Best Fleece Jackets UK 2026: Weird Fish, Berghaus, Columbia and Teddy Fleeces Compared
A fleece is the layer most people wear from October to April: warm, light and quick to dry. They differ in fabric (grid, bonded, polar or teddy), zip (half or full) and fit. This guide compares fleeces from Weird Fish, EMP and the outdoor brands at M&S, with today's prices.
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Quick comparison
| Fleece | Shop | Style | Price today |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weird Fish Newark 1/4 Zip Grid Fleece | Weird Fish | Men's quarter zip, grid fleece | £33.00 |
| Weird Fish Lockie Full Zip Bonded Fleece Hoodie | Weird Fish | Men's full zip hoodie, bonded | £51.00 |
| Brandit Teddy Fleece Jacket | EMP | Men's teddy fleece | £54.99 |
| Urban Classics Ladies Polar Fleece Zip Hoodie | EMP | Women's polar fleece hoodie | £29.99 |
| Berghaus Prism Half Zip Fleece | M&S | Outdoor half zip | £67.00 |
| Columbia Steens Mountain 2.0 Fleece Jacket | M&S | Outdoor full zip | £50.00 |
Which kind of fleece?
- Grid fleece has a waffle-like pattern that traps warm air while staying light; Weird Fish says its Newark's geometric weave holds onto the heat.
- Bonded fleece joins a smooth or textured outer to a brushed inner for a warmer, more jacket-like layer.
- Teddy or borg fleece is thick and fluffy for maximum cosiness.
- Half or quarter zip pulls on over a T-shirt; full zip is easier to open up when you warm up.
Best men's fleeces: Weird Fish and Brandit
- Weird Fish Newark 1/4 Zip Grid Fleece: a pullover that uses geometric shaping in the weave to hold onto heat, in a range of colours, each with a contrasting inner neck.
- Weird Fish Lockie Full Zip Bonded Fleece Hoodie: a textured outer and thick brushed inner, a hood with drawcord toggles and zipped hand pockets.
- Brandit Teddy Fleece Jacket (EMP): a cosy fleece lining, two zipped side pockets, a zipped chest pocket and a high-closing zip.
Best women's fleeces
- Urban Classics Ladies Polar Fleece Zip Hoodie (EMP): a hood, thumb holes, two zipped side pockets, a high-closing zip and a back slightly longer than the front.
- Brandit Ladies' Hooded Fleece Jacket (EMP).
Outdoor fleeces: Berghaus, Columbia, Jack Wolfskin and Regatta at M&S
- Berghaus Prism Half Zip: M&S describes it as lightweight yet warm, with a durable fabric that keeps its soft feel wash after wash.
- Columbia Steens Mountain 2.0: a regular fit, zip-through front, snug funnel neck, zipped side pockets and hem toggles to keep warmth in.
- Jack Wolfskin High Curl High Neck Fleece Jacket.
- Regatta Garrian II Funnel Neck Zip Up Fleece.
Codes and deals
Check the codes box at the top of this guide before you buy: it lists the codes and deals live today at Weird Fish, EMP and M&S. A sitewide code takes money off everything in this guide from that shop; some codes only work on certain products or above a minimum spend, and the shop's checkout shows the final price.
FAQs
What is the warmest type of fleece?
Thicker fleeces such as teddy (borg) or bonded fleeces are the warmest; grid fleeces are lighter and trap warm air in their pattern, which makes them good for active wear and layering.
Half zip or full zip fleece?
A half or quarter zip pulls over your head and keeps wind off your neck; a full zip is easier to put on and open up when you get warm.
What is the best men's fleece in the UK?
For everyday wear, Weird Fish's Newark quarter zip grid fleece; for outdoor walks, Berghaus's Prism half zip or Columbia's Steens Mountain 2.0 at M&S.
What is a good women's fleece jacket?
Urban Classics' Ladies Polar Fleece Zip Hoodie at EMP has a hood and thumb holes; Brandit's Ladies' Hooded Fleece Jacket is another option.
How we checked this guide
Every product fact in this guide comes from the brand's own product description, checked on 20 October 2026, and Weird Fish's, EMP's and M&S's product pages (fabric, zips, pockets, fit). Prices are read on each store's own product page every night; the store's checkout shows the final price. We haven't tested these products ourselves, so we don't rate them: we compare what each brand says it does.
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Sources: weirdfish.co.uk/p/men/i/newark-eco-14-zip-grid-fleece-navy-19102 · weirdfish.co.uk/p/men/i/lockie-full-zip-bonded-fleece-hoodie-coffee-19031 · emp.co.uk/p/Teddy-Fleece-Jacket/399265.html · emp.co.uk/p/Ladies-Polar-Fleece-Zip-Hoodie/356126.html · emp.co.uk/p/Ladies'-Hooded-Fleece-Jacket/495826.html · marksandspencer.com/prism-half-zip-breathable-outdoor-fleece/p/clp23096670 · marksandspencer.com/steens-mountain-2-0-zip-up-fleece-jacket/p/clp23088807 · marksandspencer.com/high-curl-high-neck-fleece-jacket/p/clp23082744 · marksandspencer.com/garrian-ii-funnel-neck-zip-up-fleece/p/clp22598708
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