Professional Shoe Repairs
At Tring Shoe Repairs, we provide everything from traditional everyday shoe repairs to high-end leather sole replacements. With over 25 years of experience, Dan the Cobbler has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, serving both local customers in Tring and clients from across the UK and around the world. Our work has gained a large following on YouTube, where millions of viewers have watched the transformations and specialist repairs we carry out on premium footwear. Whether you need practical repairs, luxury leather sole work, or a complete restoration, we combine traditional cobbling skills with modern techniques to bring worn shoes back to life.
Featured Shoe Repairs...
Red Wing Vibram Christy Sole Repair
Complete Replacement of worn Red Wing wedge soles using premium Vibram Christy soles for a durable, factory-style finish. These hard wearing soles provide excellent grip, long lasting comfort, and a clean professional appearance whilst keeping the classic look of the boot. Available in a range of colours including white, light beige and black
From £120
Dainite Studded Sole & Heel
A staple repair in the shop, Dainite Studded soles and heels are commonly found on luxury shoes such as Barkers, Loake, Cheaneys and more. Dainite soles and heels are durable, hard wearing, provide excellent grip all whilst maintaining an elegant understated look in keeping with the shoes, without the heavy bulk of heavy treaded soles. Available in a range of colours including Black, Sepia, Chesnut, Oxford Blue and Brick Red.
From £130
Christian Louboutin Sole Restoration
Christian Louboutin shoes are famous for their iconic red soles, however the original painted sole can wear quickly with regular use. We restore and protect worn soles using durable high-gloss red rubber soles, designed to maintain the elegant appearence of the original shoe while offering far greater longevity for every day use. Finished to a clean mirror shine, this popular repair helps preserve the signature luxury look of Christian Louboutin footwear while significantly improving durability.
From £95
Premium Leather Sole & Heel Repair
We offer full premium leather sole and heel replacements for high quality goodyear welted footwear, including leading British brands such as Loake, Barker, Cheaney, Church's and Crockett & Jones. Each repair involves removing the worn sole, unpicking old stitches, rebuilding the foundation of the shoe and replacing it with luxury oak bark tanned leather for exceptional durability and longevity. The internal cork layer is also replaced to restore original comfort and support, ensuring the shoe feels as good as it looks. Finished by hand this traditional method ensure your shoes keep the character of fine footwear whilst extending their life for many years to come.
From £130
Ammo Boot - Parade Boot Restoration
Traditional military style boots and parade boots restored using heavy duty double leather soles, steel horseshoe heels, hobnails and toe plates for authentic parade-ground finish. Commonly worn by RAF and Army Cadets, these hard wearing boots are built for drills and ceremonial purposes and at Tring shoe repairs we restore these Ammo boots properly, replacing all worn out leather and installing all the correct metal work for a classic military appearance and distinctive sound underfoot.
Ranging From £95 - £165
Premium Rubber Sole Upgrades
We fit a wide range of premium rubber soles and heels, Including specialist options from brands such as Dr. Sole, Vibram and Dainite. Popular for both boots and welted shoes. These durable after market soles offer improved grip, durability and distinctive styling while maintaining a high quality finish. From rugged commando styles to Vibrant colourful soles, we can reccomend and fit a range of specialist soles to suit different footwear styles, uses and preferences.
From £95
Why Choose Tring Shoe Repairs?
At Tring shoe repairs, traditional craftsmanship and attention to detail are at the heart of everything we do. With over 25 years experience, Dan the Cobbler has built a reputation for high quality shoe repairs ranging from everyday footwear to premium goodyear welted shoes and luxury designer restorations. Based in Tring we proudly serve local customers as well as customers from across the UK who visit us or send shoes by post after discovering our work online. With a worldwide YouTube following of 330,000 subscribers, our repairs have become recognised for their quality, honesty and transformation focused craftsmanship using premium matreial brands such as Dainite and JR oak bark leather. It goes without saying that we work on all brands such as Trickers, John Lobb, Cheaneys, Oliver sweeney, Crockett & Jones and many more.
Seen by millions on YouTube...
UK Postal Shoe Repairs
We also offer postal shoe repairs for customers who discover our work online or through YouTube. Simply contact us with photos of your shoes for a quote before securely sending your shoes to our workshop in Tring. From premium welted shoes to designer restorations, repairs are completed in house and returned safely via Royal mail.
Your favourite shoes still have plenty of life left
Most shoes can often be restored rather than replaced. Resoling, heel repairs and refurbishment work can dramatically extend the life of shoes and boots!
Repairing shoes is often cheaper than buying new ones!
Professional shoe repairs can be a practical alternative to buying new shoes, Especially for premium leather shoes, boots and designer footwear.
Worn soles and heels can become uncomfotable or unsafe!
Replacing worn heels and internal padding cann improve comfort, grip and stability, while helping prevent further damage to the shoe.
Premium footwear is designed to be repaired
Many high quality brands such as Loake, Barker and Cheaney are specifically constructed to make replacing soles easy and repeatable.
Shoe repairs help restore the appearance of your footwear
From polishiing and refinishing to complete sole replacements, professional repairs can significantly improve the appearance of worn or tired looking shoes.
Repairing shoes is green and good for the environment!
In many cases repairing shoes is sustainable and eco friendly, especially leather soled shoes being a natural material. Even with rubber soled shoes a repair uses less material than a whole new pair of shoes.
Popular Repairs & Prices
Where are we located?
We are right in the centre of Tring High street opposite Costa coffee
26 High Street, Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 5AH
01442 827039