1 festive splat and 7 other great bits of horsey social media this week
Enjoy some of our favourite updates from equestrian social media channels during the past week. From some unique jumping styles to a great interpretation of how to put on a rug, it all happened on social media this week.
Don’t miss the exciting competition on this weekly page. Our favourite tweet each week will win either an Apatchy mini tablet case or an Apatchy cosmetic bag, personalised with your own initials. For more information about the competition and to find out who this week’s winner is, go to the bottom of this page.
Equestrian social media posts of the week
Two very famous elves
This happened and then they went on to win — well sat!
We’re a little bit in love with this miniature donkey
I posted a video last night it all didn't upload will try again. Here the Crazy man does one of his tricks " I say lay down go night night"Posted by Tiny Tim the Mini Donkey on Sunday, December 31, 2017
At least this follower can see funny side of his situation
This little guy has got the right idea
Never miss out on the latest happenings in the equestrian world
No tots were hurt in the making of these great photos!
Oh my…
?? Naughty April!!!Posted by Nicole Mills on Monday, January 1, 2018
And congratulations to this week’s Social Media Post of the Week winner
When your non-horsey other half helps with your horse…
Pam Swift added a new photo.
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Tweet of the week competition
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Gemma is an experienced journalist, who was a member of H&H staff from 2014 to September 2025. She is passionate about all equestrian sports, including racing and point-to-pointing. She has enjoyed riding out for top trainers Nicky Henderson and Charlie Appleby and took part in a charity Flat race at Epsom in August 2018. Gemma’s has reported from numerous five-star events around Britain and Europe, as well as European championships.