men's Ranger II Active GTX Walking Boots, Brown, UK8 Upper: Leather; Membrane: Gore-Tex; Outsole: Rubber; Lining: Leather Scarpa's men's Ranger II Active GTX is a leather walking boot with a leather lining and Gore-Tex. A traditional choice for wet moorland, farmland and hill paths. 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. ### 4. Salewa Alpine Trainer Mid GTX Walking Boots - SS16 Upper: Suede; Membrane: Gore-Tex; Outsole: Rubber; Lining: Leather Salewa's Alp Trainer Mid GTX is a suede mid boot with Gore-Tex and a leather lining. It suits mixed hill walking, rocky paths and trekking holidays. 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. ### 5. Salomon Men's Quest 4 GTX Hiking Shoe Upper: Leather and polyester; Membrane: Gore-Tex; Outsole: Rubber; Lining: Not stated Salomon's Quest 4 GTX is a Gore-Tex hiking boot with an EVA foam insole and a supportive arch type listed. A softer, more athletic option for long days with a rucksack. 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. ### 6. LOWA Taurus Pro GTX Mid, Men's Hiking Shoe Listed cut: Ankle high; Upper: Leather; Membrane: Gore-Tex; Outsole: Rubber Lowa's Taurus Pro GTX Mid is an ankle-high leather boot with Gore-Tex and a textile lining. A good-value way into a Lowa leather mid boot for lowland and hill walking. 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. ### 7. Berghaus Men's Hillwalker II Gore-Tex Waterproof Hiking Boots Upper: Leather (suede); Membrane: Gore-Tex; Outsole: Rubber; Lining: Fabric Berghaus Hillwalker II Gore-Tex is a suede leather walking boot with a fabric lining. A familiar British-brand choice for lowland walks, moorland and easier hill paths. 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. ### 8. Meindl Journey Mid GTX Upper: Nubuck leather; Membrane: Gore-Tex; Outsole: Synthetic rubber; Lining: Textile Meindl's Journey Mid GTX is a nubuck leather mid boot with Gore-Tex and an Air-Active insole. It suits leisure walking, lowland paths and easier hill days. 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. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.