Horseware Saddlery
Saddlery
Micklem bridles, reins, headcollars and saddle pads.
Horseware Saddlery
Horseware saddlery brings the Micklem bridle range together with everyday reins, girths, headcollars and saddle pads. Across this collection you'll find 51 products, from anatomically-shaped Micklem bridles (from £129.95) to grippy rubber and plaited reins (from £38.95), comfort girths and breastplates, and schooling or show saddle pads (from £47.95). If you're not sure where to start, the quick box and chooser table below point you to the right piece.
In a hurry?
- Best-known bridle: Horseware Micklem Competition Bridle, from £155.95 — the anatomically-shaped classic.
- Budget-friendly bridle: Pony Cavesson Bridle, from £79.95.
- Bitless option: Micklem Bitless Bridle, from £129.95.
- Everyday reins: Curb Reins from £38.95; rubber-grip and plaited options too.
- Headcollars: from £28.95.
- Not sure on size? Get in touch and our team will help you match the fit.
Which Horseware bridle is right for you?
| Bridle | Best for | From |
|---|---|---|
| Micklem Competition Bridle | Dressage, eventing & schooling — the anatomically-shaped original | £155.95 |
| Micklem Deluxe Competition Bridle | A refined, padded take on the Micklem shape | £177.95 |
| Micklem Multi Bridle | Riders who want bitted, bitless or lunging in one bridle | £173.95 |
| Micklem Bitless Bridle | Bit-free schooling and hacking | £129.95 |
| Dressage Flash Bridle | A classic flash bridle for everyday flatwork | £119.95 |
| Pony Cavesson Bridle | Ponies & smaller heads on a friendlier budget | £79.95 |
What is the Micklem bridle designed to do?
The Micklem bridle is shaped to sit clear of the sensitive nerves and teeth at the front of the horse's face, following the underlying bone structure rather than a traditional straight browband-and-noseband layout. Many riders choose it for schooling, dressage and eventing where comfort and clear communication matter. As with any bridle, a correct fit is what makes the difference — get in touch and our team will help you work out the right size.
Which reins should I pair with my bridle?
Horseware reins in this collection run from Curb Reins (from £38.95) through Rubber Grip and Thumb Grip Rubber Reins for wet-weather security, to Plaited and Continental options for extra hold. Rubber and laced grips suit cross-country and jumping; plaited leather is a smart choice for the show ring.
What else is in the Horseware saddlery range?
Beyond bridles and reins you'll find the Micklem Short Comfort Girth (£129.95) and Micklem Breastplate with Martingale (from £129.95), AA Performance jump and dressage saddle pads (from £64.95), a Sheepskin Halfpad, field-safe and grooming headcollars (from £28.95), plus practical extras like safety surcingles, ear nets and tail guards.
Frequently asked questions
What makes the Micklem bridle different from a normal bridle?
The Micklem bridle is anatomically shaped to follow the horse's facial bone structure and sit away from sensitive nerves and the teeth. Riders often choose it for schooling, dressage and eventing where comfort and clear rein communication matter.
How much do Horseware Micklem bridles cost?
In this collection the Micklem range starts from £129.95 for the Bitless Bridle, with the Competition Bridle from £155.95 and the Deluxe from £177.95. The wider Horseware bridle range starts from £79.95 for the Pony Cavesson Bridle.
Do you sell a bitless Micklem bridle?
Yes. The Micklem Bitless Bridle is available from £129.95, and the Micklem Multi Bridle (from £173.95) can be used bitted, bitless or for lunging, so you can adapt it as your schooling changes.
What reins and girths are available?
Reins start from £38.95 and include curb, rubber-grip, thumb-grip, plaited and continental styles. The Micklem Short Comfort Girth is £129.95 and the Micklem Breastplate with Martingale is from £129.95.
How do I choose the right bridle size?
Horseware bridles come in pony through to full and extra-full fittings depending on the model. If you're between sizes or unsure, get in touch and our team will help you match your horse or pony to the right fit.
What are the delivery and returns options?
We offer free UK delivery on orders over £50 and a 90-day returns window, so you have time to check fit and condition. If anything isn't right, get in touch and our team will help.
Free UK delivery over £50 · 90-day returns · Expert help
Last reviewed 2026-07-13 by the Just Horse Riders team.