Across 10 recorded scans from 21 August 2026 to 18 October 2026, Walsh's single-scan score moved from 1.1% to 0.9%, down 0.2 percentage points. Latest recorded scan 0.9% on 18 October 2026; combined-window score 0.9%.
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Individual recorded scans. Each row is one scan on one date. The published combined-window score is 0.9% over 21 August 2026 – 18 October 2026, measured across every answer in that window — a different sample from any single row below.
Scan date
Single-scan score
21 August 2026
1.1%
24 August 2026
1.1%
30 August 2026
1.3%
6 September 2026
0.4%
13 September 2026
0.9%
20 September 2026
0.7%
27 September 2026
0.9%
4 October 2026
1.1%
11 October 2026
0.9%
18 October 2026
0.9%
Latest scan = one scan. Overall visibility = all answers in the published window.
Visibility across AI platforms
Share of answers naming this brand
ChatGPT
0.9%
Perplexity
1.0%
AI Overviews
0.9%
21 August 2026 – 18 October 2026 (scans 1–10)
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It appears in 1.0% of collected Perplexity answers and 0.9% of Google AI Overviews answers: a difference of 0.1 percentage points within the published window. This describes where mentions occur; it does not establish why the platforms differ.
Named across 7 of 150 questions.
Walsh appears in at least one collected answer to 4.7% of the tracked questions. That is question coverage; the 0.9% visibility score measures its share of individual answers.
Across 10 published scans, visibility ranged from 0.4% to 1.3%. The latest scan was 0.9% on 18 October 2026. Individual scan scores and the published-window score describe different samples.
The brand is named in at least one collected answer to each of these questions.
Best British made vs imported shoes
Best British owned shoe brands
Best British streetwear shoe brands
Best British trainer brands
Best independent shoe brands UK
Best new British shoe brands
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Prompts that surface other brands
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Best British owned shoe brands (Crockett & Jones, Tricker's, Edward Green)
Best award winning British footwear brands (Clarks, Cheaney, Loake)
Best British footwear brands (Crockett & Jones, Edward Green, John Lobb)
Best British shoe designers (Rupert Sanderson, Grenson, George Cleverley)
Best shoe brands UK (Clarks, Dr. Martens, Grenson)
Best British designer shoes (Rupert Sanderson, Church's, Crockett & Jones)
Competitor names are shown where they appear in the collected examples.
Recorded AI questions and answers
Recorded examples from the scan. Each card pairs a shopper’s prompt with an excerpt from the AI response.
Google AI Overviews
The question asked
Best British trainer brands
From the recorded answer
Norman Walsh (Bolton, est. 1961): The sole remaining primary athletic footwear manufacturer in Britain, famous for retro 1960s and 1970s running, fell-running, and Olympic heritage silhouettes like the Ensign and Concorde.
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Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 18 October 2026
The best British trainer and sneaker brands combine heritage manufacturing with modern casual style, ranging from historic athletic labels to luxury hand-crafted shoemakers.
### Top British Trainer Brands
- Norman Walsh (Bolton, est. 1961): The sole remaining primary athletic footwear manufacturer in Britain, famous for retro 1960s and 1970s running, fell-running, and Olympic heritage silhouettes like the Ensign and Concorde.
- Gola (Rawtenstall, est. 1905): One of the UK's oldest and most iconic sportswear brands, renowned for classic football and tennis trainer silhouettes like the flagship Harrier.
- Crown Northampton (Northampton, est. 1908): Specializes in ultra-clean, minimalist luxury leather and suede trainers that are handmade and re-soleable.
- Goral (Sheffield, est. 1936): Known for hand-crafted, high-grade leather and suede sneakers that feature full re-soleable construction and a lifetime guarantee.
- Tricker's (Northampton, est. 1829): Northampton's oldest shoemaker, building heavy-duty, institutional-grade leather trainers (such as the Borton ) using full-grain English tannery leather designed to last for decades.
- Grenson (Rushden, est. 1866): Traditional Northampton shoemaker offering 1970s-inspired luxury casuals like the Sneaker 51 line.
- Duke + Dexter (London, est. 2015): Contemporary London-based label offering small-batch, lightweight, and fashion-forward handmade footwear.
- Stepney Workers Club (London, est. 2018): Inspired by traditional East London workers' sports clubs, known for vulcanized-sole canvas and leather deconstructed sneakers.
- LANX (Clitheroe, est. 2018): Crafts proper full-grain bovine and Charles F. Stead suede casual sneakers with side-wall stitched cupsoles.
- Good News (London, est. 2016): Focuses on retro-chunkier vulcanized and eco-conscious casual sneakers using recycled and sustainable materials.
If you share your budget and whether you are looking for retro athletic styles or minimalist leather dress-trainers, I can recommend the exact brand and model for you.
ChatGPT
The question asked
Best independent shoe brands UK
From the recorded answer
Walsh - a particularly interesting choice for trainers. Founded in Bolton, and historically associated with British-made running and fell-running footwear. Make it British …
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Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 20 September 2026
If by independent UK shoe brands you mean smaller/family-owned British makers rather than the big high-street names, these are the ones I'd look at:
- Crown Northampton - excellent understated sneakers and casual shoes; genuinely made in Northampton with a strong focus on craftsmanship. Crown Northampton British GQ
- Tricker's - heritage boots, brogues and country shoes. Family-run and making shoes in Northampton since 1829; particularly good if you want something built to be resoled and worn for years. FashionBeans R E Tricker Ltd
- Sanders - Northampton-made traditional shoes with a slightly more accessible price point than Tricker's. Particularly good for Derbies, brogues and smart-casual footwear. My WordPress
- Solovair - excellent if you like chunky boots/Derbies. Made by NPS Shoes in Northamptonshire, with the company having a long history of British production. Make it British Make it British
- Walsh - a particularly interesting choice for trainers. Founded in Bolton, and historically associated with British-made running and fell-running footwear. Make it British
- LANX - modern British-made footwear with a more contemporary aesthetic; its Didsbury sneakers are a good example.
- Jeffery West - much more distinctive: gothic/rock-inspired brogues, boots and dress shoes rather than conservative Northampton classics. Make it British
- Draper of Glastonbury - worth considering for sheepskin footwear and slippers; a family-owned manufacturer based in Somerset. Make it British
One caveat: “British brand” doesn't necessarily mean every shoe is made in Britain. Some companies have different production locations across their ranges, so I'd check the specific model rather than relying on the brand name. Ape to Gentleman
If you tell me your budget (£100 / £200 / £300+) and whether you're after trainers, boots, loafers or everyday shoes, I can narrow this to 5 particularly good options.
Perplexity
The question asked
Best shoe brands UK
From the recorded answer
Best British-made sneakers: Oliver Cabell, Crown Northampton or Walsh - stylish homegrown alternatives, with Walsh particularly known for British-made trainers.
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Recorded answer text · Perplexity · 4 October 2026
The best shoe brands in the UK depend on your needs, but these are strong choices:
- Best everyday comfort: Clarks - dependable casual shoes, loafers and walking styles; one of Britain's oldest shoe brands, founded in 1825.
- Best premium heritage: Crockett & Jones - exceptionally well-made Goodyear-welted dress shoes and boots.
- Best rugged boots: Tricker's - durable, traditional footwear with a strong Northamptonshire shoemaking heritage.
- Best luxury dress shoes: Edward Green or John Lobb - high-end English craftsmanship and formal styles.
- Best modern British style: Grenson - distinctive shoes and boots, with British production heritage dating back to 1866.
- Best affordable fashion: Vagabond - stylish, versatile shoes suitable for everyday wear.
- Best trainers: New Balance, Adidas, Nike, Salomon or Reebok - good options for walking, sport and casual outfits.
- Best British-made sneakers: Oliver Cabell, Crown Northampton or Walsh - stylish homegrown alternatives, with Walsh particularly known for British-made trainers.
Best overall shortlist: Clarks for value and comfort, Tricker's for boots, Crockett & Jones for dress shoes, Grenson for heritage style, and Salomon for practical trainers.
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In the Found by Flux AI Visibility Index, Walsh ranks #24 among 39 tracked brands for Footwear · United Kingdom (21 August 2026 – 18 October 2026). Its visibility is 0.9%. It was named in 42 of 4,496 AI answers across 7 of 150 tracked questions, averaging position 2.4 when mentioned.
Source: Found by Flux · ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Visibility measures mentions in this sample, not sales or recommendation quality.
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What is this brand’s AI Visibility Score?
Found by Flux records 0.9% AI visibility for Walsh in Footwear · United Kingdom, measured over 21 August 2026 – 18 October 2026. It ranks #24 among 39 tracked brands.
How often does AI mention this brand?
Walsh was named in 42 of 4,496 collected AI answers, across 7 of 150 tracked questions, for Footwear · United Kingdom (21 August 2026 – 18 October 2026). A mention can include a comparison or qualification; it is not necessarily a recommendation.
How is the AI Visibility Score calculated?
Found divides the number of collected answers naming Walsh by all 4,496 answers in the published Footwear · United Kingdom sample, then multiplies by 100. The same question set is used across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. See the Found methodology for the scope and limitations.
