Horseboxes & Trailers

Buying a horsebox or trailer is a big step. Once you have found the right vehicle, insurance is one of the most important things to organise before you head out on the road. It protects your vehicle, your horses and your finances if something goes wrong.

Owning a horsebox is essential for many horse owners, whether you’re travelling to shows, visiting the vet, or moving yards. However, as with any vehicle, owning and using a horsebox comes with risks. Here’s everything you need to know about horsebox insurance from the specialist team at SEIB Insurance Brokers.

Owning a horse trailer can be a significant investment, and ensuring its protection is essential. Horse Trailer Insurance and Breakdown Insurance provide critical peace of mind, safeguarding your trailer, horse, and personal liability in the event of an incident.

In this video, we get the full tour of some fantastic horseboxes after we saw EQ owner Candice Farmer at Hickstead. With a 3.5T, a 12T, an 18T, and a 26T on show, there was plenty to take a look at! We also cover what makes EQ horseboxes different and the positives of that.

If you’re a horse owner, you probably already know the basics when it comes to equipping your horsebox or trailer. However, there are a few accessories that can make your life easier, and your horse’s life safer and more comfortable, so in this post, we’ll take a look at four of the best!

If you're a horse owner, then you'll know that transporting your horses can sometimes be a challenge, and that if you haven't already been required to transport your horses by road, sooner or later you may need to. This can be done in a horsebox, which is essentially a large drivable trailer that houses horses safely and securely for transportation. Horseboxes come in all shapes and sizes, and it's important to choose the right one for your needs. You need to make sure that the horsebox you choo...

Owning a horsebox or trailer can be a huge advantage if you need to transport your horse regularly, be it to events, lessons or just to meet friends for rides. Not to mention if you need to transport your horse urgently. So, it’s important that your vehicle is ready and roadworthy when you need to use it.   Storing your transport at your yard   Many yards offer storage of horseboxes and trailers, but it’s important to make some considerations before this is arra...

Buying a horsebox can be difficult at the best of times, but buying a 3.5 tonne box is simply a minefield and these are the boxes that we find customers have the most trouble with. To give you an idea of the scale of the problem, only 1 in every 5 second-hand 3.5t boxes we inspect – regardless of whether it is a safety inspection for a current owner or a Pre purchase inspection for a potential buyer – actually pass the inspection.

Looking to purchase a horsebox? Not sure on your options regarding finance and whether it’s the right choice for you? Purchasing any vehicle is a big decision and buyers will often search far and wide to find something that meets their specification. When buying a horsebox, there’s a lot more to it than simply finding the right make or model in your chosen colour with low mileage. A horsebox will become a second home for the buyer and their horse whilst they’re on the road, so ...

Buying a horsebox can be a very testing time. There are so many factors to consider, and it can be hard to know where to start. So here are a few tips and hints on how to get your search moving. Firstly, it is important to know what you want from your new purchase. What are you going to use the box for? Is it something to pop out and about in now and again for a nice hack or a local clinic? Is it to stay away on weekends whilst competing? Is it something for the kids and pony club events? Day...

Here at KBIS British Equestrian Insurance, we are well known for providing comprehensive horsebox insurance as well as equine specific breakdown cover. Here are some of our most frequently asked questions about insuring a horsebox and what to consider when taking out a breakdown policy for a lorry or car and trailer…

Almost as exciting as buying a new horse is… buying a horsebox. But it’s an expensive purchase and you should do your research. Time spent browsing horsey websites isn’t a chore after all… What should you choose? Well if it’s a horsebox you want, rather than a horse trailer, for the average horse owner it basically boils down to a choice between a 3.5 and a 7.5 ton.

Buying a horsebox is a major investment. Whether you are buying new or used, it pays to carry out a sensible amount of due diligence before committing to a purchase.   Spending some time researching the market first can make the process much easier. Browsing current horseboxes and trailers for sale can give you a feel for prices, layouts and payloads before you start viewing vehicles in person.     Check The Vehicle History   Before purchasing any hor...

We’ve had more people than ever buying and selling 3.5 tonne horseboxes on Horsemart.co.uk. We’ve taken a look at some of the best on the market, and answered some of the most popular questions. It’s unsurprising that these small, convenient lorries have rocketed in popularity in recent years. Not only can you drive a 3.5 tonne lorry on a standard car licence, but they also add a bit of luxury to days at shows, with their living space and features. More importantly,...