TRIED & TESTED

WHAT IS IT:

Scarpa Women’s Trek GTX Boot. Scarpa, RRP £200. www. scarpa.co.uk

I WANT IT BECAUSE:

With a durable leather upper and Gore-Tex lining, this sturdy trekking and hiking boot keeps feet dry. It fits a slim heel well, and provides good ankle support.

USEFUL FOR:

Everything from a countryside stroll to a snowy hike.

HIGH POINT:

Although this boot offers great waterproof protection, it’s also breathable so your feet stay comfy.

LOW POINT:

The boot feels quite heavy when you initially put it on, but it’s actually fairly lightweight to walk in.

WHAT IS IT:

Women’s Chore Tall Boots RRP £100 from The Original Muck Boot Company www.muckbootcompany.co.uk

I WANT IT BECAUSE:

With eight horses and a livery yard to run I spend a lot of time on yard duties and bringing horses in and out of the mud.

USEFUL FOR:

Pretty much any task you need a good sturdy pair of welly-type boots for that are not too heavy to wear for hours. Plus these are neoprene so very warm and have a reinforced toe.

HIGH POINT:

Warm, lightweight, very comfy and now in a slimmer design.

LOW POINT:

Still a little wide for me around the top of my calves.