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Which Horseware grooming tools do you actually need?
For most horses, four tools cover the bulk of daily grooming: a springy brush to lift dirt, a soft brush to smooth the coat, something for a moulting winter coat, and a hoof pick. In this Horseware range that means the Horseware Signature Soft Flick Brush (from £24.95) for lifting dried mud and dust, the Horseware Signature Body Brush (from £29.95) for removing grease and finishing the coat, the Horseware Signature Shedding Comb (from £25.95) for loose winter coat, and the Horseware Signature Hoof Pick (from £13.95) for feet. If you would rather buy it all at once, the Horseware Newmarket Grooming Brush Set (from £43.95) bundles brushes with a carry bag.
In a hurry?
- Cheapest way in: Horseware Signature Hoof Pick, from £13.95.
- Best all-rounder for daily use: Horseware Signature Soft Flick Brush, from £24.95.
- Best for a shiny finish: Horseware Signature Polishing Brush, from £29.95.
- Best for spring moulting: Horseware Signature Shedding Comb, from £25.95.
- Best value bundle: Horseware Newmarket Grooming Brush Set, from £43.95.
- Somewhere to keep it all: Horseware Newmarket Grooming Bag, from £33.95.
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Horseware grooming tools compared
| Product | Best for | Materials | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horseware Signature Hoof Pick | Picking out feet daily | Stainless steel head, wooden handle | £13.95 |
| Horseware Signature Face Brush | Sensitive areas: face, ears, muzzle | Soft wool, wooden handle | £16.95 |
| Horseware Signature Soft Flick Brush | Lifting dried mud, dust and loose hair | Natural fibres, wooden base | £24.95 |
| Horseware Signature Shedding Comb | Moulting season and thick winter coats | Stainless steel, wooden handle | £25.95 |
| Horseware Signature Body Brush | Grease removal and everyday finishing | Natural horsehair, wooden base | £29.95 |
| Horseware Signature Polishing Brush | Final shine before a show or lesson | Horsehair with lambswool centre | £29.95 |
| Horseware Newmarket Grooming Bag | Carrying and organising your kit | Fabric bag with pockets, removable base | £33.95 |
| Horseware Newmarket Grooming Brush Set | Buying a full kit in one go | Brush set supplied with bag | £43.95 |
Prices shown are the lowest in-stock price at the time of writing. Colour options vary by product; the Newmarket Grooming Bag and Brush Set are both available in Witney Pink and Witney Stripes - Navy.
What order should you groom in?
A simple routine that works for most horses:
- Feet first. Pick out each hoof with the Signature Hoof Pick so you spot stones, thrush or heat before you start.
- Lift the dirt. Work over the body with the Soft Flick Brush in short flicking strokes, following the direction of the coat.
- Deal with the coat type. In spring, run the Shedding Comb over the big muscle areas to pull out dead hair. Skip the comb on bony areas and clipped horses.
- Smooth and clean. Use the Body Brush in short firm strokes to lift grease out of the coat, wiping the brush regularly.
- Face and finish. Switch to the soft Face Brush around the head, then finish with the Polishing Brush for shine.
Stiff brush or soft brush – what is the difference?
A flick or dandy-type brush has longer, springier fibres that flick mud and dust off the surface of the coat. A body brush has denser, shorter fibres that reach down to the skin and lift grease and scurf out. You want both: the flick brush does the rough work, the body brush does the cleaning. A polishing brush is softer again and is used last, purely to lay the coat flat and bring up shine.
Are wooden-handled brushes worth it?
The Horseware Signature tools use wooden bodies with natural fibres. In practice the advantage is grip and balance – a shaped wooden back sits in the hand better than a flat plastic one, which matters when you are brushing a full-size horse twice a day. Natural horsehair also tends to hold less static than synthetic bristles, so the coat lies flatter after brushing. Plastic brushes are easier to scrub out and dry, so many people keep a cheap plastic set for muddy winter days and the wooden set for finishing.
How do you keep grooming brushes clean?
Comb the loose hair out of the bristles after each use with the Shedding Comb or an old curry comb. Every few weeks, wash the brush head in warm water with a little mild soap, rinse well, then dry bristles-down so water runs out rather than soaking into the wooden base. Do not soak wooden-backed brushes or leave them on a radiator – both can loosen the glue holding the fibres.
Do you need a separate brush per horse?
If you can, yes. Skin conditions such as ringworm and rain scald spread easily on shared kit. If you share brushes across horses, clean them between horses and stop sharing straight away if any horse has broken, scabby or bald patches – and speak to your vet before treating anything you are unsure about.
Horseware grooming FAQs
What is the cheapest Horseware grooming tool here?
The Horseware Signature Hoof Pick is the lowest-priced item in this collection, from £13.95, followed by the Horseware Signature Face Brush from £16.95. Both are single-size items, so there is no sizing to work out.
Is it cheaper to buy a Horseware grooming set or individual brushes?
The Horseware Newmarket Grooming Brush Set is from £43.95 and comes with a bag, so it works out well if you are starting from nothing. If you already own most of your kit and only need one replacement, buying the single brush you are missing – for example the Signature Body Brush from £29.95 – costs less.
Which brush should I use on my horse's face?
Use the softest brush you own. The Horseware Signature Face Brush, from £16.95, uses soft wool and is made for the head, ears and other sensitive areas. Never use a shedding comb or a stiff flick brush on the face, and stop if your horse pulls away or gets tense.
When should I use a shedding comb?
Mainly in spring, when the winter coat starts lifting. The Horseware Signature Shedding Comb, from £25.95, has a stainless steel blade that pulls dead hair out of the big muscled areas – neck, shoulder, quarters. Use light pressure, avoid bony areas and legs, and do not use it on a clipped or thin-coated horse.
Can these brushes be used on a wet or muddy horse?
It is better to let mud dry and then brush it off – wet mud clogs natural fibres and pushes dirt into the coat. Several of the Signature brushes – including the Face Brush, Body Brush and Polishing Brush – are described as water-resistant, so a damp coat will not ruin them, but any wooden-backed brush should be dried properly afterwards rather than left in a wet grooming box.
What colours does the Newmarket range come in?
The Horseware Newmarket Grooming Bag (from £33.95) and the Horseware Newmarket Grooming Brush Set (from £43.95) are both available in Witney Pink and Witney Stripes - Navy, so you can match the bag and set. If you are unsure which option suits you, get in touch and our team will help.
Still deciding between a set and single brushes? Get in touch and our team will help you put together a kit that suits your horse and your routine.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-24 by the Just Horse Riders team.