Horsebox from ABI

But buy the wrong one and you could end up with big problems. So here is the ToffsWorld’s guide to help you move your horses without a hitch.

If you plan on travelling to shows, look for a horsebox with tack rooms in front of the stall area. They usually feature up to six saddle racks, a storage bin, a bridle rack and a flat cargo space.

If you are showing quite a bit, or if you like to travel with your horse, then a dressing room is a handy place to switch between rides. Make sure yours has a mirror, a small extendable table, and a rack on which to hang your clothes.

For the truly luxurious horsebox, you can buy one with living quarters which can include a kitchenette, bathroom, dining room table, one or two bedrooms, and an extendable awning on the outside.

In addition to the things you can get on the inside of your horsebox, there are lots of things that can be added to the outside. Most dealers offer custom monograms for the outside of your horsebox, so you can feature your name, horse’s name or the name of your stables.

The golden rule for buying a horsebox is to deal with a specialist - and buy direct.

One of Britain's leading horsebox manufacturers is ABI Horseboxes, based in the Manchester area. Bosses of this family firm have owned horses for more than 30 years and hold British Horse Society qualifications. So they know that to many owners, a horse is a part of the family - and has to be cared for accordingly.

ABI (http://www.abihorseboxes.co.uk/) build quality, robust and good-looking equine transport, often on a bespoke basis. They offer to make your hand-made living area as luxurious as you want, allowing you to design your own. Buyers can choose from a range of leather, fabric or suede for made-to-measure upholstery and curtains and cab seating is made to match as standard.

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