Rugged & Tough

Should you have any questions, please call us on 01525 211488

At Rugged & Tough, we believe that everyone who needs tough clothes for tough jobs should have a local store where you can get 'Fit for Purpose Kit'. Like us, you may have found this almost impossible, which is why we started Rugged & Tough in the first place.

If you have ever experienced just how much not having suitable or comfortable clothing can hamper even the simplest of tasks, Rugged & Tough is for you. Our store is stocked with kit specifically chosen by us to be "fit for purpose". So whichever season, wearing purpose built, good quality work clothing and accessories at an affordable price makes even the toughest job more pleasurable to do. Tough jobs become so much easier when you can move, have enough pockets in the right places - where detail is designed in to support you, the wearer.

Rugged & Tough has looked around the world to find what we believe are some of the best kit for the professional tradesman through to the ordinary bloke who has a tough job to do - "Kit" that helps support you working in a physically rugged and tough environment. Our range includes established names such as:

Carhartt

With entrepreneurial vision and determination, Hamilton Carhartt established a brand that has stood the test of time.
Built to Last
For over 118 years, rugged construction, innovative design and exceptional standards of quality, durability and comfort have defined Carhartt® Workwear, making the Carhartt® name a legend in the skilled trades. As the choice of brand for those who work and play outdoors, Carhartt® is proud to serve a variety of workers in many different industries.

Established in Detroit, MI in 1889, Carhartt Inc. is a family owned and operated company with over 4,000 employees and dedicated to its mission of providing Best In Class apparel for the active worker. Just as Hamilton Carhartt began four generations ago, Carhartt® will continue to manufacture the most functional and durable clothing for generations to come. A variety of features such as premium fabrics, durable constructions and comfortable fit are just some of the hallmarks of Carhartt® Workwear that fit our customers needs in the toughest conditions.

The name Carhartt® became synonymous with products that set industry standards. Today we continue to build our brand and conduct business in the true spirit of our founder, Hamilton Carhartt:

"putting good, honest values first, last and all the time".

Jobman

Jobman was created 1975 and has since then grown to be what it is today as one of Sweden's top suppliers of work clothing.

Everything they do happens with only one objective in sight: To provide you with functional, modern and value for money work clothing of a very high quality. Therefore, they develop some of their own textiles and use their own designs and importantly have full control of the manufacturing process. In this way they see to it that you the wearer buy the best possible products for the best possible price.

At Jobman they field-test all their clothing designs: - Every one of their products undergoes rigorous testing in the best environment there is "Doing the job it was designed for". It is when worn doing what its made for, it shows the functionality, suitability and fit for purpose. Their Material testing is carried out not just in the laboratory, but also in the workplace so then and only then can it be truly tested. When you put on a new garment from Jobman can you feel confident that the quality and functionality has been proven through real testing and stressing

Blaklader

If you are looking for hard wearing, functional workwear to cope with the most extreme work conditions - Blåkläder has what you need.

Blaklader has been producing functional workwear since 1959 and always listen closely to the market's demand for function and quality. To make their garments last longer, they buy fabrics, threads and zippers from the world's foremost suppliers. Their workwear is so tough and durable, they offer a lifetime guarantee on the seams.

Jack Pyke

Jack Pyke have been involved in the outdoor market for over 20 years, so we have the experience, the knowledge, the resources and the feedback to offer you fantastic equipment
manufactured to the highest standards using quality materials at affordable prices

How To Find Us Page

Hockliffe LU7 9LS

We are on the A5 between Dunstable and Milton Keynes.

5 mins from Dunstable, 10 minutes from Milton Keynes, 20 Minutes from Hemel Hempstead and 5 minutes from Lieghton Buzzard.

You can call us on 01525 211488 or via email : sales@ruggedandtough.com

Contact Us

You can contact us by mail, phone or email or visit us

Rugged & Tough Ltd
Ground Floor
Marlowe House
Hockliffe
LU7 9LS

Telephone 01525 211488

Email: sales@ruggedandtough.com

Rugged & Tough Ltd is registered in England registration number 06247440
Our VAT registration number is GB 916 3996 86

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Discount Schemes

We offer to all Serving Personnel and also to Cadets, Scouts, Cubs etc a 10% discount in store on selected products, to qualify for this discount you must provide proof of membership or employment for one of the following groups:

In recognition for the tough work these teams do not only for us in our local communities but for the country at large:

All Armed Services
Police Force
Fire Service
Prison Service
Ambulance Service
All Cadets
OTC

And in recognition of the cost of kitting out for regular trips, etc, we offer the discount to these groups
Scouts, Guides Cubs etc: Please contact your leader for details

Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme:
Sadly for all the independant retailes in the UK, the DoE Award Scheme has contracted with one national UK retailer for 5 years, They have sole rights to advertise and use the DoE Award logo etc, but as these stores are not in all areas, we are still happy to be able to offer 10% discount as before. (You must also be able to prove your doing the award program to qualify for the discount)