Total elegance meets high performance in an iconic dressage saddle that is state of the art. The Bates Isabell Icon stands alone in freeing your horse’s full scope of movement and conveying your aids clearly. Strengthening your natural position and enhancing your intuitive connection, through saddle innovation and career experience. Your journey starts here.

For you
Beneath elegant lines, the perfect dressage seat and leading saddle innovations can be tailored perfectly for your ridden biomechanics. When you optimise the saddle for your natural position,
your balance and stability are enhanced, you ride in total synergy and your vision comes to life.

“Sitting centrally in the saddle you feel close to your horse, able to sit deeper with exceptional stability to move with the swing of your horse.” Isabell Werth

For your horse
Engineered to adapt with your horse as they move through their body with total comfort, displaying strength and suppleness through their movements.
You will immediately notice your connection is accentuated and your horse more intrinsically responsive to your aids.

“I love to see the freedom in my horse’s shoulder, to feel in their expression they are comfortable and supple. The adjustability of my saddle together with CAIR has kept so many of my horses so comfortable over so many years.” Isabell Werth

Bates SynergyPanel: the ultimate for close contact dressage performance

Exclusive to Bates Saddles. Ultra-fine and low profile, this panel sculpts away from your horse’s shoulder and transitions contact seamlessly and gradually on to your horse’s body, freeing their shoulder and achieving optimal space around the wither. The connection between you and your horse is accentuated through channelling your leg with seamless contact to let your horse feel your aids as they have never before. Your horse will instantly respond to the soft cushioning of the CAIR Cushion System, which lets them extend, lift and round to their fullest potential.

Bates Advanta Event Saddle

The Bates Advanta® eventing saddle is engineered for perfect connection between you and your horse.
With an ultra-sensitive feel of your horse and effortless balance, together you are poised for take-off and prepared for the unexpected. Sharpen your reflexes and push your boundaries in the new competitive advantage.

Engineered for competitive ADVANTAge

Arena Monoflap Jump Saddle 

Experience the closest connection with your horse in the Arena Monoflap Jump. The single-flap design offers an intimate feel, allowing you to maintain a balanced and supportive seat. The external support blocs ensure effortless positioning throughout your ride. Whether you're perfecting your form in training or competing at the highest levels, this saddle combines exceptional performance with head-turning style, elevating your meticulous turnout to new heights.

Arena Pony Monoflap Jump Saddle

You’ll feel like a star in the Arena Pony Monoflap Jump, a smart single-flap saddle that helps you stick close to your pony. With comfy knee blocks to keep you steady and less leather between you and your horse, you'll be ready to tackle jumps with confidence. Whether you're practicing at home or showing off at competitions, this good-looking saddle helps you ride your best without breaking the bank.
 

Good connection in your first jump saddle

Experience the difference a monoflap design can make. The single-flap construction eliminates bulk between you and your mount, creating an intimate connection that helps you feel every stride and movement. This enhanced contact gives you the confidence to develop your position and tackle new challenges, whether you're schooling at home or competing in the show ring. 

Young riders will feel support in their developing position

Strategic external knee blocks provide reliable support without restricting movement, helping you maintain a secure position as you navigate courses and perfect your technique. The thoughtful design promotes proper alignment while allowing the freedom of movement essential for developing an independent seat. 

Competition ready whether showjumping or eventing

Make a striking impression at every show with the Arena Pony Monoflap Jump's refined appearance. The clean lines and professional finish ensure you'll stand out for all the right reasons, while the practical design holds up to the demands of regular training and competition. 

Smart investment for growing riders 

As a proud member of the Arena saddle family, this monoflap incorporates the same attention to detail and quality materials as its acclaimed predecessor. The combination of HART and attainable pricing makes it an ideal choice for dedicated riders building their competitive foundation. 
 

Developed, designed and handmade in the UK. The first bridle to be based on scientific research and proven to:
Reduce pressure by up to 84%

• Reduce force by up to 77%
• Allows greater forelimb extension
• Increases knee & hock flexion

Based on two years of scientific research, this bridle significantly relieves peak pressure in the six key pressure zones around the head, articultaing and moving in harmony with the horse's head during the stride. This patent version is the one chosen by Charlotte Dujardin and coordinates perfectly with the World Class II Dressage.

• Patent browband and noseband to match World Class II saddle trim
• Available with patent diamante or plain patent browband only
• Noseband is tapered to give additional clearance for the bit on horses with a small gap between the corners of the mouth and facial crest
• Unique design based on scientific research
• Hand-stitched and made in Walsall, England
• Quality buckles and metalwork
• Made using the finest English bridle leather
• Fully lined with Prolite® which is proven to disperse pressure
• Carefully thought-out features reduce pressure in six key zones
• Articulation rings on the noseband improve stability on the horse’s 
  head, allowing it to move with the horse, without causing restriction
• Improved bridle stability enhances the horse’s comfort
• Symmetrical design with buckles both sides
• Browband and noseband are interchangeable with others from the Fairfax range
• Approved for use in FEI competitions including all three eventing phases 

Developed, designed and handmade in the UK. The first bridle to be based on scientific research and proven to:
Reduce pressure by up to 84%

• Reduce force by up to 77%
• Allows greater forelimb extension
• Increases knee & hock flexion

Based on two years of scientific research, this bridle significantly relieves peak pressure in the six key pressure zones around the head, articultaing and moving in harmony with the horse's head during the stride. This patent version is the one chosen by Charlotte Dujardin and coordinates perfectly with the World Class II Dressage.

• Patent browband and noseband to match World Class II saddle trim
• Available with patent diamante or plain patent browband only
• Noseband is tapered to give additional clearance for the bit on horses with a small gap between the corners of the mouth and facial crest
• Unique design based on scientific research
• Hand-stitched and made in Walsall, England
• Quality buckles and metalwork
• Made using the finest English bridle leather
• Fully lined with Prolite® which is proven to disperse pressure
• Carefully thought-out features reduce pressure in six key zones
• Articulation rings on the noseband improve stability on the horse’s 
  head, allowing it to move with the horse, without causing restriction
• Improved bridle stability enhances the horse’s comfort
• Symmetrical design with buckles both sides
• Browband and noseband are interchangeable with others from the Fairfax range
• Approved for use in FEI competitions including all three eventing phases 

Arena Children's GP Saddle

The must-buy saddle for every child starting their riding journey
Begin your riding journey with the Arena Children's All Purpose, a saddle created just for young riders learning horsemanship. With specially positioned stirrup bars and a youth-focused design, this saddle helps you find natural balance and control of your pony. Whether you're mastering your first rising trot or heading to shows, this beautiful leather saddle makes learning to ride easier and more fun.

Take your first steps on your riding journey with a saddle designed for young equestrians from the start. The Arena Children's General Purpose saddle combines thoughtful design with complete comfort, making it the perfect foundation for learning young riders. 

Made for learning to ride on your pony
Experience the difference a child-specific saddle can make. The specially designed seat shape works with growing bodies instead of against them, creating a natural position that helps you feel secure and balanced. This enhanced support gives you the confidence to develop proper techniques and master new skills, whether you're learning in lessons or enjoying your first show day. 

Developed to help you learn while feeling safe
Strategic stirrup bar placement provides reliable stability without forcing an awkward position, helping you maintain proper form as you master rising trot and steering. The thoughtful design promotes correct alignment while allowing the freedom of movement you need when learning independent riding skills. 

Suitable for lessons or leisure riding
Make a positive impression in any riding situation with the refined appearance. The classic lines and quality leather finish ensure you'll look the part for all the right reasons, while the practical design holds up to the demands of regular lessons and pony adventures. 

Great value first saddle for young riders  
As your first leather saddle, this all-purpose design incorporates the attention to detail and quality materials that make learning enjoyable and effective. The combination of youth-focused engineering and attainable pricing makes it an ideal choice for dedicated young riders building their basic skills. 

Begin your journey to horsemanship with a saddle that understands where you're starting—and helps you build confidence with every ride. 

The elegant Favorite bridle was developed in close cooperation with our partner Ingrid Klimke. The soft head piece of the bridle is anatomically shaped and has a softly padded ear section. With an additional cut-out in the area of ​​the horse's first cervical vertebra, the head piece ensures optimal pressure relief in the sensitive area of ​​the poll. The anatomically shaped special noseband with a softly lined flash strap eyelet offers maximum comfort. The curved browband with extra-large, sparkling Premium Crystals gives the bridle its particularly elegant look.

Bridle Bank Terms & Conditions

• Trial Period
  All bridles are sold at full retail price with a 2-week trial period.

• Condition of Bridles
  Bridles may show light signs of wear from previous trials. Each one is checked before dispatch to ensure it is in good condition.

• Size Exchanges (Unused Bridles)
  If the size is incorrect and the bridle has not been ridden in, we will exchange it for another size without charging a trial fee.

  • Postage costs will apply for the exchange.

• Returns After Use
  If you have tried the bridle but it is not suitable, you may return it within the trial period.

  • A trial fee of 10% of the retail price will be deducted from your refund.

  • If you would like to try another bridle, you can place a new order separately.

• Exchanges After Use
  If you wish to exchange your trial bridle for a brand-new version of the same model, we will arrange this once the trial fee has been paid (and stock is available).

• Repeat Exchanges
  If you wish to exchange a trial bridle for an alternative size or model after it has been used, each new bridle requested will require the trial fee from the previous bridle to be paid before dispatch.

  • We will cover postage for the first exchange only; further exchanges will incur additional postage costs.

• Condition Upon Return
  Returned bridles will be inspected. If there is excessive wear or any damage caused during the trial, additional costs may be deducted from the refund.

• Packaging for Returns
  Customers are responsible for the safe return of trial bridles.

  • Bridles must be returned in their original packaging.

  • Damage caused by poor packaging may result in further deductions.

• Return Shipping
  Customers are responsible for return postage.

  • We can provide a Royal Mail returns label for £6.00 (this will be deducted from your refund).

• Late Returns
  Returns made after the 2-week trial period will incur a charge of £5 per day.

• Availability
  The Bridle Bank scheme is only available to UK mainland customers (unfortunately, not available internationally).

Passier Starlight Bridle 

A brilliant masterpiece with an anatomically shaped, softly lined headpiece that is particularly comfortable and relieves pressure on the horse's neck. The also softly lined noseband with shiny patent leather leaves the cheekbone and facial nerve of the horse free. With a curved browband with Premium Crystals in the color Clear Crystal.

Eskadron Classic Sports Bridle Bag

• nice quilted corduroy surface and soft fleece inside
• protects against scratches and dust
• with 3 hanger loops with Velcro inside
• carry handle
• long two-way zipper
• Eskadron emblem
• measurements: 74x26x15 cm

Eskadron Classic Sports Cord Emblem Saddle Pad 

• nice corduroy upper fabric and cool dry inside
• compact vertical quilting with medium-thick filling
• discreet lurex piping on mattgloss binding
• Eskadron emblem on both sides
• mesh back channel for optimal air circulation
• innostrap system for optimal front fixation
• girth strap with triple fastening possibility

Eskadron Classic Sports Softshell Emblem Saddle Pad 

• innovative and hard-wearing softshell upper fabric and cool dry inside
• medium-thick cross quilting
• anti slip silicone surfaces in the saddle area
• noble glitter tape on softshell binding
• Eskadron emblem on both sides
• mesh back channel for optimal air circulation
• innostrap system for optimal front fixation
• girth strap with triple fastening possibility

Eskadron Classic Sports Softshell Tendon Boots

• innovative and hard-wearing softshell surface
• breathable Mesh inside
• easy-care softshell binding
• damping and pressure distributing, protects against chafe marks
• robust inside with PU inlay and embossing
• practical Velcros with logo embossing for optimal adjustment
• Eskadron emblem
• dirt-repellent and washable

Eskadron Classic Sports Glitter Floral Saddle Pad 

• discreetly sparkling upper fabric and cool dry inside
• elegant floral quilting with medium-thick filling
• anti slip silicone surfaces in the saddle area
• noble braided cord on sparkling binding
• Eskadron emblem on both sides
• mesh back channel for optimal air circulation
• innostrap system for optimal front fixation
• girth strap with triple fixation possibility

Bates All Purpose

The Bates All Purpose Saddle is the first truly high performance, general purpose saddle in the world, featuring cutting edge design and technology never previously seen in general purpose saddles. The Bates All Purpose Saddle has a deeper seat for added security and greater confidence, a narrow waist provides closer contact, so you sit into the saddle rather than on the saddle.

The Ergonomic Stirrup Bar enables the roller of the tongue on the buckle to be recessed into the bar and sit flush, which significantly reduces the bulk under your leg, by at least one thickness of leather. The girthing system achieves greater strength and durability and improves the distribution of pull from the front and back of the saddle to increase comfort and saddle stability. Experience the power of innovation with instantaneous comfort, security and balance, ensuring the most luxurious seat for leisure riding, flatwork and some jumping.

Your horse will show a marked improvement in their freedom of movement, as world leading performance systems the EASY-CHANGE Fit Solution and CAIR Cushion System maximise your horse’s comfort and freedom of movement. Your horse will enjoy unsurpassed adaptability for an optimal fit, even weight distribution and fluid cushioning for their total comfort.

Eskadron Classic Sports Mattgloss Jewel Headcollar

• noble mattgloss surface with inserted jewel stones at noseband and cheekpieces
• tear-proof webbing inside
• soft padding at nose and headpiece
• double pin buckles for optimal adjustment
• additionally adjustable at the chin
• high-quality taupe metal fittings

Eskadron Platinum 23 Softshell Saddle Pad 

• innovative and robust softshell outer fabric with molton inside
• medium thick filling with exclusive Platinum quilting
• anti slip silicone surfaces in the saddle area
• elaborate Platinum emblem on both sides
• noble cord-crystal-cord combination
• innostrap system for optimal front fixation
• girth strap with triple fixation for exact positioning

Eskadron Platinum 23 Sparkle Avantgarde Saddle Pad 

• discreet sparkling outer fabric and cool dry inside
• compact and ornate quilting
• saddle blocker at the front and free withers cut
• anti slip silicone surfaces in the saddle area
• elaborate Platinum crystal lettering on both sides
• noble lurex cord on sparkle binding
• mesh back channel for optimal air circulation
• girth strap with triple fixation for exact positioning

Fairfax Performance Cavesson Bridle 

• The only pressure tested Bridle available in the market.
• Beautiful English Leather, padded with Prolite to take pressure away from the most sensitive areas of the horses head.
• Some of the best British Riders are choosing this bridle over any others.

Available with a new narrow cavesson noseband which is a slimmer version of the Snaffle Cavesson, especially suited to horses with a small distance between facial crest and corners of the mouth.

 

Fairfax Double Bridle

• The only pressure tested Bridle available in the market.
• Beautiful English Leather, padded with Prolite to take pressure away from the most sensitive areas of the horses head.
• Some of the best British Riders are choosing this bridle over any others.

Browbands and nosebands are interchangeable with others from the Fairfax range.

Bridle Bank Terms & Conditions

• Trial Period
  All bridles are sold at full retail price with a 2-week trial period.

• Condition of Bridles
  Bridles may show light signs of wear from previous trials. Each one is checked before dispatch to ensure it is in good condition.

• Size Exchanges (Unused Bridles)
  If the size is incorrect and the bridle has not been ridden in, we will exchange it for another size without charging a trial fee.

  • Postage costs will apply for the exchange.

• Returns After Use
  If you have tried the bridle but it is not suitable, you may return it within the trial period.

  • A trial fee of 10% of the retail price will be deducted from your refund.

  • If you would like to try another bridle, you can place a new order separately.

• Exchanges After Use
  If you wish to exchange your trial bridle for a brand-new version of the same model, we will arrange this once the trial fee has been paid (and stock is available).

• Repeat Exchanges
  If you wish to exchange a trial bridle for an alternative size or model after it has been used, each new bridle requested will require the trial fee from the previous bridle to be paid before dispatch.

  • We will cover postage for the first exchange only; further exchanges will incur additional postage costs.

• Condition Upon Return
  Returned bridles will be inspected. If there is excessive wear or any damage caused during the trial, additional costs may be deducted from the refund.

• Packaging for Returns
  Customers are responsible for the safe return of trial bridles.

  • Bridles must be returned in their original packaging.

  • Damage caused by poor packaging may result in further deductions.

• Return Shipping
  Customers are responsible for return postage.

  • We can provide a Royal Mail returns label for £6.00 (this will be deducted from your refund).

• Late Returns
  Returns made after the 2-week trial period will incur a charge of £5 per day.

• Availability
  The Bridle Bank scheme is only available to UK mainland customers (unfortunately, not available internationally).

Fairfax Performance Drop Bridle 

• The only pressure tested Bridle available in the market.
• Beautiful English Leather, padded with Prolite to take pressure away from the most sensitive areas of the horses head.
• Some of the best British Riders are choosing this bridle over any others.

Bridle Bank

• Bridles will be sold at full retail price with a trial period of 2 weeks
• Bridles may show some signs of wear from previous trial use.
• We may send out a bridle different in colour from the once chosen, depending what is available on bridle bank at the time.
• Only bridles with plain browbands will be available on bridle bank.
• If you receive your bridle and realise the size is incorrect we will exchange it for a different size, without deducting a trial fee, providing it has not been ridden in. Payment for postage will be required.
• If you've tried the bridle but wish to return it and try an alternative, we will refund the original bridle, minus the trial fee. The bridle girth can be ordered separately through a new order.
• If a bridle is not suitable, and therefore returned within the trial period, it will be refunded less 10% of the retail value.
• Upon its return, the bridle will be subject to inspection, if there has been excessive wear or damage during the trial period it may be subject to further reductions in the amount refunded.
• Customers will be responsible for the cost and safe return of the bridle, they should be packaged in a way that does not damage the bridle in any way. 
• Bridles must be returned in the packing they were received in.  Damage from poor packaging may result in money being deducted from the refund. 
• If you wish to return the bridle in exchange for a brand new version of what you tried we will process the exchange plus the cost of the trial period.  The new bridle will be dispatched once the trial cost has been paid, or once it is in stock.