About Bobby Munro Dancing Shoes

Crafted for the Stage. Built on Tradition.

For 5 decades, Bobby Munro Dance Shoes has been the trusted name in Highland dance footwear — worn by dancers from their very first steps to the highest levels of competition.

Every pair begins with a vision: to create the finest Highland dance shoe available, without compromise.

Bobby Munro in Highland dress. "Yours Aye, Bobby".

The Man Behind the Shoe

Bobby Munro didn't just design a dance shoe — he perfected one.

Drawing on deep knowledge of Highland dance and an unwavering commitment to quality, Bobby developed a shoe built around the original curved last, with no seam to allow the shoe to mould perfectly to your foot — a design that follows the natural contours of the foot to deliver unmatched fit, flexibility, and feel.

This isn't a shoe designed by committee or manufactured for convenience. It's a shoe designed by a dancer, for dancers.

After Bobby’s passing, the business was purchased by Marie Chaplin-Garrett, who had trained and danced with him in the 1960s. Marie later passed the business on to her niece, Melanie, who is proud to continue Bobby’s legacy and bring his much-loved shoes back to dancers once again.

Handcrafted in the UK

Every Bobby Munro dance pump is handcrafted in the United Kingdom, using only the softest, finest leather available. We believe that the materials you start with determine the performance you finish with — which is why we never cut corners on quality.

The result is a shoe that moves with you: responsive on the floor, comfortable through long rehearsals, and built to last through the demands of competition.

Bobby Munro Dance Shoe™ Original (Adults)

Bobby Munro Dance Shoe™ Original (Adults)

Bobby Munro Dance Shoe™ Original (Adults)

The shoe that started it all. Designed on the original curved last, crafted from the softest leather, and trusted by adult dancers at every level of Highland dance.

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£54.95

Adults

Bobby Munro Dance Shoe™ Original (Kids)

Bobby Munro Dance Shoe™ Original (Kids)

Bobby Munro Dance Shoe™ Original (Kids)

The same uncompromising quality, sized for younger dancers. Because great technique starts with the right foundation.

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£49.95

Kids

Bobby Munro Jig Shoe

Bobby Munro Jig Shoe

Bobby Munro Jig Shoe

Purpose-built for jig performance, combining the Bobby Munro hallmarks of fit, flexibility, and craftsmanship with the specific demands of jig dance.

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£35.00

Adults & Kids

Trusted by Dancers

From beginners lacing up for the first time to seasoned competitors stepping onto the stage, Bobby Munro Dance Shoes are worn by dancers who refuse to settle. Our shoes have supported dancers through classes, festivals, and championships — and we're proud to be part of every step of that journey.

Our Promise

When you choose Bobby Munro, you're choosing more than a shoe. You're choosing a piece of craftsmanship, a legacy of Highland dance expertise, and a commitment to quality that has never wavered.