Wards Shoe Shops

13/10/2026

Congratulations to Sarah from our Welbeck team, who is celebrating 30 years service in our family business! 🍾👏

What a fantastic achievement! Thank you for your many years of hard work & loyalty ❤️

08/10/2026

Sharing the funeral notice for our very dear friend & colleague Jane, who sadly passed away on 26th September.

Jane worked in the shop at Bakewell for over 50 years and was a valued part of the Wards family business - we will all miss her greatly. In her many years of faithful service Jane was known & loved by countless loyal customers - we can't even begin to imagine how many feet she measured during her time in the shop.

Jane Anne Needham
Of Bakewell, sadly passed away on Saturday 26th September 2026, aged 69 years.
She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
Jane's funeral service will take place at All Saints Church, Bakewell, on Thursday 22nd October at 1.30pm.
Donations in memory of Jane are being received for Breast Cancer Research. These may be given online at www.mettamfunerals.co.uk/donations or cheques may be sent to J.W. & J. Mettam, Ambrose House, Granby Croft, Bakewell, DE45 1ET.

28/09/2026

Barefoot 👣 comfort from Josef Seibel 🍂

The Wynona ankle boot in Green is proving very popular! Have you tried Barefoot footwear yet? Shop the new collection here; https://www.wardsshoes.com/collections/barefoot

18/09/2026

New Season from Gabor Shoes 🍂

Stunning style & comfort in the new 6017.03 lace up from Gabor. This style is a wider fit, with adjustable laces and soft suede uppers. Also available in Black & Olive. If you've worn Gabor before, you'll know just how comfortable they are! 🥰

https://www.wardsshoes.com/search?q=Gabor+6017

15/09/2026

Barefoot comfort 👣 from

We highly recommend trying the new Wynona 05 Barefoot boots from Josef Seibel - they are so comfortable! Your toes have room & the premium suede uppers are lovely and soft. Also available in shoes for Men & Women 🍂

https://www.wardsshoes.com/products/wynona05chocolate?_pos=2&_sid=c6a316262&_ss=r

Browse or full Josef Seibel collection here https://www.wardsshoes.com/collections/josef-seibel

11/09/2026

Trending now 🍂 Chocolate Brown Loafers 🤎

Dress up your casual look with these beautiful new Brown Suede loafers from Tamaris One of many loafer styles from our New Season collection. Also available in Black & Merlot 🖤❤️

https://www.wardsshoes.com/search?q=24251&options%5Bprefix%5D=last&type=product

Shop the full women's collection here https://www.wardsshoes.com/collections/womens

09/09/2026

New Season from Rieker 🍂

Step out in style and comfort in the new Tan 45973 slip-on casual shoe from Rieker. This style has been a firm favourite with customers for its instant comfort and cushioned sole unit - this new colour option is perfect for your Autumn wardrobe!

https://www.wardsshoes.com/search?q=45973&options%5Bprefix%5D=last&type=product

07/09/2026

New Season styles in-store & online now!

We’re delighted to launch our new season collection. Get ready for cozy season with a wide choice of shoes & boots, from all of your favourite brands including Rieker, Gabor, Skechers, Josef Seibel and many more…

www.wardsshoes.com

📍 Bakewell | Matlock Street DE45 1EE
📍 Belper | King Street DE56 1PL
📍 Clitheroe | Castle Street BB& 2BX
📍 Welbeck | Dukeries Garden Centre S80 3LT
📍 Woodford | Woodford Park Garden Centre SK7 1QS

Proudly Independent. Family run since 1954.

We look forward to seeing you soon! 🍂👢🥾🎒🧦

29/08/2026

RESTOCK ALERT 🚨 🚨

Summer isn’t over just yet! We’ve had another delivery of our bestselling archiesfootwear Arch Support flip flops 🩴

Hurry! These colours are already selling out again…

👉🏼 BROWN
👉🏼 TAUPE
👉🏼 LEMON
👉🏼 BLACK
👉🏼 TAN

Try on in-store or buy online now 🛍️

https://www.wardsshoes.com/collections/archies

☀️

24/08/2026

EXTRA 10% Off all Sale Prices!

Hurry! Sale ends 6th September. Treat yourself now with an extra 10% off all sale prices. Use code EXTRA10 at the checkout or redeem in-store when you join our free customer loyalty.

https://www.wardsshoes.com/collections/all-sale

Bakewell | 26 Matlock street DE45 1EE
Belper | 36 King Street DE56 1PL
Clitheroe | 2 Castle Street BB7 2BX
Welbeck | Dukeries Garden Centre S80 3LT
Woodford | Woodford Park Garden Centre SK7 1QS