Paddock Grids: Firm Ground for Paddocks, Arenas and Turnout Areas
Paddock grids turn soft ground into a load-bearing, permeable surface. Stabilise your paddock, arena or chicken run with sturdy plastic grids.
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Riding arena grid / paddock grid ECO 50x50x5 cm
Content: 0.25 Square metre (€14.68 / 1 Square metre)
Regular price: From €3.67
Riding Arena & Paddock Plate 50 x 50 x 5.3 cm
Content: 0.25 Square metre (€30.80 / 1 Square metre)
Regular price: From €7.70
EkoGrid EG40 Paddock Grid Riding Arena Grid 50 x 50 x 4 cm
Content: 0.25 Square metre (€18.64 / 1 Square metre)
Regular price: From €4.66
Paddock Grids: An End to Mud
Plastic paddock grids and paddock panels stabilise the ground wherever horses, vehicles or chickens would otherwise churn it up. The cells are filled with sand, grit or wood chips and spread the load over a large area. Rainwater drains through the grids instead of forming puddles. The result is a mud-free paddock that stays firm underfoot even after long spells of rain.
Laying Paddock Grids: With or Without a Sub-Base
On firm, level ground, many paddock grids can be laid without a sub-base, such as the ECO arena grid made from 100 % recycled plastic. On soft or clay ground, a base layer of hardcore is worthwhile so that water drains away well. The paddock panels are clipped together and then filled. Whether you add a top layer of sand or wood chips depends on how the area is used: in an arena it is standard, while in turnout areas the filled grid is often enough.
Load Capacity and Uses
The EkoGrid EG40 measuring 50 x 50 x 4 cm weighs just 1.5 kg, has a very high load capacity and is frost-resistant. The arena and paddock panel made from recycled PVC carries up to 25 t, making it suitable for access routes and areas that are driven over. For smaller areas such as paths, chicken runs or garden spaces, the 30.2 x 30.2 cm grass grid is easy to handle. With all paddock grids the ground stays permeable, and your animals stand dry.
Frequently asked questions
How deep does the sub-base for paddock grids need to be?
That depends on the ground. On firm, sandy soil a thin levelling layer is enough, while on clay or wet soil 15 to 20 cm of compacted hardcore is common. The better the water can drain away underneath, the longer the paddock stays firm.
What is the best infill for paddock grids?
Washed sand, fine grit or wood chips have proven themselves. Sand and grit are permeable and stay stable, while wood chips are softer but need topping up more often. Clay-rich material holds water and is therefore unsuitable.
Are paddock grids suitable for a chicken run?
Yes, they stop the run from turning into a mud patch. Filled with sand or grit, the ground stays dry and droppings are easier to remove. Your chickens can keep scratching without churning up the ground.
Paddock Grids for Paddock, Arena and Turnout
If you want to surface a paddock permanently, paddock grids are hard to beat. The sturdy plastic grids spread the weight of horses, tractors or wheelbarrows and stop the ground from giving way when wet. At the same time, the surface stays open to rainwater, so no puddles are left standing. Filled with sand, grit or wood chips, they create a firm, natural surface that horses enjoy walking on. In the arena, paddock grids provide an even, load-bearing layer beneath the riding surface. Chicken runs, paths and access routes can also be surfaced permanently in this way. Many grids and panels are made from recycled plastic and can be laid yourself with very few tools. That gives you a paddock that stays firm and dry underfoot all year round.