Mansfield outdoor clothing specialists W. Slack & Sons used their expertise to help a participant taking part in filming the next instalment of the Bear Grylls programme, The Island.

The town centre business, on Rosemary Street, supplied a rare pair of military-grade boots that were designed for wearing in jungle environments.

The participant needed a pair that did not have a waterproof membrane but would drain moisture, such as sweat.

He could not source the pair of boots he wanted anywhere in the UK or Europe — until he turned to W. Slack & Sons.

Proprietor John Slack said: “The participant needed a specific pair of boots that are designed to drain moisture, as trench foot can become a reality in a jungle environment.

“A relative of his had heard of us and got in touch. Using our contacts, we were able to source the boots from a shoemaker in Germany and get them sent to us.”

W. Slack and Sons has been supplying outdoor clothing for hot or cold climates for many decades, and can number celebrities among its customers.

Sue Rogers, from Mansfield BID, said: “W Slack and Sons is a great independent business that Mansfield can be really proud of.”