Charles Clinkard Reviews 

512
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Looking at 117 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the dedicated store staff for being exceptionally helpful, patient, and knowledgeable when assisting shoppers with finding the right shoe sizes and matching styles. Consumers also state that the available footwear products are extremely comfortable, stylish, and of lasting high quality, while online orders consistently arrive promptly and securely packaged. Some people were dissatisfied with occasional delivery delays or frustrating shipping problems managed by external courier services during transit. Additionally, a small group of reviewers noted receiving items that appeared previously worn, damaged, or featured unexpected sizing inconsistencies.

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Product

Clients share positive opinions on product, highlighting that shoes and boots are stylish, well made, and... See more

Delivery service

Users describe positive interactions with delivery service, highlighting that items generally arrive promptly... See more

Order

Reviewers express high satisfaction and delight with the ordering process, highlighting that it is very easy... See more

Staff

Customers consistently note positive experiences with staff, describing them as friendly, polite, and... See more

Service

Customers had positive experiences with service, frequently praising staff members for being exceptionally... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The more time goes on, the more I appreciate the 'old' shops and services that still do things in the old way: good customer care, helpful, clear communications, nice in store staff, easy returns and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a regular shopper & love Charles Clinkard - never had any issue at all. Deliveries are always prompt & items well packaged. The website is easy to navigate & I always find what I am looking... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been shopping at Charles Clinkard’s since I was a child in Middlesbrough. After moving to the southwest twenty six years ago, it was a delightful surprise to see this familiar name in Cribbs Caus... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have bought “Relax” leather mule slippers from Charles Clinkard for years. The company is very efficient, my orders arrive quickly and the slippers always perfectly wrapped in the box. Moreover I cert... See more


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  1. Shopping & Fashion

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Charles Clinkard provides high quality footwear for men, women and children. Free UK delivery available.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good service but confusing.

I ordered the shoes on line and they arrived promptly. I found I needed a smaller size, so went to the Leeds Charles Clinkard shop. I was told by the shop assistant, because I had bought them on line I would have to send them back for a refund and buy new ones. She said she could "put it on a gift card" so I didn't need to go through the return processes.I am still not sure how this worked. I found this odd as it says on line shoes can be exchanged at any Charles Clinkard shop.

February 24, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Newbury Store - Amber - brilliant service

Today we were served by Amber in the Newbury store. We find it tricky to get shoes for both children as they have very narrow feet and are very fussy! Amber was amazing. Patient, knowledgable and kind. Couldn’t have asked for better service and will definitely be returning!

February 22, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

A very unhappy customer I bought a pair of Charles Clinkard’s…

I bought a pair of Charles Clinkard’s own make loafers in mid December 24. I had worn them about half a dozen times when I saw that the leather had completely gone from both shoes at the toe end. I took them back and was told it was due to the way I walked. I have had hundreds of pairs of shoes over the years and never had a problem. The shoes are not fit for purpose i.e. walking in them! CC have been most unsympathetic and unhelpful. I would not recommend them.

February 6, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic experience in the Chichester…

Fantastic experience in the Chichester branch. It was the end of the day, I’d just got back from a fruitless shopping experience in Brighton where I was told by one shoe retailer that he didn’t want customers who wanted shoes to be comfortable. Just wow! Anyway, despite it being late in the day Danni was extremely patient, knowledgable and helpful. I bought two pairs of Loakes for a great price, so I’m very happy.

February 1, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service.

I had to return a pair of boots/shoes which was dealt with brilliantly. I then bought another pair and the staff, especially Danni, were very helpful and friendly.

February 6, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service!

Great Service!!

I had called in the Chichester store and I spoke to this Women called Muscaa, she was so polite and helpful. She guided me through the website and helped me with so many options, providing me with all details of the shoes, be it the name or the code.

I, who was looking for one particular pair, was so satisfied with the options she provided me with. The reason I took her name after the end of the call was to give her a mention here for being a great help.

Thank you Chichester for all the effort.

January 26, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delightful assistant

My husband went to buy some shoes at the Stratford upon Avon store. He was served by Olivia who could not have been more helpful. She was friendly, polite and gave him all the time he needed despite the store being extremely busy. Thank you so much Olivia.

January 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Speedy delivery

Speedy delivery, easy to order. Have these boots in green, and black, but these are taking a while to be comfortable as they seem a bit narrower. Hopefully they will break in as I really like them in black patent.

January 14, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good seller

Good seller. My size wasn’t in stock so they arranged for an order to be delivered at no additional cost.

January 5, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not customer focused


I hadn't used Clinkards in a while but decided to give them another try.

Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. It took several days for my item to be dispatched, and while it was sent via Royal Mail 48-hour delivery, it arrived later than expected (though I don't blame Clinkards for this delay).

When the item arrived, it was completely wrong—incorrect type, color, and size. I contacted customer service immediately and was assured a replacement was available but would only be sent once they received the return. I asked if it could be sent sooner to avoid further delays, but they refused.

They emailed me a return label that required printing, which was inconvenient as I don’t have access to a printer, causing even more delays.

Due to the poor service and inconvenience, I decided to request a refund instead of waiting for the correct item.

January 13, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helen

Bought reiker long flowered boots, lovely warm comfortable boots, ordered on the Sunday and they arrived on the Wednesday, easy and prompt service, will use again

January 6, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trustworthy company!

Amazing company from ordering to receiving my order everything was easy. Their customer service was very helpful and professional.Would definitely recommend them to family and friends.

January 2, 2025
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