Some wounds can’t be seen — but they can be healed. 🐎✨

At HorseBack UK, we witness it every day: the quiet power of horses helping people rebuild, reconnect, and move forward after physical or mental injury.

Our new documentary, now live via the link 🔗 in our bio, explores these deeply human stories and the extraordinary role horses play in recovery, resilience, and hope.

Watch the film. Feel the connection. Share the journey.
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#HorseBackUK #HealingThroughHorses #EquineAssistedServices #InvisibleWounds #Recovery Resilience Hope

In the quiet hills of Aboyne, The Highlands of Scotland, something extraordinary is happening. Through the gentle power of horses, lives shaped by trauma are finding a new way forward. (🔗 Click the link in the bio to watch the full film)

The Healing Power of Horses is a cinematic short documentary that steps inside the world of HorseBack UK, a pioneering charity using equine-assisted therapy to help military veterans, emergency service personnel, and young people rebuild confidence, trust, and resilience.

Filmed with an intimate, fly-on-the-wall approach, this film captures raw, unscripted moments where healing begins — not through words, but through connection. Between human and horse. Between past and possibility.

Inside the film:

• The King’s Trust Youth Development Programme – empowering young people with personal growth, employability skills, and recognised qualifications

• Veterans Residential Course – supporting former service personnel living with PTSD as they reconnect, rediscover purpose, and rebuild life after service

Funded by the Sir Peter O’Sullevan Charitable Trust, the documentary draws a powerful parallel between veterans redefining life beyond the uniform and racehorses finding purpose beyond the track — a shared journey of rehabilitation, dignity, and hope.

This is not just a film about horses.

It’s a story about healing, identity, and second chances.

About slowing down, listening, and discovering strength where you least expect it.

If you believe in the power of compassion, connection, and meaningful storytelling, this film is for you.
#horsebackuk #youthdevelopment #fyp

🌟 Today we meet Georgia Auld, our Yard Assistant here at the centre. In her own words she tells us how she came to HorseBack UK as part of our accredited Schools Personal Development Programme, then as work experience, and now working here full time with us as part of the team…
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🌨️❄️ 🥶 Brrr! It’s a chilly -5°C today at HorseBack UK, but that hasn’t stopped the incredible Banchory Academy Schools Development Group from shining bright! 🌟

The team is showing off their skills and building bonds with some of our 42 beautiful horses at the accredited learning centre. With the farrier by our side, everyone is learning about teamwork and equine-assisted learning in such a fun way! Despite the cold, the warmth of teamwork and learning brings joy to us all.

🐴❤️👉 Please like and share to spread the love!

#HorseBackUK #BanchoryAcademy #EquineLearning #teamwork

We’re delighted to announce a partnership with @thebeastukofficial (formerly “UK Maiden Experience) a brand new Iron Maiden tribute show who are touring UK theatres next year!

These guys are preparing an incredible show for 2025 with stage show, pyrotechnics and more! We’re incredibly proud to be partnered with them for their tour next year.

The Beast UK are pledging £1 of every ticket sold to our charity! They have an estimated 10,000 tickets for sale!

TOUR DATES ANNOUNCED - Wednesday 13th November
ON SALE - Saturday 16th November!!

Stay tuned for more from ourselves and The Beast UK, as they’re traveling up in December to take part in some horse related actives and even playing a few songs up here!

Be sure to get your tickets!

Visit them at @thebeastukofficial or www.thebeastuk.co.uk

Take a look at this conversation between Jock and William!

As we rode, we delved into the importance of camaraderie and unity among the allies—French, Brits, and Americans—whose bonds were forged in the fires of WWII and remain essential today. Our conversation was a powerful reminder that the freedom we cherish is a result of enduring partnerships and shared sacrifices.

It’s vital we preserve these memories and continue to share the stories of those who fought for our liberty. As we enjoyed a moment of light-heartedness with a ‘drinky poo’ in our bell forts, we reaffirmed our commitment to stay united in honour and remembrance.

Thank you, William, for the camaraderie on this ride and the ongoing mission to keep history alive. We’re looking forward to continuing this journey together in September.

Share in the comments anything you want us to answer, wed love to chat with you

#DDay80 #Normandy2024 #AlliedUnity #FreedomRide #HBUKDday80

Yesterday took us to Grandcamp-Maisy, just 2.4km from Pointe Du Hoc on the historic Omaha Beach, where the 2nd and 5th U.S. Rangers bravely fought to dismantle the Maisy Gun Emplacement Batteries. 🎖️ Amidst this profound backdrop, we had the unexpected honor of meeting Brigadier General Jonathan P. Braga, Commander of Special Operations Command, Pacific, along with his wonderful family.

The Brigadier General shared poignant reflections on the significance of being here for the 80th D-Day anniversary. ‘There’s no better place to be with the last remaining members of the Greatest Generation that fought for the freedom of the world,’ he expressed, emphasizing the importance of family support in both military and civilian life.

Swipe to see moments from our meeting and hear more about how their family’s presence enriches this commemoration. It’s a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy of those who serve and the families who stand by them. 🌍✨

We’re deeply grateful for the chance to connect and share stories of courage, legacy, and the unbreakable bonds of family. #DDay80 #normandy #VeteranSupport #HonorAndRemember

Early risers today as we headed to the iconic Deauville Racecourse for a meaningful meet-up with Aaron Gryder, former American Champion Jockey and VP at 1/ST Racing, one of our proud sponsors. 🐎🌅

Aaron and our own Jock delved into a topic close to our hearts: finding new purpose for former racehorses. These majestic animals, much like veterans, seek a second chapter after their first careers end, and we’re dedicated to helping them transition smoothly.

It’s partnerships like these with 1/ST Racing and support from organizations like EIF-Equine Immersion Foundation and Racing To Relate that amplify our efforts and impact. Together, we’re creating pathways that honor and repurpose the strength and spirit of these incredible horses.

Stay tuned as we explore more ways to make a difference. DDay80 #neverforget #hbukdday80

Last night we stood in the quiet early hours, we witness the stirring commemorations of the Pegasus Bridge assault, exactly 80 years ago to the minute. 🌉 #DDay80

Pegasus Bridge, initially named Bénouville Bridge, was a critical early battleground during the D-Day operations. In a daring mission that marked one of the first ground actions of D-Day, 180 troops of the Ox and Bucks Light Infantry, led by Major John Howard, skillfully captured these strategic points. Their incredible precision allowed them to land in Horsa gliders mere meters from their objectives, securing both bridges in under ten minutes.

The scene today is electric, with fireworks illuminating the sky, mirroring the explosive history of this site as thousands gather to honor the bravery that turned the tides of war. Brigadier Lord Lovat’s commandos, famously led ashore to the sounds of Bill Millin’s bagpipes against all orders, reinforced the critical eastern flank, leaving a legacy of bold defiance and Scottish pride.

Join us in reflecting on this pivotal moment in history, celebrating the fearless spirit of those who fought for freedom. 🎖️🎶 #paratrooper #commando #fypシ #PegasusBridge #DDay80 #DDay #HBUKDday80 #Dday80

Today, here from jock as they stand solemnly at the British War Memorial in Normandy, a sacred site that echoes the sacrifices made 80 years ago. As HBUK walked among the silhouettes representing fallen soldiers and read the plaques dedicated by their loved ones, the weight of their sacrifices felt all the more real.

These young heroes, aged 19, 21, 22, left a legacy of freedom forged in the harrowing sands of these beaches. This memorial, with names etched on every pillar, serves as a stark reminder of the price paid for our liberty.

We urge you to visit, to bring your children, and to teach them about the tremendous cost of peace. Let them learn about the unsung battlefields, the countless lives lost beyond what history books capture.

This is more than history; it’s a pilgrimage to honor all who gave everything for us to live freely. If this place doesn’t move you, nothing will.

Fly past rehearsals are underway for tomorrow’s D-Day 80 commemorations. Let’s remember, reflect, and educate.

#DDay80 #Normandy2024 #BritishWarMemorial #NeverForget #HBUKDDAY80 #RememberanceRide