Beautiful, Practical, and Built to Last
We design and build bespoke stables and barns that strike the perfect balance between function, safety, and rural aesthetics, for both private yards and professional facilities.
Built Around the Horse, Designed Around You
Stables and barns are the core of any equestrian yard. They must be safe, weatherproof, well-ventilated, and suited to your routine. Our custom stable blocks, American barns, and integrated storage buildings enhance your yard’s usability while blending seamlessly with the land and its character. Every build is carefully considered, ensuring the end result works smoothly, looks smart, and lasts for decades.
Why Choose Tomley Projects
- Bespoke Stable Builds: Custom-designed for private owners and professional yards alike.
- Optimised Yard Layouts: Thoughtfully planned to streamline daily routines.
- Durable, Low-Maintenance Materials: Weatherproof choices that stand the test of time.
- Premium Finishes: Tailored to suit your style, performance needs, and budget
Stable and Barn Options
We offer a variety of build types, suited to your land, horses, and uses:
American Barns
- All-in-one roofed structure for easy management
- Internal stalls, feed room, hay loft and open walkway
- Excellent protection from weather, ideal for larger yards
Steel Frame Agricultural Buildings
- Versatile buildings for hay, machinery, bedding, or livestock
- Can be combined with stabling or open-front storage bays
- High clearance, roller doors, and optional cladding styles
Traditional Stable Blocks
- Timber or brick construction with pitched roofing
- Custom stall sizing, tack rooms, and wash bays
- Options for overhangs, gutters, and integrated lighting
Bespoke Yard Layouts
- Multi-building complexes with hardstanding access
- Integration with arenas, gallops, and turnout paddocks
- Designed to suit your daily movement and operations
Our Build Process
Consultation & Assessment: We start with a visit to your site, learning how you keep your horses, how you want to move through your yard, and any specific requirements.
Design, Planning & Materials Selection: You’ll receive tailored drawings, layout options, and finish samples. We’ll advise on the best structure, airflow, and insulation for your setup.
Groundworks & Utilities Preparation: From site clearance to concrete pads, drainage, and service ducts, we make sure the base of your stables or barn is solid and futureproofed.
Construction & Fit Out: Our team constructs your build using the highest quality materials and craftsmanship, from roofing and joinery to hardware and finishes.
Final Touches & Handover: We complete all finishing work, fit internal partitions and doors, and hand over your stables or barn ready for horses and use.
Austin O’Connor, Event Rider, O’Connor Eventing
Our experience of working with Tomley Projects was very professional from the outset. Observing the work as it went on, you knew that no stone had been left unturned, and the on site level of professionalism has been extremely good. All the work Tomley have carried out over the past three years, we’re genuinely delighted, it makes our day-to-day running so much easier. I would have no problem whatsoever recommending Tomley Projects to any equestrian or other environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, in most cases. We can help prepare the plans or work alongside your planning consultant.
A typical application will take at least 12 weeks to be considered by the Local Planning Authority with some applications taking significantly longer. Before submitting the application, there is It usually takes between 4 and 8 weeks to prepare and review all the documentation.
Both are excellent. Timber offers charm and breathability, while brick provides greater permanence and insulation.
Typically 4-6 weeks depending on complexity, ground conditions, and size.
Yes. We work with everyone from international riders to families building their first yard.
Based in Oxfordshire, we mainly serve the South of England, but we can travel for the right projects.
Yes, many of our builds include secure tack rooms, feed stores, wash bays, and even toilets or utility rooms.
We build with airflow and insulation in mind. Ventilation, overhangs, and materials can all be adapted to create a comfortable environment.
They’re ideal for larger yards and all-weather management, especially where an indoor space for grooming or tacking up is important.
Absolutely. We can retrofit internal stabling into existing structures, with new partitions and flooring as needed.
Yes. All site prep, drainage, and installation are handled by our team.
Options include pitched, mono-pitch, gable, and tiled finishes, depending on design and planning restrictions.
Yes, we can fit a wide range of accessories and fittings, including automatic water, swing feeders, and premium joinery.