Terms & Conditions

1. About These Terms

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of this website (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Site.

2. About Us

This Site is operated by Equus Horseboxes (“we”, “us”, “our”).
Contact details:
Email: Equushorseboxes@gmail.com
Address: 135 Moss Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 4LQ

3. Use of the Site

You agree not to use the Site for any unlawful or prohibited purpose. You must not:

  • Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Site
  • Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Site or connected systems
  • Use the Site for fraudulent or harmful activity

Equus Horseboxes may suspend or restrict access to the Site without notice for maintenance or security reasons.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site (including text, graphics, logos, images, and software) is owned by or licensed to Equus Horseboxes and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify or reuse content without our prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

5. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources. Equus Horseboxes is not responsible for:

  • The content or accuracy of third-party sites
  • The availability or reliability of third-party services
  • Loss or damage arising from use of third-party content

Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Equus Horseboxes does not guarantee that:

  • The Site will operate without interruption or error
  • The content is accurate, complete, or up to date
  • The Site or server are free from viruses or harmful components

Content is for general information only and should not be relied upon as professional advice.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Equus Horseboxes shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from:

  • Use of or reliance on the Site
  • Inability to access or use the Site
  • Third-party websites or services
  • Errors, interruptions, or security breaches

This includes indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.

8. User-Generated Content

If you submit or upload material to the Site (e.g., comments, reviews), you:

  • Grant Equus Horseboxes a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, display, and distribute it
  • Confirm that you own or have permission to use such material
  • Agree not to post unlawful, defamatory, or harmful content

Equus Horseboxes reserves the right to remove user content at its discretion.

9. Privacy & Data Protection

Equus Horseboxes processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

For details on how we collect and use data, please see our Privacy Policy.

10. Cookies

The Site may use cookies to enhance performance and functionality.

For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

11. Changes to These Terms

Equus Horseboxes may update these Terms from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: Equushorseboxes@gmail.com

Equus Horseboxes

Last Updated: 27/01/2026

Horsebox Hire – Terms & Conditions

Please read the following terms and conditions carefully.
This is a legally binding contract which you will need to sign
to be able to hire the horse box from Equus Horse Box
Hire.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  1. Definitions: ‘Owner’ means EQUUS Horsebox Hire. ‘Hirer’ means
    the person(s) named in this Agreement.
  2. Use of Vehicle: The vehicle may only be used for the lawful
    transport of no more than two horses.
  3. Authorised Drivers: Only drivers named and approved may drive
    the vehicle.
  4. Security Deposit: A £50 refundable security deposit is payable on
    collection.
  5. Insurance Excess: £700
  6. Financial Responsibility: The Hirer warrants sufficient cleared
    funds are immediately available at all times.
  7. Failure to Pay or Breach: Any breach or failure to pay will result in
    immediate legal action.
  8. Mileage Allowance: 200 miles per day included. Excess charged
    at £0.45 per mile.
  9. Fuel: Vehicle must be returned at the same fuel level as
    collected.
  10. Vehicle Condition: Vehicle must be returned clean and
    undamaged.
  11. Late Return: £50 per hour or part hour applies.
  12. Cleaning Charge: £50 charge if returned unclean.
  13. Fines & Penalties: Hirer is responsible for all fines, charges and
    penalties.
  14. Cancellation Policy: 50% refund if cancelled in writing MORE
    THAN 10 DAYS before hire date.
  15. Cancellations within 10 days are non-refundable.
  16. Breakdown & Delays: No liability accepted for delays or missed
    events.
  17. Accidents & Damage: Must be reported immediately. No
    admission of liability.
  18. Theft: Must be reported to police immediately with crime
    reference.
  19. Geographic Limits: England, Scotland & Wales only.
  20. Governing Law: This Agreement is governed by English law.
    • The Hirer must comply at all times with the Highway Code and
      all DEFRA regulations relating to the transportation of horses.
    • The vehicle is limited to a maximum of two (2) horses, each
      not exceeding 17.2hh. Carrying larger horses may render the
      vehicle
      overweight.
    • Any DVSA/VOSA fines or penalties relating to vehicle weight
      or loading shall be the sole responsibility of the Hirer.
    • Horses, animals, tack and personal property carried in the
      vehicle are not insured by the Owner and must be insured by the
      Hirer or
      horse owner.
    • The Hirer agrees to fully cooperate with the Owner and the
      Owner’s insurers until any claim is fully settled.
    • No more than three (3) persons may travel in the cab. Children
      under seven (7) must use a compliant car seat supplied by the
      Hirer.
    • Vehicle insurance certificate, MOT certificate and vehicle
      height details are kept in the cab of the vehicle.
    • The Owner will provide operating instructions on collection and
      a Citroën user manual is kept in the vehicle.
    • The Hirer is responsible for all fines, penalties, tolls,
      congestion charges and parking tickets incurred during the hire
      period.
    • The Hirer must not permit misuse of the vehicle by themselves
      or any passenger.
    • If the vehicle becomes unroadworthy due to the Owner’s fault,
      unused hire days will be refunded.
    • No refund applies if the vehicle becomes unroadworthy due to
      the Hirer’s fault, misuse or breach.