When it comes to horse riding, safety is a priority! No matter what discipline you’re in, whether it’s happy hacking to dressage competitions to horse racing, you should always wear a horse riding helmet. Here are our top 10 best horse riding helmet brands for equestrian people.

1. Charles Owen

Charles Owen has manufactured horse riding helmets in Britain for over 100 years! They make everything from jockey skull caps, polo helmets, to the luscious velvet and premium range. They also have an awesome kids range including sparkly helmets. Charles Owen tends to be at the more expensive end of the range.

2. Champion Hats

Champion Hats famously produced the first British Standard PAS015 helmet, and have a huge focus on safety. They have a range of MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) helmets which use a brain protection system. They create peaked, jockey and kids helmets, for all levels and styles of riding. Sported by many well known British riders throughout the years, Champion is a top name in the horse riding helmets scene for a reason.

3. Samshield Helmets

Samshield horse riding helmets are designed with the inspiration of premium motorcycle helmets technology. They use high-end materials for extreme protection and comfort for horse riders. Their range covers jockeys and eventers to dressage riders all over the world. Originally from France - they’re now a global brand. Samshield is premium - you can even custom design your own helmet, with Swarovski crystals, if you please! Start popping your coins in the piggy bank for a Samshield helmet!

4. Uvex Horse Riding Helmets

Uvex makes helmets for everything, including equestrian! From horse riding to cycling and even extreme sports like ski jumping. Their technology has allowed them to span many sports. Their horse riding range comes with designs tailored to dressage, showjumping and cross-country. Uvex have a helmet for everything from casual hacking to the show ring! You can choose from traditional styles to more modern fashion-focused designs.

5. Kask Equestrian

Kask is another horse riding helmets brand that makes helmets for a range of sports due to their excellent niche technologies. Their helmets are at the higher end of the price range, and it’s clear why! They also have a range of helmets for all disciplines, all made from gorgeous quality materials and super slick designs. Some models are available on request only - which are handmade in Italy!

6. GPA Helmets

Originally designed for F1 and car racing, GPA branched out into horse riding helmets to leverage their performance across other disciplines that required high safety standards. Made in France, GPA helmets come in all shapes and sizes, from training to all competition disciplines. They also make helmets tailored for horse racing and polo. Available at mid range prices, all the way up to to-of-the-line! Check out their ‘First Lady’ collection - famous for its elegance and performance!

7. Tipperary Equestrian

Having first specialised in body protectors, Tipperary USA’s equestrian safety knowledge allowed them to expand into creating affordable, quality horse riding helmets. Their range spans from the economical Sportage range to the fancier Windsor range for competitions.

8. John Whittaker Riding Helmets

John Whittaker MBE is a British equestrian and Olympian who competes in show jumping. Naturally, his horse riding helmet range is designed with the showjumper in mind. With helmets for all disciplines and appropriate for most riding clubs, it's also a very affordable helmet range that ticks all the boxes necessary of a horse riding hat!

9. New Derby Equestrian Helmets

New Derby makes jockey helmets for horse racing, plus a range that is particularly favoured by Pony Club Riders! They’re high quality, many models made from full deer/doe leather, often with removable peaks for track riders and competition. New Derby is also pretty affordable given the quality of their horse riding helmets.

10. Resistol Horseback Riding Helmets

For the western riders out there, a whole different style of horse riding helmets are in order. Resistol create safety helmets designed to look like traditional western cowboy hats. Made in America, by cowboys, for cowboys, the Resistol range will keep you safe around the ranch.

Are you ready for a leg up?

Choose your next horse riding helmet from one of our top 10 best horse riding helmet brands for equestrian people! You’ll be able to ride with peace of mind that you’re safe, and probably pretty stylish too. One last word, if you are not sure about the steps while choosing a riding helmet, take a look at these tips on finding the right helmet for yourself, take a look at these tips for finding your ideal riding helmet. Tally ho!