Meadow Hay – Clean, Convenient, and Fully Analysed
This fully analysed, low-sugar, low-starch meadow hay is ideal for a wide range of horses and ponies.
- ESC + starch: 8.4% (as fed) – safe for most horses
- For very sensitive horses, soaking for 30–60 minutes can help reduce sugar content closer to 7%
Each bale is individually wrapped for cleanliness, convenience, and easy transport.
✅ Freshly packed weekly
✅ No sprays or chemical treatments
✅ Loose within the outer wrap (no bale straps)
Why Choose Forageplus Meadow Hay?
Our scientifically analysed hay allows you to feed with confidence. With a known DE (digestible energy) level and nutritional breakdown, we can support you in matching feed precisely to your horse’s needs.
- Good-doers & laminitics – get guidance on feeding rates to avoid excess weight gain
- Poor-doers, older horses or those in work – we’ll help you balance this hay with appropriate concentrates
Packaging & Pallet Details
- 40 bales per pallet
- Approx. 13kg per bale
- Easy to lift, stack, store, and transport — even in your car
Try Before You Buy – Sample Bales Available
Want to see if this hay suits your horse before ordering a full pallet?
We now offer sample bales for £7.42 + £7.50 shipping, giving you the chance to trial one bale before committing.
👉 Contact us here to request your sample bale.
Delivery Information
- Estimated delivery: 4–7 working days
- Delivery window: Monday–Friday, between 9am and 6pm
- Pallet orders are delivered via courier: Aztek Logistics or an approved alternative
- You must be available to sign for the pallet on the delivery day
Delivery Vehicle & Access
- Standard delivery uses an 18-tonne lorry
- If access is limited, a 7.5-tonne vehicle may be requested at checkout (subject to availability and may incur extra charges)
- Deliveries are curbside only via pallet truck
- If the ground is unsuitable, the driver will leave the pallet at the nearest accessible location
- Drivers are not responsible for handling individual bales – please have help ready
Delivery Terms
- Failed deliveries due to no one being present will incur a £15 re-delivery charge
- Hay pallets do not qualify for free shipping
- No local pickup is available
- Requesting delivery without a signature means Forageplus cannot accept liability for damage or loss
- Delivery time slots are not guaranteed – if an exact delivery window is essential, we can check availability with the courier (extra charge may apply)
- If a shipping cost error occurs at checkout, we reserve the right to amend charges
- Please do not pre-order hay if you are unable to take delivery. We are unable to hold stock for you.
How to Order
You can place your order online or by phone. Shipping is calculated separately and we’ll contact you after checkout to confirm costs and arrange delivery.
By purchasing this product, you agree to our full Hay Pallet Terms & Conditions.
chriskent (verified owner) –
So great to get properly anaysed, bagged hay for my little herd of overweighters. good delivery, easy to manouver, horses love it, easy to get in trickle nets. what more can i say? thoroughly recommend
Sam Dawson (verified owner) –
Having American Miniature horses, I had been searching for hay that was clean and proven to be very low in sugar but I also wanted it bagged. After a google search and doing some research I purchased a pallet of Meadow Hay back in July 2022 and have just purchased a further 2 pallets. This hay has been a game changer for me. I can relax knowing that the quality is consistent, and being in small bales it helps me to ration their feed as I know one bale will last my 3 horses 3 days feeding an average amount. The hay itself is of a soft fine texture which is perfect for my little ones as they seem to find it easier to chew and digest which will ultimately help guard against gastric ulcers which can occur with miniatures.
The process of ordering was easy and the communication from Forage Plus was excellent.
Danielle Hitchen (verified owner) –
Fantastic quality hay which is low In sugar but still enjoyable for my laminitic pony, I was soaking and steaming my usual meadow hay and it was still too rich for her. She appears to be much better with her feet now and is in better shape than she’s been for the last few years.
Kirsty Shaw –
Absolutely outstanding quality, could never be without this now after struggling for years.
Rebecca Fowles –
Very good service from Forage Plus and arrived swiftly. Extremely important for my pony to eat good quality, low sugar/starch hay and I am very pleased to see her tuck into her hay without having to worry. The meadow hay has a lovely diverse mixture of grasses and she thoroughly enjoys it. Weight is slowly coming off and I look forward to seeing her thrive on a safe, good quality diet – thanks to Forage Plus for a good product and service.
Kelly Elliott (verified owner) –
Great quality and really fresh
TanyaManser (verified owner) –
This hay has literally been a life saver for my laminitic Fjord. Following her first attack of laminitis, feeding soaked hay, our vet decided the mare’s condition was not improving, the pain was uncontrollable and we should call it a day. I switched to feeding this low ESC hay in a trickle net and pony has made amazing recovery! Her feet are growing much better hoof, she is losing weight, her crest has gone and fat distribution his now normal. Total peace of mind in a bag. Thank you!
Nikkiandcassie30 (verified owner) –
Worth every penny! My horse has gut issues and laminitis! Using this hay means I can control her sugar and starch intake! She is doing so well, the best I have ever seen her in 10 years!
No more need to muzzle her in the paddock! Definitely recommend!
TanyaManser (verified owner) –
This hay has literally been a life saver for my laminitic Fjord. Following her first attack of laminitis, feeding soaked hay, our vet decided the mare’s condition was not improving, the pain was uncontrollable and we should call it a day. I switched to feeding this low ESC hay in a trickle net and pony has made amazing recovery! Her feet are growing much better hoof, she is losing weight, her crest has gone and fat distribution his now normal. Total peace of mind in a bag. Thank you!