Business Details
Military Surplus Clothing & Gear in East Kent
Golding Surplus is a family-run military surplus business established over 35 years ago by Paul and Melanie Golding. We operate two town centre stores in East Kent - Canterbury and Herne Bay - and offer both online and in-store shopping experiences. Our inventory primarily consists of authentic used military surplus items and high-quality new products sourced directly from military suppliers. With decades of experience, we pride ourselves on providing genuine, durable goods while maintaining a loyal customer base that spans generations.Our commitment to quality ensures that all new manufactured items meet the same robust standards as our surplus stock. We actively assist customers in sourcing specific items not listed online and maintain a strong presence at major British festivals and shows. Our working hours are designed to accommodate both casual browsers and dedicated collectors, with extended availability during peak seasons.
Services
Military Clothing
Footwear
Tactical Gear
Headwear
Bushcraft Equipment
Bags & Backpacks
Dog Tags
Children's Gear
Belts & Gloves
Accessories
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in authentic military surplus.
- Our stores in Canterbury and Herne Bay provide local accessibility.
- We stock both used military surplus and high-quality new items.
- We have a loyal customer base spanning generations.
- We assist customers in finding specific items not listed online.
Services
Military Clothing
We offer a comprehensive range of military surplus clothing including jackets, trousers, and thermal wear. Our inventory combines authentic used items with new stock sourced directly from military suppliers. Each piece maintains historical accuracy while ensuring practical durability for modern use.
Tactical Gear
Our tactical section features ammunition pouches, assault vests, and utility kits designed for outdoor enthusiasts and collectors. All items are genuine military surplus or high-quality replicas that meet rigorous field requirements while maintaining historical authenticity.
Bushcraft Equipment
We provide essential bushcraft tools including survival knives, mess tins, and waterproof notebooks. These items combine traditional military design with modern functionality for camping, hiking, and wilderness survival scenarios.
Footwear
Our footwear selection includes steel-toe cap boots and vintage military footwear sourced from global surplus stocks. Each pair offers proven durability and comfort for both historical reenactments and practical outdoor use.
Personalised Dog Tags
We create customised dog tags using US Army imprinting equipment. Customers can personalise stainless steel tags with up to five lines of text, ensuring precise military-style identification for collectors and service personnel.
People
Paul Golding
Founder
Paul established Golding Surplus over 35 years ago, starting with a market stall selling surplus goods. He expanded to physical stores in Canterbury and Herne Bay, building a reputation for authentic military stock.
Melanie Golding
Co-Owner
Melanie joined Paul through their shared market stall venture, co-founding the Canterbury store over 30 years ago. She contributes to sourcing unique surplus items and managing customer relations.
Questions
What types of military surplus items do you stock?
We offer authentic military clothing, footwear, tactical gear, and accessories sourced from global surplus stocks, including both used and new items.
Can I try items in-store before purchasing online?
Yes, all website items can be tried in our Canterbury or Herne Bay stores for proper fit assessment.
Do you provide customisation services?
We offer personalised dog tag engraving using military-grade imprinting equipment for up to five lines of text.
How long have you operated in East Kent?
We've maintained physical stores in East Kent for over 30 years, with our Canterbury location established in the late 1980s.
Can you help source specific military items?
Yes, we assist customers in locating specific surplus items not currently listed on our website or in-store inventory.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards and cash payments in-store, with online payment options detailed during checkout.
Reviews (6)
Dina Watkins
Sep 17, 2021
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Excellent store ,Bargain prices ,lots of care and help from shop assistant. Lots of cool items there
Paul Boodle
Aug 08, 2021
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Always friendly, always helpful, I always spend to much in there because it's full of good stuff! Never had a problem with anything, highly recommend
Piers Belsom
Jun 10, 2021
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Always fantastic service....the owners are, and always have been awesome. Nothing is to much trouble....
Dave O'Brien
Jun 06, 2021
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I've always like this place, they have a range of army and navy surplus which would suit anyone from campers onwards. Prices are fair and I have bought several items from here over the years. Recommended.
Skinz
Dec 09, 2020
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Full to the brim with stock and staffed by friendly and willing people, this shop in Herne bay is a great place to visit as is the sister shop in Canterbury. I get all my fishing clothing from here and I save a good deal of money in doing so. Well worth a visit.
Nicola Fitzgerald
Nov 08, 2019
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Was very pleased with experience here. Lady in the shop was very helpful (was a bit worried thinking it would be a "man's shop"!) But got exactly what I was looking for. For a very reasonable price. Will be going back for more camouflage clothing...
