Workwear Trousers

Durable workwear trousers for trade professionals. Includes knee pad trousers, cargo and combat trousers, waterproof trousers, bib & brace overalls and more.

Trade Workwear Trousers for All Site Conditions

Our workwear trousers range covers cargo trousers, combat trousers, knee pad trousers, hi-vis trousers, waterproof overtrouser, shorts, pirate trousers, and flame retardant trousers for trade and industrial use. Sourced from established workwear manufacturers, the range is designed for durability and practicality — pockets in the right places, reinforcement where it matters, and a fit that allows full range of movement. Available in a wide range of sizes including short, regular, and tall leg lengths across most styles.

How to Choose Workwear Trousers for Your Trade

Match trouser type to the demands of your trade. For groundwork, construction, and site trades, cargo or combat trousers with knee pad pockets and multiple cargo pockets are the professional standard. For roofing and flooring work, knee pad pocket trousers are essential — wearing knee pads inside integrated pockets is more stable and comfortable than strapping them over trousers. For electrical and plumbing work, a trouser with multiple smaller pockets for tools and fixings is preferable to fewer large pockets. For outdoor work in wet UK conditions, a waterproof overtrouser or lined trouser extends the working season comfortably.
Trade Tip

Check leg length before ordering — many workwear trousers are sized by waist only, with short (30"), regular (32"), and tall (34") inseam options available. A trouser that's too long bunches at the boot and wears through at the hem rapidly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are pirate trousers?

Pirate trousers (also called knicker-cut or below-knee trousers) have a shorter leg cut that ends below the knee, typically with a gathered or banded hem. They're popular with roofers and scaffolders where full-length trouser legs can catch on equipment.

How do knee pad pockets work?

Knee pad pockets are sewn-in pouches on the front of each leg at knee height. EN 14404 Type 2 knee pads slide into these pockets and are held in position — you can remove them when not kneeling and reinsert them in seconds without removing the trousers.

What's the difference between cargo and combat trousers?

In workwear, cargo trousers typically have one or two large thigh pockets with flap closures. Combat trousers have multiple smaller pockets including angled hip pockets and calf pockets. Combat cut generally offers more total pocket space; cargo cut provides fewer but larger storage compartments.