Dublin Boots
Paddock & Jodhpur Boots
Adult and children's paddock and jodhpur boots for yard and saddle.
Dublin Paddock & Jodhpur Boots
In short: if you want one pair of Dublin boots that covers yard work, lessons and hacking, the Dublin Foundation Zip Paddock Boots II are the safest all-round pick — every size is in stock, from £35.99 for childs and £44.99 for adults, in black or brown. If you prefer the shorter jodhpur silhouette, the Dublin Foundation Jodhpur Boots II cover the same full size run from £33.29. This collection holds 13 Dublin styles in total, 8 of which have sizes available today.
In a hurry?
- Best all-rounder: Dublin Foundation Zip Paddock Boots II — from £35.99, full size run in stock.
- Best value jodhpur boot: Dublin Foundation Jodhpur Boots II — from £33.29, full size run in stock.
- Wet weather: Dublin Evolution Zip Front Waterproof Paddock Boots — £67.70.
- Cold mornings: Dublin Eminence Insulated Zip Paddock Boots — £35.09.
- Step-up jodhpur boot: Dublin Rapture Jodhpur Boots — £62.99, adult sizes 5 to 9.
- Not sure on size? Get in touch and our team will help you pick.
Paddock boots or jodhpur boots — what is the difference?
Both are short riding boots that finish at the ankle, and in everyday use the two names overlap a lot. The practical difference is how they close and how much support they give.
- Paddock boots usually have a zip or laces, so you can tighten them around the ankle. That extra hold suits riders who spend long days on the yard as well as in the saddle, and it makes them easier to pull on over a thicker sock.
- Jodhpur boots are the neater, more traditional short boot. They are quick to get on and off and sit tidily under jodhpurs, which is why they are so popular for children, lessons and showing.
Either style pairs with half chaps or gaiters if you want the look and leg protection of a long boot without the price of one.
Which Dublin boot suits your riding?
Everything below is in stock right now. Prices shown are the lowest in-stock price for that style — larger adult sizes may sit higher.
| Boot | Best for | Sizes in stock | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Foundation Jodhpur Boots II | Everyday jodhpur boot for the whole family | Childs 8 Years to 3UK, Adults 4 to 11UK, black or brown | £33.29 |
| Dublin Foundation Zip Paddock Boots II | Zip-up all-rounder for yard and saddle | Childs 8 Years to 3UK, Adults 4 to 11UK, black or brown | £35.99 |
| Dublin Eminence Insulated Zip Paddock Boots | Cold winter mornings | Adults 4, black | £35.09 |
| Dublin Evolution Zip Front Paddock Boots | A smarter paddock boot for lessons | Adults 4 brown, 5 and 8 black | £44.40 |
| Dublin Rapture Childs Jodhpur Boots | Children who ride several times a week | Childs 2 to 4 | £48.59 |
| Dublin Evolution Double Zip Front Paddock Boots | Easy on and off with a tidy finish | Adults 5, black | £62.86 |
| Dublin Rapture Jodhpur Boots | Adults wanting a step up from the entry jodhpur boot | Adults 5 to 9 | £62.99 |
| Dublin Evolution Zip Front Waterproof Paddock Boots | Mud, puddles and winter turnout | Adults 4, black | £67.70 |
Buying for a growing child?
Children outgrow boots faster than they wear them out, so the sensible plan is a well-priced boot in the right size now rather than a bigger boot they will grow into. A loose boot slides on the stirrup and rubs the heel. The Dublin Foundation Jodhpur Boots II start at £33.29 in childs sizes and the Dublin Foundation Zip Paddock Boots II at £35.99, both with the full childs run from 8 Years through to 3UK in stock. For a child riding two or three times a week, the Dublin Rapture Childs Jodhpur Boots at £48.59 are the sturdier option.
Riding through winter and wet weather?
Two boots in this collection are built for the worst of a British winter. The Dublin Evolution Zip Front Waterproof Paddock Boots at £67.70 keep water out on soggy mornings, and the Dublin Eminence Insulated Zip Paddock Boots at £35.09 add insulation for standing about in the cold. Both are down to a single size at the moment, so if the size you need is gone, get in touch and our team will help you find the closest match.
How should Dublin boots fit?
A short riding boot should feel snug across the instep with your heel held still — if the heel lifts as you walk, it will rub. Leave roughly a thumb's width of room at the toe, and try them on with the socks you actually ride in, because a thick winter sock can easily take up half a size.
Zip and lace boots give you some adjustment around the ankle; a pull-on jodhpur boot does not, so it needs to be right straight out of the box. Take a moment to check the boot works with your stirrup irons too — the sole should sit flat with the iron under the ball of your foot and a little room either side.
If you are between sizes or shopping for someone else, get in touch and our team will help before you order.
Frequently asked questions
Which Dublin boots are available in every size?
Two styles currently have their full size run in stock in both black and brown: the Dublin Foundation Jodhpur Boots II from £33.29 and the Dublin Foundation Zip Paddock Boots II from £35.99. Both run from Childs 8 Years up to 3UK and from Adults 4UK up to 11UK, so they are the easiest choice if you need a specific size or are buying for more than one rider.
Are paddock boots good enough for everyday yard work?
Yes — that is exactly what a paddock boot is designed for. The zip or lace fastening holds the ankle while you are mucking out, leading horses and climbing in and out of the school, and the same boot works in the saddle. If you are on your feet all day in wet conditions, the Dublin Evolution Zip Front Waterproof Paddock Boots at £67.70 are the more weatherproof choice. For very deep mud, most riders keep a pair of wellies or yard boots alongside their riding boots.
Do I need half chaps with jodhpur boots?
You do not need them, but most riders are more comfortable with them. Half chaps cover the lower leg, stop the stirrup leather pinching against your calf and give a steadier contact with the saddle. Together with a short boot they give you the look and the grip of a long riding boot at a lower cost, and they are far easier to wash off after a muddy session.
What size should I order for a child?
Order their true current size rather than sizing up to allow for growth. A boot that is too big lets the heel slip, which causes rubs and makes the foot less secure in the stirrup. Measure the longest foot with a sock on, standing up, and use that measurement. If your child sits between two sizes, get in touch and our team will help you decide which way to go.
Are any of these Dublin boots waterproof?
The Dublin Evolution Zip Front Waterproof Paddock Boots are the waterproof option in this collection, priced at £67.70. The other styles here are everyday riding boots rather than waterproof ones, so they will cope with damp grass and light rain but are not designed for standing in water. Whichever pair you choose, drying them slowly away from direct heat will make them last far longer.
How do I look after Dublin paddock and jodhpur boots?
Knock off loose mud after each ride and wipe the boots down with a damp cloth rather than soaking them. Let them dry at room temperature, never on a radiator or in front of a heater, as fast drying is what cracks and stiffens uppers. Leather boots benefit from an occasional conditioner, and a light brush around the zip keeps grit out of the teeth, which is the most common reason a zip boot fails early.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-24 by the Just Horse Riders team.