Mobile timber field shelter supplied and installed by NFF
Mobile field shelters

Mobile field shelters in Sussex

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Mobile field shelters by NFF

NFF supplies and installs mobile timber field shelters for horses and livestock across Sussex, including East Sussex and West Sussex. Made at our Horam workshop, these open-fronted buildings provide weather protection and can be repositioned as paddock use, ground conditions or grazing plans change.

Open-fronted access Animals can enter and leave freely.
Flexible positioning Move the shelter when paddock use changes.
Installed by NFF Delivery and installation coordinated.
Suitability guide

Is a mobile field shelter right for you?

Mobile field shelters suit owners who need practical turnout protection with the option to reposition the building as paddocks, grazing or ground conditions change.

Usually suitable when:

Horses or livestock spend long periods outside.
Animals need freely accessible weather protection.
Paddocks or grazing areas are rotated.
You want the option to reposition the shelter.
A safe movement route is available.

Another option may suit better when:

The building will remain permanently in one location.
Enclosed horse accommodation is needed.
Tack, feed or secure storage rooms are required.
The ground or access makes repositioning impractical.
A larger permanent stable-yard layout is planned.
Product comparison

Mobile field shelter or mobile stable?

Both can provide flexibility, but a mobile field shelter is open-fronted for turnout while a mobile stable provides enclosed accommodation.

Mobile field shelter

Open-fronted turnout protection
Designed for future repositioning
Suitable for changing paddocks
Animals can enter and leave freely

Mobile stable

Enclosed horse accommodation
Useful where horses need separation
More controlled internal environment
Better suited to individual stable use
Which should you choose?

Choose a mobile field shelter for freely accessible turnout protection that may need to move between paddocks. Choose a mobile stable when enclosed accommodation is required.

Buyer guide

Movement, protection and size considerations

Choose the shelter around the animals, the field conditions and how you expect to move it in future.

Weather protection

Rear and side walls provide shelter when the building is positioned correctly.

Movement route

Allow enough space, ground strength and access to reposition the shelter safely.

Animal numbers

Provide enough usable space for the animals likely to use the shelter together.

Entrance arrangement

The opening should allow safe entry, exit and passing without animals becoming trapped.

Shared shelter advice

The shelter should allow animals to enter, leave, turn and stand without being blocked by another animal. Herd hierarchy should be considered when choosing both size and entrance width.

Mobile timber field shelter positioned within a paddock
Site guidance

Positioning, ground and movement requirements

The current position must provide effective weather protection, but the route between future positions also needs firm ground, sufficient space and safe access.

Face the opening away from exposed weather where practical
Avoid low points where water collects
Use firm and reasonably level ground
Maintain a clear route for future repositioning
Consider winter mud around the entrance
Leave suitable delivery, towing and maintenance access
Plan both positions and movement

A mobile shelter only remains useful if it can actually be moved. Review drainage, slopes, gateways, turning space and the route between paddocks before deciding where it will sit.

Practical details

What to consider before installation

Open each item for concise guidance on movement, specification and field management.

Prevailing wind and orientation

Avoid facing the opening directly into the most exposed weather where the site allows.

Movement route and ground

Check gateways, turning space, slopes, wet ground and any obstacles before planning future repositioning.

Timber frame and cladding

The specification should provide practical strength and durability for regular outdoor equestrian use.

Roofing and weather protection

The roof should shed water effectively and suit the exposure of both current and future positions.

Entrance width and animal behaviour

The opening should suit animal numbers and reduce the risk of one animal blocking another.

Skids, towing and repositioning

The movement system must suit the building, ground and towing method. Reposition only when conditions are safe.

Feed and water locations

Avoid arrangements that encourage animals to crowd or block the shelter entrance.

Maintenance

Inspect the timber, roof, fixings, movement points and surrounding ground regularly.

Before ordering

Planning and quotation guidance

Planning

Does a mobile field shelter need permission?

Mobility does not automatically make a shelter permission-free. Planning can depend on its construction, how often it is moved, connected services, permanence and the use of the land.

Check the site-specific position

Confirm the proposal with the relevant local planning authority before relying on the building's mobility.

Cost guide

What affects the price?

Shelter width and depth
Skid and mobility specification
Roof and external finish
Delivery distance and site access
Ground and movement conditions
Bespoke adjustments
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Before you enquire

Useful information to provide

These details help NFF understand the animals, current position, movement route and installation requirements.

Animal type and number
Approximate animal size
Current and future paddock positions
Preferred shelter position
Ground and drainage condition
Gateway and towing access
Project postcode
How often repositioning is expected
Known planning restrictions

Mobile horse shelters for Sussex paddocks

Plan your shelter around the animals using it, exposed weather, drainage and routes between paddocks. For sites across East Sussex and West Sussex, send us your postcode, gate widths and photographs of the intended position so we can confirm a practical delivery and installation plan.

Double Mobile Field Shelter Sussex

Double Mobile Field Shelter Sussex

This completed Sussex project used a double mobile field shelter for flexible horse housing. Use the photograph to discuss the opening, usable space and suitability for your paddock with our team.

See this completed Sussex project

Visit NFF at Downsview Yard, North Corner, Horam, East Sussex, TN21 9HJ. Call 01435 813535 before travelling to check the buildings available to view, or plan your display centre visit.

Need enclosed accommodation? Compare our mobile stables, or view the full Sussex equestrian building range.

FAQs

Mobile field shelter questions

Can you deliver a mobile field shelter anywhere in Sussex?
We welcome enquiries from across East Sussex and West Sussex. Send your postcode, shelter size, gateway measurements and ground details so NFF can confirm access and delivery arrangements. Free delivery and installation is limited to eligible buildings within 40 miles of TN21 9HJ, subject to site conditions and your quotation.
What is a mobile field shelter?
A mobile field shelter is an open-fronted timber building designed to provide freely accessible weather protection while allowing future repositioning between suitable locations.
Who is a mobile field shelter suitable for?
It suits horses or livestock spending extended periods outside where practical weather protection and flexibility between paddocks are important.
How is it different from a mobile stable?
A mobile field shelter is open-fronted for turnout use. A mobile stable provides enclosed accommodation for individual horses.
How large should the shelter be?
Size depends on animal numbers, animal size, herd behaviour and whether they will use the shelter together.
What ground does the shelter need?
It needs firm, reasonably level and well-drained ground at each intended position, together with a safe route between locations.
Can several horses share one shelter?
Yes, where it is appropriately sized and animals can enter and leave without being trapped or blocked.
Does a mobile field shelter need planning permission?
Not automatically either way. Planning status depends on the individual building, movement, permanence, land use and site circumstances, so check with the relevant local authority.
How is a mobile field shelter moved?
Movement depends on the shelter's mobility system, towing method, ground condition and access. The route should be planned before the shelter is ordered.
Can I get an instant quotation?
Yes. NFF's instant quotation tool provides an immediate guide quotation based on your selected shelter options.
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