Nosebands & Hackamores | Comfortable Control for Every Horse

A well-fitted horse noseband or hackamore plays a vital role in both control and comfort. Whether you’re working on suppleness, encouraging a steadier contact, or looking for a bitless option, the right design can help support clearer communication and reduce evasion.

Used across disciplines, nosebands help to stabilise the bit, prevent behaviours such as jaw crossing or mouth opening, and distribute pressure evenly across the horse’s face. From classic designs like the cavesson noseband to more supportive alternatives such as the drop noseband or grackle, these tack essentials help horses stay soft, focused, and responsive.

Why Fit Matters

Regardless of the type you choose, nosebands must be fitted correctly to be effective and comfortable. Look for options that offer anatomical shaping or soft padding around pressure points, especially over the nose and jaw. As a rule, you should be able to place two fingers under the noseband once fastened – snug enough for control but not restrictive.

For proper function and fit, your noseband works in combination with a shaped horse bridle headpiece and adjustable cheekpieces, which are essential parts of any bridle setup. Together, they ensure even pressure distribution, secure attachment, and a comfortable fit for your horse.

Hackamores – A Bitless Alternative

Ideal for sensitive-mouthed horses or riders who prefer a gentler approach, hackamores provide control through pressure on the nose, chin groove and jaw – without using a bit. They're popular in endurance riding, rehabilitation, or for horses who resist traditional bridles.

Whether mechanical or traditional in design, a well-fitted hackamore offers an effective solution without compromising your horse’s comfort. As with any bridle setup, a correctly fitted browband is essential – helping to stabilise the headpiece and sit comfortably behind the ears while complementing your horse’s overall bridle fit and style.

Choosing the Right Noseband

When deciding between a grackle noseband, drop noseband, or cavesson noseband, think about your horse’s needs:

• Do they resist contact or open their mouth?

• Do they have a sensitive jawline or poll area?

• Are you working on relaxation, outline, or higher-level movements?

Each design offers a slightly different function and fit. Drop nosebands sit lower to prevent mouth opening, while grackles discourage jaw crossing. Cavessons offer light stabilisation without over-pressure – ideal for younger or more sensitive horses.

Built for Everyday UK Riders

Our collection of horse nosebands and hackamores has been carefully chosen for everyday UK riders who need comfort, practicality and performance. Whether you're a leisure rider hacking out or competing regularly, we offer nosebands that support a balanced, responsive ride.

Shop Nosebands & Hackamores Today

Explore our full selection of drop nosebands, grackle nosebands, cavesson nosebands, and hackamores to find the right solution for your bridle setup. Whether you're aiming to improve bit stability, reduce resistance, or go bitless altogether, you'll find premium-quality tack designed for control, comfort and a great fit.