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Notice of 2026 Shutdown Periods
At WOW Saddles we have set holiday/shutdown periods throughout the year, where all our services stop to allow the team to take their holidays at the same time. This allows for the least disruption to producing saddles which involve all our skilled staff. As notice, here are the dates for our planned closures in 2026. 6-9 April 2026 25-28 May 2026 17-20 August 2026 28-31 December 2026 This is a time when our whole team takes a well-earned rest, so during this period we won’t
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Christmas and New Year Opening Times
Just a little reminder that WOW Saddles HQ will have our last working day on Wednesday 24th December 2025 and will close over the festive period reopening on Monday 5th January 2026. During those times we will not be contactable or be able to process orders or returns. Please note that many of our items are made to order and meaning some orders may not be completed and dispatched until we return. Got any questions? Email sales@wowsaddles.com
Dec 15, 2025


First Thought Equine Wins Prestige Award 2025
First Thought Equine Ltd (FTE) are proud to announce that we have been awarded Equestrian Equipment Retailer of the Year at the 2025...
Sep 22, 2025


Mid-September Shutdown Reminder
Please note we will soon be closing our offices for our mid-September shutdown (12-21 September 2025) and our last working day is Thursday 11th September 2025 and we’ll be back in the office on Monday 22nd September.
Sep 9, 2025
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Inside the workshop [photos]
Every part of a WOW Saddle is made right here in our Kent countryside workshop. On 29 July 2025 we took a little wander around the...
Aug 19, 2025


WOW Saddles Featured in Your Horse Magazine and Horse & Hound This Month
WOW Saddles is proud to be featured in two of the UK’s leading equestrian publications this month: Your Horse and Horse & Hound . Your...
Jul 29, 2025


UK Hosepipe Bans & Your Horse
The welfare of animals is paramount as as such are protected during hosepipe bans, so you can continue to use hosepipes to look after your horse.
Jul 14, 2025


Introducing Duskin Saddles
First Thought Equine Ltd, the company behind WOW Saddles, have recently developed a new range called Duskin Saddles and these complement the WOW brand brilliantly.
Jun 23, 2025


Saddle Showcase: WOW Western Saddle
This Saddle Showcase is a truly special Western saddle the WOW Saddles team recently completed.
Jun 2, 2025


End of May Shutdown
Just a heads-up that the WOW Saddles team will be taking a short break for our end of May shutdown. Our last working day will be Thursday...
May 20, 2025


Inside the Workshop - The Lathe
Every part of our saddles are UK made here in our Kent countryside workshop. Today we’re making WOW badges using our lathe. This is part...
Apr 9, 2025


10 things to do at Badminton Horse Trials
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, there are some things you absolutely must do while you’re there.
Mar 19, 2025


The Farrier visits WOW Saddles HQ
At WOW Saddles, we know that happy, healthy horses don't just need a great saddle (wink.. check out our stock) but also regular hoof...
Mar 18, 2025


Mythbusting: Are WOW Saddles Heavier Than Other Saddles?
Weight doesn't have to be sacrificed for the quality, durability, strength and technological advances in our WOW Saddles.
Mar 11, 2025
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Public Training Courses 2025 [SOLD OUT]
Do you ride in a WOW saddle? Join us at one of our public training courses and get the confidence to fully understand your saddle.
Mar 6, 2025


WOW Saddles Wins Best Stand at the National Equine Show 2025
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that WOW Saddles has won the prestigious Best Stand award at the National Equine Show 2025!
Mar 5, 2025


Para rider Kirstie McPherson chooses the FreeSPace girth
Kirstie McPherson has multiple disabilities but nonetheless enjoys Endurance riding. Security and safety is of paramount importance to...
Jul 5, 2022


Sam and her horse bear have provided us with a brilliant before and after of their first FreeSpace..
Sam and her horse bear have provided us with a brilliant before and after of their first FreeSpace Girth use! Before, riding in a wow H...
Jul 5, 2022


Sally & Able tried out our FreeSpace girth in this brilliant comparison video
Sally & Able tried out our FreeSpace girth in this brilliant comparison video. The difference in Able is profound. He starts off with...
Jul 5, 2022


Gillian Higgins reviews FreeSpace girth!
Gillian Higgins, founder of Horses Inside out, has been trialling our FreeSpace Girth for a Couple of weeks, and has provided this...
Jul 5, 2022
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