A Legacy of
Excellence
Our Story
We’ve been making the finest hand-crafted saddles and equine products since 1981.
Craftsmanship at it’s Finest
Frank Baines Saddlery and Fellow of the Society of Master Saddlers (www.mastersaddlers.co.uk) has a long and proud history in the equestrian business. As a young man, Frank was inspired by his grandfather who also worked in the trade. We are A family-run business, established in 1980 with connections to the trade dating back over 150 years, specialising in equestrian dressage, show jumping and eventing saddles.
We are a trade leading, multi-award winning, hand crafted leather saddle manufacturer based in the UK. Our workshop is located in Walsall, the beating heart of the leather industry where fine saddles have been produced since the Middle Ages. When you purchase a saddle from Frank Baines historic craftsmanship, steeped in history is sewn right in.
Frequently asked questions
Please visit our Approved Stockists Locator
Yes you can! Build My Baines is our award winning digital saddle builder, use it to customise the saddle of your dreams!
Every Frank Baines saddle is stamped with a serial number under the flap (on the sweat flap) generally on the near side of the saddle, which helps us locate information specific to that saddle such as: Model, Size, Colour, Fit (at time of Manufacture), Any Other Specifications and also the Date it was made and sold.
This serial number also helps us to authenticate that the saddle is made by Frank Baines Saddlery.
Once you have found the serial number complete this form and we will provide you with the information you need.
Our Ambassadors
Frank Baines Saddlery is proud to have previously worked with many of the world’s top riders
Miri Hackett
- Holistic Horse Trainer
- Natural Horsemanship Focus
- Individualised Approach:
- From Groundwork to Competition
Elise Broche
Dressage Rider & Horse Blogger
- “I loved the sitting, the fitting and the modern design.”
Craig Messenger
- PSG-level dressage rider and coach
- Versatile Horseman
- Successful Competitor & Team Leader
- Breeder & Manager
Daniel Watson
- International Grand Prix Rider & Coach
- Passionate Educator & Judge
- Breeding & Training Philosophy
- Collaborative Approach at Aster Horses
Highly Commended Award in the Technology category at BETA International 2020, for Build My Baines
In 2019, six of our saddle makers were finalists and winners in The Best Made Saddle Competition, held by the Worshipful Company of Saddlers. Frank was previously a judge for this prestigious competition for over 20 years. Frank Baines Saddlery has won the Best New Product Award at the British Equestrian Trade Association Show and additionally, at the Spoga Horse in Germany, we won the European Export Awards, putting us firmly on the international saddlery stage.
We are proud members of the Society of Master Saddlers where Frank was a past president. In 1990, Frank was presented with Freedom of the City of London and in 1992 he was made a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Saddlers with his son, Garry Baines, gaining the same accolade in 2014, followed by Victoria in 2020. Frank was also proudly commissioned to make a saddle for the Princess Royal. These are some of our awards we are most proud to share with you. Continue to follow our progress and share our future success with us.
Our Awards
We are proud to be an award-winning saddlery, recognised by our industry and peers for both our high quality saddles and leadership in shaping the direction and future of saddle making.
