About Us

The Boot Company is the online store of KBK Shoes, a family-owned, independent footwear retailer based in Bristol, England, established in 1910. With over 100 years of experience on the UK high street, we combine traditional customer service with a modern, secure online shopping experience.

We specialise in premium branded footwear and are recognised worldwide as a leading UK stockist of Dr. Martens, offering one of the largest selections available. From classic boots to rare and limited editions, we supply customers across the UK and internationally.

Our mission is simple: to provide high-quality footwear at competitive prices, backed by expert knowledge, fast delivery, and trusted service. If you can’t find the style you’re looking for, our team will always do their best to source it for you.

Why Shop With The Boot Company?

  • Established UK retailer since 1910
    Over a century of footwear expertise from a trusted, family-run business
  • Authorised stockist of leading brands
    100% genuine products from Dr. Martens, Solovair, Birkenstock, Blundstone, Skechers, R.M. Williams, Red Wing, Redback, Hey Dude and El Naturalista
  • One of the UK’s largest Dr. Martens and Solovair ranges
    Including exclusive, seasonal, and hard-to-find styles
  • Thousands of happy customers worldwide
    Trusted by shoppers across the UK, Europe, and beyond
  • Secure online shopping
    Safe checkout with trusted payment providers and data protection
  • Fast & reliable delivery
    Quick dispatch from UK stock with dependable shipping options
  • Easy ordering & customer support
    Friendly, knowledgeable team ready to help before and after your purchase
  • Competitive pricing on premium footwear
    Great value on globally recognised brands
  • Real stock, ready to ship
    Large inventory held in the UK for faster fulfilment

Shop With Confidence

When you shop with The Boot Company, you’re buying from a long-established UK retailer with a proven track record of quality, reliability, and customer care. We pride ourselves on offering genuine products, honest pricing, and a service you can trust.

    KBK Shoes our Bristol based retail store is open during the following hours:

    Monday to Friday: 10 am - 6 pm

    Saturday:  9:30 am - 6 pm

    Sundays: 10:30 am - 4:30 pm

    However, our telephone and live chat functions are available for support 7 days a week between the hours of 10am and 6pm - Telephone 0117 9243707

    Please see the 'Contact Us' page for our full address and location map

    Parking:

    Central Parking Zones control all-day parking in Bristol but the first 30 minutes is completely free, allowing plenty of time to choose new shoes!

    When and Where can you park?

    The Parking Zones around KBK Shoes are active Monday to Friday between 9 am and 5 pm. Outside of these times you won’t need a parking permit or display a ticket to park in the area. Similarly, parking on Bank Holidays is free.

    Remember….. you can park for up to 30 minutes free of charge. Just display the free ticket obtained from the machine or pay £1 an hour to park up to a maximum of three hours. 

    Parking spaces are generally available throughout the day in Station Road (opposite KBK Shoes). On the main Cheltenham Road (Check Bus Lane restrictions) or in the side roads off Cotham Brow.