[Rosemary]

It's bucketing here today. I've found out that my waterproof jacket isn't. Anyone recommend a good waterproof jacket? I don't want one that has a heavy lining - the hot flushes  dictate layers, so I prefer a light jacket that I can add a fleece or two underneath.

[doganjo]

I have a Quiksilver one with a zip in fleece gilet - brilliant!

[Sandy]

  In this rain A black bin bag or plastic cape, I think is the only thing. I have the same problem, I have several waterproofs over the years and once they have been washed and worn a few times they loose thier waterproof ness even when re proffed, and I hate the shorter ones as then you end up with wet tops of your legs and full wellies. I used to find the wax barbour great but it looks rough and smell now (like me!!) I used that when I went pony treking and I did stay dry...DOn't you just love those hot flusses, I get one hot one followed by a cold one.....

[Rosemary]

I have a Quiksilver one with a zip in fleece gilet - brilliant!

That sounds good. I like a longer jacket too - don't want to get a chill in the kidneys, as my old Ma used to warn about. I've had waxed jackets before too but find them really bulky.

[Daveravey]

Look up any uk ex military surplus stores online & have a look

http://www.meanandgreen.com/army//Waterproof_Over-Jacket/250/1439.html       £15.95 +p&p

Plenty of room for a fleece under those

http://www.meanandgreen.com/army//Waterproof_Breathable_Jacket/250/1941.html    £34.95 + p&p

[Sandy]

.Good  prices, I wonder what army has red jackets

[Cinderhills]

I bought one from my local hardware/agri/builders shop that apparently farmers use.  It's great.  Very lightweight and big enough to put layers under.  It's totally waterproof.  It's called Flexothane Classic and was about 40 quid.

[little blue]

I have a really old Peter Storm coat, my mum gave it me so second hand - its really long, styled like a barbour and there's just a 4 inch gap from the coat tail to the top of my wellies! 

image that, topped off with a tweed farmers' cap that I found in my late father-in-law's wardrobe, never worn! I wear it for effect - makes me laugh... but it keeps the rain and mud out my hair 

[Rosemary]

I've got a leather cowboy hat that's great for keeping the rain from running down the back of your collar. Blows off in the wind though. 

[daddymatty82]

try go outdoors they are online i think its gooutdoors.co.uk  my brother  is a maneger in swindon store so i get good discounts but decent coats at decent prices id say

[Sandy]

I want a waterproof too but if I got a camoflauge one I would get left in the Forest if I fall over as I would blend into the undergrowth!!!

[doganjo]

 

[Mickyork]

Ha ha ha nice one Sandy   

[supplies for smallholders]

Hi,

Just came across this thread, and as it's a horrible day today, decided to do some catching up and added Waterproofs to our site - will not appeal to everyone (they are not designer) but they will keep you dry.

https://www.suppliesforsmallholders.co.uk/workwear-c-40.html

Food Prep clothing coming soon as well.

And I promise not to tell anyone if you order the XXX Large sizes 

Thanks

[manian]

hi if its a that your old faithful has lost its waterproofing the you can wash/sray with 'nixwax' products.
much better than the price of a new coat... for hiking i use patagonia but too expensive for when i'm out with pigs/chickens