Hickstead & Cheval Liberté - The Perfect equestrian partnership

In early 2025, the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, entrusted Cheval Liberté with the UK’s most important equestrian project in 2025.

The dream and brainchild of one man, Douglas Bunn, Hickstead opened its doors in 1960. Today, Hickstead is one of the most iconic and prestigious equestrian venue in the world hosting major events that include The Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting and The Agria Royal International Horse Show.

Due to its continued success and growth, The All England Jumping Course required new stabling to elevate its offering to international competitors and to accommodate the growing numbers of horses, riders and competitors attending the venue throughout the course of the year.

Hickstead appointed Cheval Liberté UK & Ireland to support the venue with the manufacture and build of the new stabling accommodation with work commencing in mid-January 2025.

The new bespoke stables were designed and created to meet all Hickstead’s specific needs, and this consisted of an extremely impressive six Manoir American Barns, comprising a total of 204 stables made from recycled plastic with an essential insulated roof.

The inclusion of recycled plastic was integral to the brief provided by Hickstead – this decision will ensure that the new barns and stables are durable, low-maintenance, safe, water resistant, versatile, cost effective and eco-friendly.

One very happy customer - a word from hickstead

“Cheval Liberté were the perfect choice for Hickstead especially with their commitment to absolutely no compromises with the quality of product and service provided. Working in partnership with Cheval Liberté is rewarding on several levels - not only are they experts in the field of equestrianism, but they also deliver on everything they promise backed with real enthusiasm and professionalism.

On top of this, Cheval Liberté is a family owned and operated business, just like Hickstead is. The working relationship with Cheval Liberté is seamless, they truly understand us and our needs on every level, and right from the start they have gone above and beyond for Hickstead which we are extremely grateful for”.

William Bunn

Showground & Estate Manager – Hickstead

Cheval Liberté are Europe's leading manufacturer of premium barns & stables. On top of this, Cheval Liberté are the go-to partner for the provision and installation of world class temporary stabling for international equestrian events.

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