Where is Dr. Martens from?

Dr. Martens comes from the United Kingdom. It was founded in Wollaston, Northamptonshire, the United Kingdom in 1960.^[1] It is owned by Dr. Martens plc, headquartered in the United Kingdom.^[1]

Origin

United Kingdom

Founded 1960 in Wollaston, Northamptonshire

Owner today

United Kingdom

Dr. Martens plc

Key facts

Country of origin: United Kingdom^[1]
Founded: 1960, Wollaston, Northamptonshire^[1]
Founder: R. Griggs and Company
Current owner: Dr. Martens plc^[1]
Owner headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Ownership: Owned
Type: Brand — boots and shoes
Category: Fashion

Good to know

The air-cushioned sole was invented in Germany by Klaus Märtens and Herbert Funck; the British brand began when R. Griggs licensed it.

Origin is not where products are made. Dr. Martens’s origin is where the brand was created. Its products may be designed, manufactured or assembled in other countries. How we define origin.