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American Barns

Need an all-in-one stable block with room to grow? Our American barns are the ideal solution for anyone looking for a large, secure, and weatherproof equestrian building with everything under one roof.

American Barn Stables Offer Year-Round Shelter
Professional Equestrian Stabling
Include Tack Room, Feed Room, Wash Bay & Hay Store
Nationwide Installation
5-Year Workmanship Guarantee

Olson American Barns

What is an American Barn?

An American barn is a timber stable building featuring a central covered aisle with internal stables on either side. This layout allows for:

Efficient day-to-day care of multiple horses
Dry, sheltered access in all weather
Cool & airy stables in the summer, warm & cosy in winter
Secure enclosed space for horses, tack, and feed
Integrated tack room, feed & bedding storage & wash bay

They’re especially popular for larger stable yards, riding schools, and professional equestrians — but are just as useful for small-scale owners who want everything under one roof.

Bespoke American Barn Layouts - Built Around Your Yard

Every American barn we build is made to order. You choose the number of stables, aisle width, access doors, windows and extras — we’ll take care of the design and build. Typical options include:

4–12 stables per barn (pony, standard, or extra-large box sizes)
Internal tack rooms, feed rooms, or hay storage
Wash bays with drainage
Foaling boxes or separate stallion boxes
Rooflights, windows and full ventilation

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See an American Barn in more detail

Take a closer look at one of our American Barns with a guided tour, highlighting many of the features and options available. This particular bespoke American Barn includes eight stables, an extra-wide walkway, sliding barn doors at either end, wash bay, external top doors to each stable and talk grilles between each.

Why Choose an American Barn?

American barns are ideal for allweather horse care. Their enclosed design offers better protection from wind and rain compared to traditional outdoor stable blocks — making daytoday routines easier and more comfortable for both horses and handlers. Benefits include:

Dry, sheltered working environment
Easier feeding and mucking out
Added security with lockable access
One building, multiple function

American Barn Features

All Olson barns are built from high-quality, pressure-treated timber with 4"x2" framing, galvanised fixings and heavy-duty cladding. We use Onduline roofs as standard, with upgrades to Onduvilla, Tapco or cedar shingles available. We can also incorporate:

Guttering and downpipes
Overhangs for weather protection
Lining and insulation if required
Heavy-duty stable doors and kickboards

Key features at a glance

Fully enclosed barn-style stable buildings
Pressure-treated timber frame and cladding
Wide central aisle with stables on both sides
Custom stabling, feed rooms, wash bays & more
Roof upgrades and ventilation options
DIY kits or full installation available
5-year workmanshipe guarantee
delivery and installation across the uk

Do I need planning permission to build an American Barn?

Yes, most American Barns will require planning permission. This depends on:

Location
Building size
Whether it's a new structure or replacement

We recommend speaking with your local authority or a planning consultant early in your planning process.

What concrete base or foundation is needed for an American Barn?

American Barns must be installed on:

A level concrete base
A single course of bricks to raise the timber framing

We provide detailed base plans and can either:

Recommend a professional contractor, or
Use our in-house groundwork team (depending on your location)

Are American Barns suitable for UK weather conditions?

Yes, despite the name, our American Barns are:

Built to withstand British weather
Offer shelter in winter and ventilation in summer
Covered by our 5-year workmanship guarantee

What are the advantages of an American Barn over traditional stables?

American Barns provide:

All-weather shelter under one roof
Better air circulation
Efficient space layout
Integrated facilities like feed and tack rooms

They’re ideal for large-scale or professional equestrian setups.

Can American Barns be customised to match my property?

Yes. We offer:

Various cladding and roofing materials
Bespoke designs to match aesthetic or functional requirements
Options for height, width, and layout

Do American Barns have ventilation and stay cool in summer?

Yes. American Barns are designed with:

Gable-end vents
Optional top doors or windows
Large sliding barn doors (and optional doors at both ends) to create a through-draft

These features help keep the barn cooler in summer than traditional stable layouts.

What features can be included in an American Barn?

Our American Barns are fully customisable and can include:

Internal stables (single or double row)
Feed rooms
Hay storage
Wash bays
Tack rooms
Top doors or external doors to each stable
Foaling boxes or extra-large stables

How much space do I need to build an American barn?

Space depends on how many stables you require:

Smallest barns include 4 stables
We can build up to 20 internal stables

Thanks to the internal aisle layout, American Barns often use space more efficiently than traditional stable blocks.

What is an American Barn?

An American Barn is a large equestrian building designed for multi-horse use. It includes:

Internal stables
A central aisle or walkway
Space for tack rooms, feed rooms, and wash bays

Ideal for large yards and professional facilities.

Is delivery and installation included?

Installation is always included, unless you choose a DIY option. Delivery is free within much of the South East and Home Counties such as Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Surrey and Sussex and whilst we deliver and install nationwide, we calculate the delivery cost based upon your location. We would be happy to let you know how much delivery is, just get in touch.

Do you cover the whole of the UK?

Yes, we cover the whole of the UK and deliver and install our range of timber buildings nationwide.

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We deliver (to Home Counties) or you can arrange collection of your DIY kit with everything you need, including step-by-step instructions, to install your own building.

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American Barns

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