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Course Building

About Us

Design, Build, Maintain

At MBE Group, we bring over a decade of hands-on experience in the design, construction, and maintenance of equine courses across the UK. From cross-country schooling fields to showjumping arenas and gallops, we understand the precision, safety, and performance standards required in equestrian course design. Our in-house team works closely with riders, trainers, and facility owners to create purpose-built, horse-friendly environments tailored to discipline, terrain, and long-term use. We handle every stage — from ground preparation and drainage to surfacing, fencing, and landscaping — using only high-quality materials and proven construction methods. We also offer ongoing maintenance and repair services to keep your courses in peak condition all year round, ensuring safety, longevity, and optimal performance.

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Course Types

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Eventing

Our team works closely with you to create a custom course tailored to your training and competition needs, incorporating features to challenge and develop both horse and rider. With attention to safety, durability, and performance, we deliver a high-quality eventing course that meets professional standards and enhances your facility.

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Endurance

MBE Group provides specialised design and build services for custom equestrian endurance courses, starting with a detailed consultation to understand your specific goals and terrain. Our team designs a course that promotes stamina and skill, incorporating varied challenges while ensuring safety and durability.

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Hacking

MBE Group offers custom equestrian hacking course design and build services, starting with a thorough consultation to understand your vision and landscape. Our team creates a safe and scenic course that combines natural beauty with purposeful design, providing an enjoyable and varied experience for both horse and rider.

All Starts With A Consultation

At MBE Group, every successful equine course build begins with a detailed consultation. This allows us to fully understand your vision, requirements, and how the course will be used — whether it’s for showjumping, cross-country or gallops. During the consultation, we’ll visit your site to assess the land, soil type, drainage conditions, and terrain. We’ll discuss layout options, surface types, safety considerations, and your goals for horse and rider performance. Our team will also talk through any planning permission requirements and long-term maintenance expectations. Following the consultation, you’ll receive a bespoke proposal including layout concepts, material options, estimated costs, and build timelines — giving you everything you need to move forward with confidence.

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Quality Assurance

At MBE Group, we understand that equine courses must meet the highest standards of safety, durability, and performance. That’s why we apply rigorous quality assurance protocols at every stage of your course’s design, build, and maintenance. Whether we’re constructing a gallop, cross-country course, or showjumping arena, we use grade-checked materials, precision-groundworks, and discipline-specific build techniques to ensure optimum footing, drainage, and layout. Our team conducts ongoing site inspections, tests gradients and surfaces, and ensures compliance with industry best practices and rider safety guidelines. The result? A professionally constructed course that supports soundness, minimises risk, and performs in all seasons — trusted by both horses and riders.

Book Design

Things To Consider

We Guide You Through The Process

Designing an equine course — whether for schooling, competition, or rehabilitation — involves much more than simply placing jumps or track markers. A well-planned course must balance safety, performance, durability, and drainage, while also considering your land's unique topography and the intended level of use. At MBE Group, we guide our clients through every consideration to ensure the final design is not only functional but also tailored to the specific needs of both horses and riders.

Key Considerations:

Discipline & Usage: Is it for showjumping, cross-country, gallops, or multi-use training?
Land Topography: Natural slopes, gradients, and water flow affect layout and footing choice.
Drainage: Effective drainage is essential to prevent waterlogging and ensure year-round use.
Surface Type: Choose the right surface (e.g. sand, fibre, rubber, or mixed) based on discipline and wear levels.
Safety: Correct spacing, visibility, and fence design to reduce risk of injury.
Planning Permission: Certain builds may require formal approval depending on location and scale.
Accessibility: Consider vehicle access, maintenance routes, and rider flow around the site.
Budget & Long-Term Maintenance: Balance initial investment with upkeep needs over time.

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Nationwide Coverage

We take great pride in our ability to cater to clients across the entirety of the United Kingdom. Our dedicated team possesses the capability to reach any location within the country within a maximum of 9 hours, ensuring prompt attention to your specific needs. When it comes to emergency call-outs, our average response time typically ranges between 1 to 3 hours, although this timeframe may vary based on the distance and complexity of the situation. Our commitment to efficiency and effectiveness remains unwavering, allowing us to deliver timely and reliable services to our valued customers.