Anyone got a Bateson trailer?

[JoanneMS]

Hi, its my first post, so hope its in the right place!
I am thinking about buying a new Bateson trailer, Deauville model.I need it to replace my older Rice Beaufort as I now live abroad, and the spec is similar. Has anyone got a Deauville and how do they find it?Many thanks in advance.

 

[Toby_Zaphod]

In a word--- Brilliant. They are well constructed, light & airy, got a couple of saddle racks in the front. They tow beautifully & unlike Ifor Williams, they actually have tie rings on the sides. To be honest I believe them to be the best.

All the details are on this site:-
http://www.batesontrailers.com/horse-trailers.asp

 

[MagicMelon]

I have the Ascot version and its excellent. Agre with everything Toby_Zaphod says! The ascot has a tack locker in the front which is so useful. Ive never actually had a horse who hasnt wanted to load into it!

 

[fizzer]

agree, not long had mine, brill

 

[MillionDollar]

Not had one myself, but a friend bought one brand new, top model- 8 months later she was loading her horse when its leg went straight through the ramp

I know this is probably a one off, but it has put me right off them.

 

[JoanneMS]

Thank you all for being so quick, very positive in the main.

 

[madhector]

got a second hand one, must be about 7yrs old, still fab, love it!

 

[icestationzebra]

I have a Deauville - love it! I have used other trailers over the years and this by far the best designed, horse travels well in it and it tows beautifully.

 

[ticobay831]

I think theyre great trailers, a friend has one and she loves it.
I will be getting one soon.

Debs x

 

[Theresa_F]

I have a 8 year old Bateson Derby - I love it - can be towed by a large car and takes 2 x 15 hands.

Well made, light and airy inside and I have no problem with a rear unload only trailer.

Would most definately consider another one.

Final thing - seem to be less of a thief magnet than the Ivors.

 

[JoanneMS]

Thank you all for continuing to post.