Midge Head Net - "The Stopper"

In high midgie season with clouds of midges, extra protection is needed and you're best wearing a midge head net. We tried many midge nets, (and were pleased to have them!), but we found many insect nets were uncomfortable, had poor visibility, were mosquito nets with mesh too coarse to stop midges, or allowed midges to crawl up under the puckered elastic at the bottom of the midge hood. Some nets were so big they folded over the eyes and obscured vision. After research and much head scratching (not just from the midgie!), we designed and made our own here in Scotland.

Our midgie head net, also known as a midge hood, has a showerproof breathable microfibre top, and very fine soft mesh material for excellent visibility and comfort. It is shaped in loosely at the neck with elastic, and best of all is our innovative snug-fit collarette, which flexibly drapes itself over or under T-shirt, polo shirt or jacket collar. It is also completely suitable as a mosquito net. Note: our net fits over the head and under, but not over, a hat.

The high Quality lightweight midge net packs in a small resealable grip-seal bag. It is safe to use with Stop Bite, our bog myrtle natural midge repellent, which is a perfect partner for the head net.

After requests from bowlers who dress in whites, we found a suitable clear white netting material. We think black has the best visibility overall, a bit like wearing sunglasses. White has better visibility in the shade, but when light catches it you get a shimmer, or haze as in picture; same for pink, stone, blue and green.

If you already have itchy midgie or other insect bites, try our natural herbal Itch Ease. Use Sting Ease to soothe wasp and bee stings, and refreshing Toots Ease foot spray with rosemary, for hot tired feet.