The Equine Shed

The Equine Shed: equestrian equipment for horse and rider

The Equine Shed is an online retailer of equestrian goods that began trading in early 2021, initially with a small selection of rugs. According to the company's own account, the range has expanded steadily since then, and the shop now positions itself as a source for both budget lines and higher-end brands.

Horse care and grooming

The grooming section covers bags and boxes, grooming equipment, hoof care, mane and tail shampoos and conditioners, show preparation, brushes and combs, and clipping. Horse care products extend to first aid and healthcare, hoof application, coat and skin care, coat preparation and repellents.

Rugs, boots and horsewear

Rugs form a substantial part of the catalogue, divided into turnout rugs, stable rugs, coolers and fleeces, exercise sheets, fly sheets, hoods and vests, pony under rugs and liners, plus rug accessories. The boot range includes exercise and brushing boots, over reach boots, medical and therapy boots, knee and hock boots, tendon and fetlock boots, stable and turnout boots and travel boots. Under horsewear the shop lists headcollars, halters and ropes, bandages, ear nets and fly veils, muzzles and tail guards.

Tack and riderwear

Tack items include bridles, browbands, leather care products, reins, spurs and saddlecloths, pads and numnahs, alongside a training category. For riders, the shop stocks clothing such as tops and shirts, coats and jackets, jumpers and fleeces, gilets, underlayers and trousers, as well as chaps and gaiters. Footwear is grouped into country boots, jodhpur and paddock boots, riding boots and wellington boots, with socks and boot accessories. Accessories cover bags, belts, gloves, hat covers, hats and scarves, and other items, while ridingwear includes riding hats, body protectors, base layers, jodhpurs and breeches, riding tights, high visibility clothing and competition wear such as gloves, jackets, shirts, accessories and hair nets.

Yard, stable and other animals

For yards and stables the retailer lists arena fencing, tack room equipment, trailer ties and bungees, haynets, buckets and mangers, and toys and holders. A pets section covers dogs with coats and rugs, collars and leads, and beds and blankets. Gifts are organised into all gifts, gift vouchers and gift hampers.

Brands and featured offers

The brand list published on the site is extensive and includes Agrihealth, Amphora, Aniwell, Battles, Canine & Co, Coldstream, Dublin, Elico, E.L.T, Equestrian King Essentials, Ezee Groom, Fenceman, Gallop, Gold Label, Harlequin, Hatchwell, Highland Horse Sweets, Himalayan, HKM, Hotline, Hydestyle.London, Hy, H2go, John Whitaker, Jump, Leovet, Likit, Lincoln, Lister, Liveryman Windsor, Mackey's Magic Brush, Mark Todd, Maxima, NAF, Pawshtails, Perry Trade, Rhinegold, Silvermoor, Stock Shop, StormX, Stud Muffin, Supreme, Thelwell, Tubtrug, USG, Wahl, Waldhausen and Weatherbeeta, among others. A featured sale section at the time of writing showed discounted rugs and accessories, including a Whitaker Southbank 200g detachable neck turnout rug in sizes 4'9 to 7'0 reduced from £99.95 to £69.99, ComFiTec Plus Dynamic turnout rugs in 0g no fill, a Red Gorilla Tub in 38 litres, Rhinegold Sorbet fleece rugs, Gallop jersey cooler rugs in several colours, a Gorilla Ragwort fork and Stud Muffins.

Delivery and background

The shop advertises free delivery on orders over £70. Its stated aim is to cover needs ranging from budget ranges to top-of-the-line brands. The founder describes a lifelong involvement with horses, a daughter who competes at British Dressage and is currently at PSG level with plans to move up to Inter 1, and five horses kept at home.