Paddock & Turnout: Firm Ground and Secure Boundaries for Your Horse

Paddock & Turnout: Mud Free All Year Round

Paddock & Turnout give your horse exercise in the fresh air, even when the field needs a rest. What matters is surfaced ground that does not turn into a mud bath when it rains, and a sturdy boundary. With us you will find paddock grids, paddock mats, hot dip galvanised panels and gate elements with connectors, as well as complete paddock sets that are quick to put up wherever you need them.

The ground makes the difference

Horses' hooves quickly churn up open ground, especially around the water trough, hay rack and gateway. Paddock grids made of plastic are laid on a base layer and filled with sand or gravel. They stabilise the ground, let rainwater drain away and stop your horse from standing in mud. Rubber paddock mats are ideal for heavily used areas and are easy to poo pick. Dry ground is important for healthy hooves and helps prevent mud fever.

Securely fenced off

For permanent paddocks and turnout areas, tubular systems with panels and gate elements made of hot dip galvanised steel offer a lasting solution. Corner, cross and tube connectors plus ground fixings make assembly flexible, so you can adapt the turnout area to your land. If it needs to be mobile, for example for shows or long distance rides, light fencing systems and electric paddock sets are the practical alternative.

Frequently asked questions

How big should a paddock for one horse be?
The paddock should be large enough for your horse to move freely, turn round and roll. The bigger the area, the more your horse will move. For several horses, plan considerably more space so that lower ranking animals can get out of the way.

What is the best filling for paddock grids?
Washed sand or fine gravel have proven themselves, because water drains away well and the ground stays firm underfoot. The grids sit on a compacted, permeable base layer. How thick the layers need to be depends on the ground and the load.

Paddock mats or paddock grids: which is better?
Grids are ideal for larger areas, because once filled with sand they form a natural, permeable surface. Mats are especially practical in heavily used spots such as the feeding area or gateway, and they are easy to keep clean. A combination of both is often worthwhile.