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Horse Buying Guides

13/04/2026

Choosing the Best Fly Masks for Horses with UV Protection

Since 1988, our team at the Oakfield superstore in Lancashire has tested these products on our own horses and supported the equestrian community for over 35 years. As the days get longer and the sun gets stronger, we know that protecting your horse from more than just pesky flies becomes a top priority. Below is our comprehensive guide to fly masks for horses with UV protection, designed to help you navigate the best options for your horse’s health and comfort this season. TL;DR: Quick Guide to UV Fly Masks Content... Read More

A young woman with a brown bob haircut, wearing a sleeveless pink top and black breeches, walks next to a dark brown horse. The horse wears a pink fly hood, saddle pad, and leg wraps. They are walking down a sunlit gravel path lined with trees, with a building in the background. 25/02/2026

LeMieux Colour Collection

LeMieux’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection has arrived at Oakfield Saddlery, and it is a breath of fresh air for your riding wardrobe. Known for blending technical performance with high-fashion aesthetics, LeMieux continues to lead the equestrian style market. Soft pastels, earthy neutrals, and vibrant botanical tones, perfect for the brighter days ahead, inspire this season’s palette. Ready to refresh your riding wardrobe? Shop the full LeMieux Spring Summer 2026 Collection at Oakfield or scroll down to discover this season’s stunning new shades. Contents What are the new LeMieux Spring/Summer 2026 colours?When... Read More

19/12/2025

Turnout Rugs vs. Stable Rugs: The Ultimate Guide for Horse Owners

You’ve reached a pivotal moment in horse ownership: understanding the essential difference between turnout rugs and stable rugs. To the untrained eye, they both look like “horse coats,” and it’s easy to wonder, “Can’t I just buy one for everything?” However, the materials and design of these two rug types are fundamentally different. Choosing the wrong one isn’t just a waste of money; it can seriously impact your horse’s comfort, health, and hygiene. The purpose of this guide is to eliminate confusion. We’ll break down the key differences using objective... Read More

21/07/2025

Summer Horse Riding Clothes: Mastering Unpredictable Spring Weather in the Saddle

There is nothing quite like the first few rides of spring. After a long winter of muddy rugs and riding in the dark, the sight of greening hedgerows and longer days is a welcome relief. However, as every UK rider knows, spring weather is notoriously fickle. You can set off in glorious sunshine and return ten minutes later in a biting wind or a sudden April shower. At Oakfield Saddlery, we’ve been helping the equestrian community navigate the seasons by testing products on our own horses since 1988. Whether you... Read More

Horse 10/10/2022

The New Horse Checklist – How to Introduce a New Horse to Your Yard

If you are introducing a new horse to your yard, it is vital that you are properly prepared. You must get organised because if you fail to make the correct arrangements and do not check and isolate the horse, the result could be the outbreak of disease and a great deal of heartache. Here’s our guide to successfully integrating a new horse into your yard.

05/06/2017

Caution… Fake Horses For Sale!

Whilst the internet has enhanced our lives in any number of ways, it also leaves us more vulnerable than ever to scams. A fabulous resource is being exploited by unscrupulous people and no aspect of online activity is immune from fraudsters including, unfortunately, the sale of livestock. Highly regarded breeder Dawn Janciauskas was recently shocked to discover that the videos she has produced to showcase her horses were being used to create fake sales advertisements.