The best winter fishing waterproofs

The Daiwa Matchman Two-Piece Suit features a fully waterproof jacket and bib ‘n’ brace set with sealed seams and a 5K rating. Both items are fully lined with a two-way zip, with Velcro and stud fastening storm flaps.

The bib ‘n’ brace boasts elasticated adjustable braces and elasticated waist and front pockets, while the jacket has a detachable hood with Velcro closure and adjustable draw cord, inner zipped pocket and adjustable Velcro cuffs.

If you’re on a tight budget, this exceptional value set is well worth taking a look at.

The Imax Oceanic Thermo Suit is a two piece suit, compromising of a fully waterproof (8000mm) jacket in a stylish red and black finish and a fully waterproof bib 'n' brace. The garments are fleece lined to help retain heat even on freezing cold days, especially useful for those anglers that brave the beach in winter.

All pockets are zip and fleece lined for comfort and safe keeping of belongings, the zips are heavy duty too and corrosion resistant to prevent them being destroyed by water. An unbelievably warm and comfortable suit for an even better price!

Boasting a 5K waterproof and 3K breathability rating, the Daiwa Winter Carp Suit is a newly modernised two-piece suit, which has thick fibre insulation and magnetic closures on the bib ‘n’ brace pockets.

Retaining the discreet look whilst keeping you warm for hours on end at the water’s edge – essential for the dedicated specimen angler.

Tailor-made Halkon Hunt Custom Gore-Tex clothing incorporates premium-quality three-layer Gore-Tex fabric to construct their waterproofs, specifically designed for the rigours of top level angling and the most demanding of weather. Choose from two different cuts of jacket, bid ‘n’ brace or overtrousers, all available in off the peg sizes or made to measure in any colour scheme, and embroidered with your name, club and team if required.

Simply the best you can buy. Not only is it incredibly comfortable, designed specifically for anglers by a company with 30 years’ experience, but the durability is immense, with anglers fishing twice a week often finding that a suit will last 10-15 years or more. Halkon Hunt’s exceptional after-sales service also offers alterations and repairs, available along with a two-year warranty.

The Matrix Tri-Layer 25k Clothing gives you a choice of jacket, salopettes and overtrousers made in durable triple layer PU coated reinforced nylon outer fabric, with a 25,000mm water resistance. Fully taped seams, reinforced high-abrasion resistant knee and seat panels, along with waterproof YKK zips, ankle straps and part elasticated waist, all make for a comfortable and durable suit for all seasons.

Smart coloured thin and lightweight material, with loads of Velcro and elasticated adjusters, make these really comfortable to wear. Neoprene cuffs help stop water running up your arms when shipping and casting. A great all-round set of clothing.

Thick and padded, this two-piece Matrix Winter Suit has additional fleece lining in key areas in the hood, collar, pockets, waist and knees. Neoprene cuffs with thumb holes prevent drafts and water ingress.

The additional fleece ensures that not only is this suit warm, but it feels snug and comfortable too.

This new lightweight, 15K Preston DF Hydrotech Suit is designed to allow for layering and keep you dry in all seasons. The jacket has a high neck, a waterproof hood with stiffened peak, neoprene cuffs with thumb holes, and three large external pockets. The bib ‘n’ brace has a reinforced knee and seat area, waterproof zips with storm flaps and pullers, wide opening ankle areas and adjustable shoulder straps.

Smart and functional at a pleasing price, with a comfortable feel allowing unrestricted movement. It doesn’t have the waterproof rating of expensive suits, but is more than adequate for most.

To tackle the coldest of days, this two-piece Preston Innovations Celcius Suit set has a Hollofil lining which traps air pockets, ensuring minimal heat loss while still maintaining the durability and flexibility required by anglers.

Thick and warm, this great suit offers a cost-effective solution to keeping clean, warm and dry.

The Middy MX-800 Pro Limited Edition clothing set offers superb value for money. Waterproof and breathable with a 5,000mm rating, this clothing set comes with a cosy fleece lining, Velcro storm cuffs and ankle fasteners, along with elasticated adjusters on the waist and hood.

The bundle itself includes a huge six-pieces of clothing for around £160 in some shops. The quality isn’t bad for the money either, and it will keep you both warm and dry in all but the worst of conditions.

A resilient and hard-wearing set, the Korum Neoteric Waterproofs are designed to withstand the rigours of walking long distances, accessing difficult swims and stalking big fish. Incredibly lightweight, these waterproofs pack down easily to fit into a bag. The jacket features an all-encompassing adjustable hood system, Velcro cuffs, side pockets and a handy phone sized breast pocket, while the trousers include a click-lock buckle belt and hand sized pockets with storm flaps.

Light and comfortable, preventing you from feeling bogged down on the bank, and kind on the wallet. A great set to carry with you to guard against that unexpected storm or to wear all day long on those damp and drizzly days.

A classy addition for match anglers are the Maver MV-R 25 Waterproofs. Made from heavy-duty waterproof material, with discreet contrasting colours. The items feature Modest MV-R branding, storm cuffs, storm hood, high neck protection, rubber zip pullers, taped seams, Velcro fasteners and drawstring waist, along with storm flap protected external pockets.

A generously proportioned set that leaves plenty of room to move and for extra layers. The longer-designed jacket is ideal for taller anglers, and the grey and black colouring with green trims is striking yet not too ‘in your face’. Reinforced areas and quality construction mean these waterproofs should stand several seasons of heavy use, longer for occasional anglers.

With an impressive 25K waterproofing and 10K breathability, the Drennan 25K Quilted Thermals combine protection from the rain and the cold, and they do it really well. The clothing is made with ripstop fabric and features neoprene cuffs, handwarmer pockets and several internal pockets furnish these high-end winter garments.

The highest-quality materials and a host of features make this arguably the best dedicated winter suit out there.

The Trakker CR 3 Piece Winter suit is arguably the best carp suit out there for the money, a 3 piece suit compromising of a fleece liner, jacket and bib 'n' brace for less than £150 is value in any angler's book. You might be thinking its cheap, it will be poor quality but that couldn't be further from the truth, the suit is incredibly well made and very well insulated, there is no wonder its one of the best selling suits out there.

When you have all the layers on and zipped up, you will be lovely and warm, and thanks to the insulation, adjustable cuffs and waist you can lock the heat in to remain warm. The suit benefits from taped seams and has a rating of 5000mm, whilst that won't keep you dry in torrential rain, it will offer protection in showers and you can retreat to the bivvy for the more adverse weather.