Children's Riding Jackets & Gilets

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Children's riding jackets and gilets are the warm outer layers young riders wear for lessons, yard jobs, hacking and their first competitions. The choices that matter are jacket or gilet , everyday or show , and how it is sized — most everyday styles run by age (7–8, 9–10 and so on), while tailored show jackets are often sized by chest measurement instead. Just Horse Riders stocks children's riding jackets and gilets from brands including Shires Aubrion, Dublin, LeMieux and Equetech, from around £11. Free UK delivery over £50 · Fast next-day delivery available · 90-day returns · Family-run UK retailer since 2010. Children's riding jacket and gilet advice from the Just Horse Riders team — last reviewed July 2026. In a hurry? For everyday lessons and yard time, a fleece gilet or softshell jacket in your child's normal age size is the safe choice — the Shires Aubrion Core Fleece Gilet (from £36.00) is well stocked in four colours across ages 7–8 to 13–14. Choosing a children's riding jacket or gilet Choice What it means Fleece or softshell jacket The everyday layer for lessons and the yard — light enough to ride in, warm enough for standing around at the mounting block, and easy to wash. Gilet (bodywarmer) Keeps the core warm while leaving arms completely free for reins. Layers over a hoodie in autumn and under a coat in winter, so it earns its keep most of the year. Waterproof jacket For wet hacks, turnout duty and rainy lesson days. Look for a longer back and adjustable cuffs so rain does not run down into gloves or over the saddle. Hi-vis jacket or gilet Bright fluorescent fabric with reflective detailing for hacking on or near roads — designed to help drivers spot a young rider sooner, especially on dull days. Show jacket A tailored navy, black or tweed jacket for competitions and Pony Club. Usually sized by chest measurement rather than age, so measure before ordering. Getting the size right without swamping them One size up buys a season of growing room; two size