Oakley Horseboxes

13/08/2025

Thank you all, for your kind and thoughtful comments. For those wishing to attend please find the funeral details below:

Thursday 28th August 2025, 12:00pm at St. Johns The Evangelist, High Road, High Cross, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG11 1AZ. And all would be welcome to join the wake at The Sword Inn Hand Westmill, Westmill, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 9LQ after the service.

https://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices/30-07-2025-brian-charles-oakley/

Brian Charles Oakley, 20th March 1933 - 30th July 2025.

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Brian Charles Oakley, aged 92.

Brian passed away peacefully at his Hertfordshire home surrounded by family. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, partner and founder of Oakley’s, he had a full and wonderful life. We are all immensely proud of his lifelong dedication to the coachbuilding industry.

At just 14 years old, Brian, with his father built and sold his first horsebox and continued to dedicate 78 years to building his business into a market leader. Brian was fundamental in pioneering developments to create the modern day luxury horseboxes and recreational vehicles for which Oakley’s are known worldwide.

In a true testament to his genuine and generous character, and always the joker, Brian was highly respected by all those that worked alongside him, which is reflected in the long service of many employees. Brian was popular with customers and suppliers alike, many of whom became dear friends and loyal customers over the years. Outside of work his racehorses were his pride and joy to follow. We are grateful for his wide reaching impact, not just within our organisation, but on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

And in a phrase he might well have used himself,
“Rest easy Chap.”

Please be assured Oakley Coachbuilders will continue to operate as normal and continue his wonderful legacy.

31/07/2025

Brian Charles Oakley, 20th March 1933 - 30th July 2025.

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Brian Charles Oakley, aged 92.

Brian passed away peacefully at his Hertfordshire home surrounded by family. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, partner and founder of Oakley’s, he had a full and wonderful life. We are all immensely proud of his lifelong dedication to the coachbuilding industry.

At just 14 years old, Brian, with his father built and sold his first horsebox and continued to dedicate 78 years to building his business into a market leader. Brian was fundamental in pioneering developments to create the modern day luxury horseboxes and recreational vehicles for which Oakley’s are known worldwide.

In a true testament to his genuine and generous character, and always the joker, Brian was highly respected by all those that worked alongside him, which is reflected in the long service of many employees. Brian was popular with customers and suppliers alike, many of whom became dear friends and loyal customers over the years. Outside of work his racehorses were his pride and joy to follow. We are grateful for his wide reaching impact, not just within our organisation, but on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

And in a phrase he might well have used himself,
“Rest easy Chap.”

Please be assured Oakley Coachbuilders will continue to operate as normal and continue his wonderful legacy.

27/07/2025

A fantastic week at the Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead, exhibiting our Oakley Supersport 3.5T, Oakley Supreme 7.5T and Oakley Supremacy 26T range.

Thank you so much to our wonderful customers for letting us use your vehicles on the stand.

05/07/2025

The stunning Scania 560S of C&J Racehorse Transport out in France🐎🇫🇷

An Oakley 9/10 stall transporter engineered from the chassis up, designed with meticulous detail for equine comfort and safety on the roads. Finished with striking navy accents and matching Alcoa wheels.

18/06/2025

All set up and ready for the week The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead - the new 2025 3.5T and 7.5T demo vehicles ready just in time! Along with a stunning 2021 Oakley Supremacy 26T. We look forward to seeing you 🧡🩶

06/06/2025

This Oakley Supreme 14T departed in April, sold prior to being finished as the demo. A large 4 stall horsebox with two slide outs, to create a spacious living area finished with the new 2025 silvered oak interior, and with smart grey paintwork to exterior.

Luxury and craftsmanship in every detail.

28/05/2025

When the line up outside head office looked this good on route to Hickstead last year🤩
We are delighted to be exhibiting our vehicles at the following shows in 2025:

Hickstead Derby, Thursday 19th – Sunday 22nd June

Royal International Horse Show, Wednesday 23rd – Sunday 27th July

Defender Burghley Horse Trials, Thursday 4th – Sunday 7th September

Le Mieux National Dressage Championships, Thursday 11th – Sunday 14th September

We look forward to seeing you all!

Defender Burghley Horse Trials The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead Lemieux National Dressage Championships

23/05/2025

Matte paintwork is here to stay, a selection of Oakley vehicles all finished in a unique matte paint.

16/05/2025

A closer look at the Oakley Supremacy Motorhome, built upon a Scania S500. Featuring an incredible specification, with a luxury interior which incorporates 4 slide outs with ample living accommodation. Completed with a rear garage on a hydraulic lift system.

Thank you for your most valued custom and for letting us create this truly bespoke vehicle!

12/05/2025

Refurbishment and restoration of this Scania 143 V8 Streamline Centurion 500bhp. 1 out of 100 special edition trucks produced by Scania in 1991, still today it is a truly remarkable truck. Making a show debut at Lincoln Truckfest we look forward to seeing it at more truck shows soon.

Our workshop has an exciting new development, that means we can take on further refurbishment and paintwork of commercial vehicles in the near future.

06/05/2025

Lambourn Racehorse Transport take delivery of their new 18T 6 stall horsebox. Each transporter vehicle is uniquely constructed with strength, practicality and longevity in mind. 🩶💚

28/04/2025

The perfect mid size vehicle departed in January Oakley Supreme 14T 4 stall horsebox with two slide outs, to create a spacious living area, finished with matte blue paintwork to the exterior.

Luxury and craftsmanship in every detail.

Thank you for your most valued custom and wishing you many happy miles.