Professional Gallops Engineered for Performance
From flat training to hill work, our all-weather and grass gallops are designed and constructed to deliver consistent footing, excellent drainage, and durability for daily use.
Built for Conditioning, Made to Last
Gallops are the backbone of serious equestrian training. Whether you’re conditioning racehorses or keeping sport horses fit, a well-built gallop improves safety, performance, and surface confidence. We construct custom straight, oval, or looped gallops – on the flat or on a gradient – with premium surfacing and robust base layers to handle high-frequency use in all weather.
Why Choose Tomley Projects
- Discipline-Specific Design: Custom gallops for racing, sport horses, and private yards.
- Precision Engineering: Expert levelling and drainage for consistent performance.
- Tailored Surface & Depth: Optimised footing to suit your horses and discipline.
- Built for Endurance: Designed to withstand daily use in all weather.
Gallop Construction Options
Choose the gallop that suits your land, horses, and training style:
All-Weather Gallops
- Surfaces include waxed sand, fibre, or rubber blend
- Deep foundations and membrane layer for durability
- Ideal for year-round use and high-traffic yards
Hill Gallops
- Designed for resistance and strength-building
- Custom gradients based on your land profile
- Available in all-weather or grass surface types
Woodfibre Gallops
- Natural, cushioning surface for joint support
- Excellent drainage for consistent year-round use
- Durable, low-maintenance, and eco-friendly choice
Looped or Oval Gallops
- Continuous track layouts for interval training
- Fence and surface integration for safety
- Custom widths and cambering
Our Build Process
Initial Consultation & Site Survey: We start with a detailed assessment of your land to determine the best route, elevation changes, drainage, and safety considerations.
Design & Specification: We create a gallop layout that suits your space, budget, and horses, with options for surface type, fencing, and starting points.
Groundworks & Drainage Installation: Our team handles excavation, base and membrane installation, and water management systems to ensure lasting integrity.
Surface Application & Finishing: We install and level the chosen surface, whether turf or synthetic, with precise depth and consistent density throughout.
Final Checks & Ready-to-Use Handover: After compacting and finishing, we hand over your gallop ready for use, complete with care guidance for surface longevity.
Ian Barrett, Owner, Barrett Equestrian
Tom and team were absolutely fantastic to work with from start to finish. Their knowledge and expertise was invaluable during the planning phase, and the attention to detail when it came to building our gallop was first class. Tom was extremely pro-active in terms of ideas and updates throughout the process and this gave us a huge level of confidence at all times. We are absolutely delighted with the end product. We would highly recommend Tomley Projects Ltd to anyone considering a project large or small and will certainly by using them again ourselves.
Frequently Asked Questions
We design and construct both all-weather and grass gallops, depending on your needs. All-weather gallops provide consistent footing year-round and can be surfaced with a variety of materials to suit your discipline. Grass gallops are a more natural option, ideal for estate and training environments where traditional turf riding is preferred. We can also build straight, circular, or uphill gallops depending on your training goals.
Drainage is one of the most important aspects of gallop construction. Poor drainage leads to waterlogging, inconsistent footing, and reduced usability. To avoid this, we install precision laser-levelled bases and integrated drainage systems that channel water away quickly and efficiently. This ensures the gallop performs in all weather and remains safe for horses in heavy training.
This depends on your training needs, available land, and budget. A typical straight gallop might range from 4 – 6 metres wide and extend anywhere from 400m to over 10 furlongs. Circular gallops can be built to varying diameters, often 6 – 8 metres wide to allow horses to work comfortably in strings. We’ll advise on the best dimensions for your horses, training methods, and site conditions.
Yes. Different horses and training regimes require different surfaces. For example, racing yards often prefer a firmer surface that simulates turf speed, while sport horse gallops may need more cushioning to protect joints during conditioning work. We work with trusted suppliers to provide a range of surface options, tailoring both depth and composition to your discipline and the horses in training.
This depends on your training needs, available land, and budget. A typical straight gallop might range from 4 – 6 metres wide and extend anywhere from 400m to over 10 furlongs. Circular gallops can be built to varying diameters, often 6 – 8 metres wide to allow horses to work comfortably in strings. We’ll advise on the best dimensions for your horses, training methods, and site conditions.
When built correctly, gallops are designed to withstand heavy, daily use. Our construction method includes strong base layers, advanced drainage, and carefully selected surfaces that maintain their integrity under pressure. With proper maintenance, an all-weather gallop will perform reliably for many years. Grass gallops also remain highly durable when paired with correct installation and field management.
Yes, but the level of maintenance depends on the surface. All-weather gallops typically require regular harrowing to keep the surface even and consistent, plus occasional topping up over time. Grass gallops require mowing, rolling, and seasonal reseeding. We provide detailed maintenance advice with every installation and can arrange ongoing support if required.
Absolutely. For racing and equestrian properties, gallops are a highly desirable feature and can significantly enhance both the training capability and market value of the estate. They also improve the appeal of a property for professional riders, trainers, and prospective buyers within the equestrian sector.
Many gallops require planning permission, especially all-weather surfaces and large-scale earthworks. We can support the planning application process from start to finish, including site surveys, drawings, and liaison with local authorities.