Children's Half Chaps & Gaiters

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Half chaps and gaiters zip around a child's lower leg, worn over jodhpurs and short boots to help protect against the rub and pinch of stirrup leathers – and to give the smart long-boot look without the long-boot price on a leg that is still growing. The choices that matter are material (machine-washable synthetic, soft suede or proper leather), sizing (most run Child Small–X-Large by calf and leg measurements, while some brands simply size by age) and fit features like elasticated panels and full-length zips that small hands can manage on their own. Just Horse Riders stocks children's half chaps and gaiters from brands including Brogini, Dublin, Shires and Ariat, from around £5. Free UK delivery over £50 · Fast next-day delivery available · 90-day returns · Family-run UK retailer since 2010. Children's half chaps advice from the Just Horse Riders team — last reviewed July 2026. In a hurry? For weekly lessons, the Dublin Childs Easy-Care Half Chaps (£26.09) are the safe choice — machine-washable synthetic suede in black or brown, with an elasticated calf that keeps fitting as your child grows. Choosing children's half chaps and gaiters Choice What it means Washable synthetic The best everyday choice for most children — shrugs off mud and, on pairs like the Gallop and Dublin Easy-Care, goes straight in the washing machine. Suede Softer and grippier against the saddle, so popular for regular schooling. Brush clean rather than machine wash. Leather The smartest and hardest-wearing option, like Ariat's full-grain Youth Scout. Costs more, so best for a child riding several times a week. Lightweight mesh Breathable fabric for warm weather, pony camp and summer lessons, when a full-weight chap gets sweaty. Age sizing vs calf sizing Most children's chaps run Small–X-Large based on calf width and leg height; Brogini simply sizes by age 6–12. Either way, measure rather than guess. Measuring a child's calf and leg Take two measurements with your child sitting down, wearing the