Barker shoes are a globally recognised enterprise with a history that spans across 135 years. Founded by Arthur Barker, head of the realm of the Barker dynasty, the story of the brand begins in a workshop situated at the bottom of the garden of a house in North Road in Earls Barton.
Barker Shoes at English Brands
Mr. Barker was a passionate shoe maker and with time his business began to grow. Arthur hired his eldest son and used him as a leather importer to help with the expanding nature of the business. The enterprise grew rapidly, taking an international momentum to the point where 75% of the business was exported to South Africa.
Representative of the durable shoes themselves Barkers as a company survived 2 world wars and dangerous times of adversity. As the company’s reputation prevailed, Barkers shoes became one of the most sought after shoe designs in the world. Created with an aura of English luxury, Barkers have become one of the most sough-after and recognised brands in the world.
The brand has now joined a select band of quality products that exemplify the exquisite craftsmanship of English shoe designs. Barker’s shoes are made with knowledge, skins and finesse of 130 years of shoe making. Each pair have been made using high grade leathers and every Barker shoe has been designed to be as comfortable as possible.
As the years have gone by, things have changed, yet the blueprint of creating shoes that stand the test of time has remained central to the blueprint of who Barker shoes are as an organisation – Barker Shoes is owned by an international group who are committed to maintaining the brand integrity.
At English Brands, we have a diverse range of Barker shoes that comes in a range of styles and different colours. Whether you’re looking for a pair of stylish moccasins or are maybe in need of some flamboyant brogues for autumn, we guarantee that our collection of Barker Shoe designs will look good and will last for many years to come.
Please scroll down and see our collection below. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us. We’re available on 0121 448 8851. Alternatively, pop into our showroom that has recently opened in the Mailbox, we’d be happy to go through any products that may have interested you.