Outdoor Horse Mats & Ground Grids: Mud-Free Footing for Every Yard
Recycled-plastic matting trusted across UK yards, built for gateways, tracks, feeding areas and paddocks.
Free advice | UK-wide delivery | Ships from stock, buy by the pallet or per sqm
Why choose Jelka for your outdoor matting?
Eco-Friendly & Horse-Safe
Made from 100% recycled plastic, tested for equine safety and barefoot use
Quick & Easy Installation
DIY friendly - lay mats onto flat ground with minimal prep
Stops Mud in High-Traffic Areas
Stabilises gateways, paddocks & riding areas, even in heavy rain.
In-Stock for Fast UK Delivery
Ships quickly from our UK warehouse, buy by the pallet or per sqm.
Which ground mat or grid is right for your yard?
HIT Top Clean
Gateways, feeding areas or busy standing areas. Heavy-duty mud mat, semi-flexible, made from recycled plastic. 810 x 1140 x 45mm, 24.5kg per mat.
HIT Step Mat
Parking, storage, vehicle access or irregular-shaped areas. Rigid interlocking mat, 500 x 500 x 55mm, 9.3kg per slab.
HIT Mountain Trail
Steep slopes or hilly ground. 1210 x 805 x 40mm, 19.5kg per mat.
Still unsure what mats you need?
HIT DrainGrid
Turnout paddocks needing a permanent grass finish with drainage built in. A sub-surface system, not a surface mat, excavation, membrane and drainage stone required.
Frequently asked questions
Here are some common questions about our outdoor matting products
Coverage varies by product:
HIT Top Clean covers around 27sqm per pallet (30-35 mats).
HIT Step Mat covers 25sqm per pallet (100 slabs).
HIT Mountain Trail covers up to 50 mats per pallet.
Exact quantities are listed on each product page.
Please see the prices of the range here Ground Mats & Grids | Jelka
You can order online or Contact Us for bespoke advise
All mats are delivered via a national courier network using 7.5 tonne or 18 tonne trucks with tail lifts. You can give us more information about your location including What3Words at the check out stage of the shop or via email.
Depends on the product. HIT Step Mat has holes and is designed to reinforce existing grass. HIT Top Clean and HIT Mountain Trail are designed for a permanent grass-free surface. HIT DrainGrid allows a grass finish once backfilled with soil.
Yes, all Jelka ground mats are slip-resistant and safe for both shod and unshod hooves with the correct surfaces applied.
Yes. Level the area and remove any ruts before laying mats. For areas with regular vehicle or machinery use, we recommend installing over a sub-base for longevity. You can contact us with any specific installation questions.
HIT Top Clean is the most common choice for gateways and high-traffic entry points. If you're deciding between Top Clean and Step Mat for your specific setup, we've compared them in detail.
HIT Top Clean, Mountain Trail and Step Mat are surface mats you lay directly onto prepared ground. HIT DrainGrid is a sub-surface system: it requires excavation, a membrane and drainage stone layer, then backfilling with soil for a permanent grass finish. It's a bigger installation but increases ground shear strength and root zone strength where you need a durable, grassed surface.
Beyond the practical mess, standing in mud raises the risk of mud fever and hoof abscesses, and restricted turnout has knock-on effects for a horse's physical and mental health. Getting this right matters beyond convenience, poor footing is linked to mud fever, hoof abscesses and reduced turnout. Read the research