Loake was founded in 1880 by three brothers: Thomas, John and William Loake. More than 130 years later, the fifth generation of the Loake family keeps the traditions of British footwear production, created and improved by their predecessors. High-quality Loake boots are still made in Kettering, a factory built by the brothers on Wood Street in 1894.

​In 2007, Loak received special recognition - Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain awarded the company with the prestigious Royal Warrant.