8 of the best equestrian headwear accessories
Horse & Hound's buying guides feature the best kit on the market. With temperatures at that awkward stage where it is neither hot nor cold, a stylish cap or headband is ideal clothing for riding in. Don't miss this great selection
Mark Todd fleece headband
From the Mark Todd fleece accessories range, this useful headband is perfect for keeping your ears cosy and warm. Available in one size and colours black, navy, chocolate, rosebud, red, purple, burgundy or electric blue.
RRP: £4.50
Visit: www.wefi.co.uk or call 01303 872277
KINGS wooden sunglasses
Each pair of KINGS is hand-crafted from select cuts of sustainably sourced wood to produce a premium and unique fram. Safe for riding in, the KINGS are fitted with anti-shatter polarised lenses, spring-loaded arms and supplied in a gift box. Choose from a collection of preppy frames, including authentic Harris tweed, to match your outfit this summer with the British countryside’s premium brand of sunglasses.
RRP: £50-£65 including worldwide delivery
Visit: www.sportinghares.com or call 01686 640249
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Toggi Cortes
Cortes from Toggi is a leather crushable hat with striking braided trim. Ventilation holes make this a good piece to wear on a warmer day. Available in chocolate and sizes S-XL.
RRP: £45
Visit: www.toggi.com, email info@toggi.com, or call 0113 270 7000
Hy fleece headband
Protect your ears against the biting chill with these practical fleece headbands. Shaped to flatter and made from soft fleece, don’t get caught out in the cold without one! Available in chocolate, raspberry, navy, sky blue.
RRP: £4.99
Visit: www.Hy-Equestrian.com, 01522 529206
Timothy Foxx Union Jack patchwork tweed flat cap
This cap brings a quintessentially English touch to country loving fashionistas! These flat caps are available in a variety of unisex sizes and all feature a unique patchwork blend of British and Scottish tweeds and a vintage inspired Union Jack flag linen patch. Designed and made here in the UK, these hats are suited to spring/summer style.
RRP: £49
Visit: www.timothyfoxx.co.uk or call 01296 423 399
Pikeur logo cap
This cap from Dressage Deluxe is manufactured from a microfibre fabric and features a contrasting Pikeur logo across the front. The Pikeur logo cap offers a stylish solution to hat hair! Available in navy, orange or pink.
RRP: £22
Visit: www.dressagedeluxe.co.uk
Equetech Wheatley tweed Baker boy cap
Made from Equetech Wheatley tweed pure new wool this cap features a tweed peak, eight tweed panels with a matching covered button to finish. Suited for life away from horses, show hunter, in-hand and Mountain & Moorland classes. The cap is Teflon coated for a showerproof finish.
RRP: £31.50
Visit: www.equetech.com
Wide wool Noood
The Noood is a versatile accessory. It can be worn as a hat whilst mucking out and then slide it down to wear it as a snood when you put on your riding hat making it a garment to add to your equine wardrobe.
RRP: £28
Visit: www.nooodlondon.com
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Gemma is an experienced journalist, who was a member of H&H staff from 2014 to September 2025. She is passionate about all equestrian sports, including racing and point-to-pointing. She has enjoyed riding out for top trainers Nicky Henderson and Charlie Appleby and took part in a charity Flat race at Epsom in August 2018. Gemma’s has reported from numerous five-star events around Britain and Europe, as well as European championships.