Bridle and bit fitting

With more than 25 years of experience, BridleBoutique offers expert one-to-one bridle and bit fitting.

In-person fitting (Cheshire only)

We come to your yard with a fitting kit of bits and bridles, see your horse in hand and under saddle, and fit them there and then.

Online consultation (anywhere in the UK)

A one-to-one video call with an experienced fitter, with guidance on measuring and clear bit and bridle recommendations.

Pricing coming soon. Get in touch to register your interest.

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Bridle & bit fitting consultancy

25 years of fitting.
One happier horse.

Expert, one-to-one bridle and bit fitting, at your yard in Cheshire or online wherever you ride in the UK. Because the right fit changes everything.

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25+ years' experience

Bits & bridles

In person across Cheshire

Online, UK-wide

Every horse, every discipline

Honest, independent advice

Sound familiar?

Most schooling problems start in the mouth

Before you change your training, change the conversation. In more than 25 years of fitting, we've seen how often a horse labelled "difficult" is simply uncomfortable. The right bit and bridle can transform the way your horse goes, often in a single session.

Head tossing or shaking

Often a sign of pressure on the poll, tongue or bars, not bad manners.

Leaning, rushing or backing off

A horse that won't take an even contact is usually telling you something hurts.

Open mouth or fussing

Chewing, gaping and tongue over the bit are classic signs of the wrong bit or size.

Rubs, sore spots or tension

Badly fitted bridles pinch around the ears, cheeks and nose, and tension follows.

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Two ways to work with us

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Cheshire only

In-person fitting

We come to your yard with a fitting kit of bits and bridles, see your horse in hand and under saddle, and fit them there and then.

  • At your yard, anywhere in Cheshire
  • Mouth, conformation and current tack assessed
  • Try bits and bridles from our fitting kit
  • Watch the difference ridden, before you buy
  • Your personalised fitting plan to keep

Pricing coming soon. Get in touch to register your interest.

Book in-person

Anywhere in the UK

Online consultation

A one-to-one video call with an experienced fitter. Ideal if you're outside Cheshire or want expert eyes on a specific problem.

  • Live video call at a time that suits you
  • We guide you through measuring your horse
  • Review of photos and videos of your horse going
  • Clear bit and bridle recommendations
  • Follow-up support by email

Pricing coming soon. Get in touch to register your interest.

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Why BridleBoutique

A quarter of a century of happy horses

For more than 25 years we've fitted bits and bridles for every kind of horse, from first ponies and happy hackers to young horses and competition partners.

That experience means we look at the whole horse: mouth shape, tongue and palate, head and jaw conformation, how they carry themselves and how you ride. Then we find the combination that lets them relax, soften and go forward.

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How it works

Simple, thorough, unhurried

01

Tell us about your horse

Fill in a short enquiry with your horse's age, breed, discipline and what you're noticing.

02

Assessment

We look at the mouth, conformation, current tack and how your horse goes.

03

Try and refine

We try options together and fine-tune the fit until your horse is comfortable.

04

Your fitting plan

You leave with clear recommendations, sizes and adjustments to keep.

Questions

Good to know

Where do you offer in-person fittings?

In-person fittings are available across Cheshire. If you're further afield, our online consultation gives you the same expert eye wherever you ride in the UK.

What do I need for an online consultation?

A smartphone or tablet, good light, a helper to hold your horse, and your current bit and bridle to hand. We'll talk you through everything else.

Do you fit bridles as well as bits?

Yes. We fit both, because they work together. A great bit in a badly fitting bridle won't sit correctly, and vice versa.

Is it suitable for young or sensitive horses?

Absolutely. We take our time and go at your horse's pace, whether they're being backed or are a seasoned competitor with a quirk or two.

How much does a fitting cost?

Our pricing is being finalised. Get in touch to register your interest and we'll share prices as soon as bookings open.

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Ready to feel the difference?

Book your fitting today. In person in Cheshire or online anywhere in the UK.

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