Clarks

No military discount at Clarks. No forces rate, no veterans scheme, nothing specific for serving personnel. That's the short version.

Clarks is worth knowing about regardless. Founded in Somerset in 1825, still headquartered there two centuries later. Over 320 stores across the UK and Ireland, plus online at clarks.co.uk. The brand that put school shoes on most of the UK's children and the Desert Boot on the rest. For forces families — particularly those with kids who go through shoes at speed — Clarks turns up every September without fail.

No military discount, but there are savings worth using.

How Forces Families Can Save at Clarks

Newsletter signup gets £10 off your first order of £50 or more on full-price items. Simple as giving them an email address. The code comes through quickly. Worth doing before the first Back to School shop if you haven't ordered from Clarks before — school shoes for two kids will clear £50 comfortably.

The seasonal sales are the other reliable route. Up to 50% off runs through mid-season and end-of-season events — sandals in summer, boots in winter, school shoes in late August and September. Seasonal sale plus a promo code can stack on top for end-of-season clearance, which is where the sharpest prices sit. Check the deals panel on this page for any current codes before ordering.

Delivery, Returns and Fitting

Free delivery applies on orders over £75. Under that, standard delivery costs £4.95. Click and collect to any Clarks store is free regardless of order value. Returns are free in-store within 28 days — unworn, original packaging. Postal returns cost £2.95 deducted from the refund. Faulty items can be returned within six months.

School Shoes — The Main Reason Forces Families Use Clarks

School shoes are the main reason forces families end up at Clarks. Multiple postings mean kids cycling through different schools, different uniform policies, different weather. Clarks does wide and narrow fittings, proper foot measuring in-store, and a range that covers reception through secondary. The fitting service is free and available in all stores. For forces families who move around, the online fitting guide and the option to return easily removes some of the risk of buying online.

Back to School promotions run each August — worth timing a visit or order around that window if you're kitting kids out for a new school year. For broader clothing and footwear deals for forces families, the Fashion section has regularly updated offers from trusted retailers.

Tips to Keep Costs Down at Clarks

• Sign up to the Clarks newsletter before your first order — £10 off orders of £50 or more on full-price items.
• Time Back to School shopping for late August when promotions are running across the children's range.
• Use click and collect — always free regardless of order value, saves the £4.95 delivery charge on smaller orders.
• Check end-of-season clearance for stacked savings — sale prices plus a promo code can bring some lines down significantly.
• Use the in-store fitting service for kids' shoes — free, accurate and saves the hassle of returns when sizing up online.
• Returns to store are free — if in doubt about a size, buy online and try in store before the 28-day window closes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Clarks offer a military discount?

No — there is no forces-specific discount at Clarks. The savings available include £10 off a first order via newsletter signup, seasonal sales of up to 50% off, and the Back to School promotions that run each August. Check the deals panel on this page for any current codes.

Is there a Clarks discount for veterans?

Nothing specific for veterans at Clarks. The newsletter discount and seasonal sale codes are open to everyone, including veterans, reservists and military families. Check the deals panel above for the best current saving available.

How do I get £10 off at Clarks?

Sign up to the Clarks email newsletter. The £10 off code is sent by email and applies to your first order of £50 or more on full-price items. One-time use — worth saving for a larger Back to School or boots purchase.

How much is Clarks delivery?

Free standard delivery on orders over £75. Orders below that pay £4.95. Click and collect to a Clarks store is always free regardless of order value — the best option for smaller purchases.

Can I return Clarks shoes?

Yes — within 28 days of purchase, unworn and in original packaging. Return to any Clarks store for free with an immediate refund or exchange. Postal returns cost £2.95 deducted from the refund. Faulty item returns can be made within six months.

When is the Clarks sale?

Clarks runs seasonal sales throughout the year — mid-season clearances, a Back to School promotion in August, and post-Christmas sales in January. Past sale events have offered up to 50% off. Sign up to the newsletter for early access notifications.

Does Clarks do school shoes?

Yes — it's one of Clarks' core ranges. Sizes from infants through to teenagers, wide and narrow fittings, free foot measuring in-store. Back to School promotions run each August with deals across the children's range. Particularly useful for forces families whose children move schools regularly due to postings.

Is Clarks good for forces families?

For families with kids, yes. The school shoe range, proper fitting service and free in-store returns make Clarks a practical choice across different postings and school uniform requirements. No military discount, but the newsletter code and seasonal sales bring prices down for everyone.

Does Clarks offer a student or NHS discount?

A 20% health service discount has been available for healthcare workers through verification platforms. No student discount currently runs via the main Clarks site, though the brand has partnered with student schemes in the past. Check the deals panel above for whatever is currently live.

What shoes is Clarks known for?

The Desert Boot is the most iconic — a crepe-soled suede ankle boot in continuous production since the 1950s. The Wallabee is another long-running style. The children's school shoe range is the biggest seller by volume. Cloudsteppers is the comfort-focused sub-brand for walking and everyday wear.

Does Clarks have wide-fit shoes?

Yes — Clarks stocks wide and narrow fittings across both adult and children's ranges. The in-store fitting service measures width as well as length, making it particularly useful for kids whose feet don't fit standard sizing. Wide-fit adult options are available online and in-store.

Can I use a Clarks promo code in-store?

Most Clarks promo codes are for online use at clarks.co.uk only. In-store prices may vary, and codes from the website generally cannot be applied at the till. The newsletter discount and seasonal codes are typically online-only — check the terms of each offer before visiting a store specifically to use one.

More Forces Deals You Might Like

For footwear with a genuine forces discount, the Dr. Martens military discount is worth checking — built to last and with a real forces rate. For comfort-focused footwear, FitFlop and Skechers both have deals for forces families. The Fashion section brings together current clothing and footwear deals across a wide range of retailers for the forces community.