Friday 28th March, 2025
Everyone who owns a horse knows just how important it is to have a good quality horse stable. The equestrian community continues to grow despite challenges, such as the pandemic and cost of living crisis, and therefore investing in a good quality stable can help horse owners to save money in the long run and keep their horse happy and safe. This blog will help provide you with a better understanding of how much a horse stable costs and the importance of investing in a good quality horse stable.
When it comes to looking into the cost of building horse stables, there are various factors that will affect the horse stable prices. We’ll break these down so you can get a better understanding of how you can customise your horse stable with Vale Stables depending on your requirements and budget.
When it comes to building a horse stable, you will need to ensure you have enough land to construct the stable on. Land prices can vary depending on location, therefore it is important to factor this into the cost of building horse stables.
Another factor that can impact horse stable cost is the size of the stables. Whether you just need a stable for one horse or 6, the larger the stable, the more it will cost because of the increased amount of materials and labour time to build it.
Another influential factor is the types of materials used and the extras that you choose to add on such as insulation, flooring choices and roofing materials. This can impact the overall cost of horse stables.
Lastly, one of the most important factors that will affect the price of your horse stables is the type of horse stable you choose. We provide various types of stables to suit your specific needs and budgets.
At Vale Stables, we provide a range of stable options including internal stables, timber stables, mobile field shelters and steel shelters. We’ll break down the costs associated with each type of stable.
The cost of our internal stables varies based on the chosen material (softwood, hardwood, or plastic) and size. For example, a 12-foot front panel with a lower door costs £610 in softwood, £795 in hardwood, and £685 in plastic, while a 10-foot partition with 4′ timber and 3’6″ grill is priced at £480 for softwood, £720 for hardwood, and £540 for plastic.
Additional features like sliding doors, top grills, hayracks, and tack room doors are available at separate costs, with a sliding door (anti-weave or full grill) adding £180 to the base price. All of our prices include VAT.
Our base timber stable unit prices range from a 10’x10′ at £1700 to a 12’x48′ at £7240, with mobile options available for an additional cost using full steel skids. For instance, a 12’x12′ stable is priced at £1990, with a £270 addition for mobile skids.
Additional features such as clear roof sheets (£30), guttering (£65 per 3.6m), Perspex windows (£120), and various door options like top doors (£150) or bottom doors (£170) are available, each adding to the base price.
Kickboard options, in lieu of ½ height OSB, range from £95 for 18mm OSB at 4/12 height to £225 for 12mm ply at full height per 12′ section. Tack rooms and hay barns are also offered, with a 6’x12′ tack room costing £1535 and a 12’x12′ open hay barn at £1637, both of which can be made mobile.
The base mobile field shelter unit prices range from a 10’x10′ at £1360 to a 12’x36′ at £4950, with mobility added via full steel skids at an additional cost. For example, a 12’x12′ shelter is priced at £1750, with a £270 addition for mobile skids.
Additional features such as roof lights (£30), guttering (£65 per 12′), chew strip door surrounds (£60), and various gate and door options are available, each adding to the base price.
Kickboard options, in lieu of OSB or ply lining, range from £95 for 18mm OSB at 4′ height to £225 for 12mm ply at full height per box. Tack rooms are also offered, with a 6’x12′ tack room costing £1535 and an 8’x12′ tack room at £1695, both of which can be made mobile for an additional £125.
The base steel shelter unit prices range from a 10’x12′ at £3340 to a 12’x24′ at £6780. For example, a 12’x12′ shelter is priced at £3740. A stable kit per door is offered at £395.
Additional features such as anchors (£65), roof lights (£25), guttering (£65 per 12′), a bolt-down kit for concrete (£40), metal gates (6ft at £125, 8ft at £200), and double doors (£650) are available, each adding to the base price.
As well as the cost of building horse stables, it is important to consider the additional ongoing costs of a horse stable. It is important to ensure your horse stables are well maintained and cleaned for long term upkeep of the structure and equipment. Consider costs such as utilities, water, electricity and heating and cooling systems as well as insurance costs for the stable and its contents. Lastly, staffing costs such as groomers, caretakers or stable managers all contribute to the overall horse stable price.
So, now you know how much a horse stable costs, it is important to evaluate both the upfront costs and ongoing expenses before making your investment. Our team can help put together a customised horse stable quote working to your specific requirements and budget. Get in touch with our team for more information and advice on our stables.
