Celebs Go Dating’s Joshua Ritchie ‘threw party’ amid lockdown

Joshua Ritchie has seemingly poked fun at reports that he broke lockdown rules several times over the bank holiday weekend.

The reality star, 26, took to Twitter on Monday to ask, ‘How’s everyone’s weekend been?’ following claims he threw a giant party for 80 people the day before.

Responding to a fan, Josh stated his weekend had been, ‘Two words: HEAVY DOOOO’ and ‘liked’ a fan’s comment that he was a ‘naughty boy’.

Amused? Joshua Ritchie has seemingly poked fun at reports that he broke lockdown rules several times over the bank holiday weekend

In an Instagram video, where Josh was sat in a car with his friends, he then collapsed in laughter as he stated that the press were ‘going in on him but they don’t know’. 

Josh’s representatives have not responded to MailOnline’s request for comment. 

The posts come amid claims Josh has broken rules by visiting friends and family and holding parties at his home.   

A source told Mirror Online that roughly 80 people attended a party at his home on Sunday.  

Enjoyed yourself? The reality star, 26, took to Twitter on Monday to ask, 'How¿s everyone¿s weekend been?' following claims he threw a giant party for 80 people the day before

Enjoyed yourself? The reality star, 26, took to Twitter on Monday to ask, ‘How’s everyone’s weekend been?’ following claims he threw a giant party for 80 people the day before

Party? Josh reportedly broke lockdown rules several times over the bank holiday weekend, posting that he was throwing a party on Sunday night

Party? Josh reportedly broke lockdown rules several times over the bank holiday weekend, posting that he was throwing a party on Sunday night

In an address to the nation earlier this month, Prime Minister Boris Johnson   announced Brits can visit one person from outside their household if they sit two metres apart and remain outdoors. 

In an Instagram post on Sunday, Josh posted a video of himself at his home in Bolton that he captioned: ‘Who’s having it off tonight (party).’

The Love Island star also shared a video dancing alongside a friend as he shouted: ‘Who’s scared then?’ 

On camera: The reality star, 26, shared several videos dancing with friends at his home in Bolton. Lockdown rules state Brits can visit one person from outside their household if they sit two metres apart and remain outdoors

On camera: The reality star, 26, shared several videos dancing with friends at his home in Bolton. Lockdown rules state Brits can visit one person from outside their household if they sit two metres apart and remain outdoors

Mirror Online claim to have seen more videos that show revellers crowded into his home and even a DJ set up in the garden. 

The social distancing rule states people, excluding those who live together, should stay 2m (6ft 6in) apart from other people in a bid to tackle the deadly virus.

The nation has had to avoid meeting up with loved ones since March 16, a week before the full lockdown came in on March 23. 

MailOnline has contacted Josh’s representatives for comment.  

Loving life: The Love Island star also shared a video dancing alongside a friend as he shouted: 'Who's scared then?'

Loving life: Joshua showed off the mountains of alcohol in his home

Loving life: The Love Island star also shared a video dancing alongside a friend as he shouted: ‘Who’s scared then?’ as well as showing off the mountains of alcohol in his home 

The reports come shortly after Joshua appeared to break the lockdown rules by inviting three friends to his house.

The star took to his Instagram story on Saturday to share a series of snaps as the group gathered at his home in Bolton.

The first post showed Joshua sat alongside two of his friends while enjoying a gaming session on the Xbox.

Together: The reports come shortly after Joshua appeared to break the lockdown rules by inviting three friends to his house

Lockdown: The Celebs Go Dating star took to his Instagram story on Saturday to share a series of snaps as the group gathered at his home in Bolton

Together: The reports come shortly after Joshua appeared to break the lockdown rules by inviting three friends to his house

But they appeared to be flouting the social distancing rules as they sat closer than two metres apart. 

Other clips later showed Joshua’s pals standing around the kitchen as well as lounging together on the sofa as music blared out in the background.   

Meanwhile, Joshua’s ex Charlotte Crosby reportedly flouted lockdown rules by visiting her parents’ house during her 30th birthday party earlier this month. 

Close: The first post showed Joshua sat alongside two of his friends while enjoying a gaming session on the Xbox but they appeared to be flouting the social distancing rules as they sat closer than two metres apart

Close: The first post showed Joshua sat alongside two of his friends while enjoying a gaming session on the Xbox but they appeared to be flouting the social distancing rules as they sat closer than two metres apart

Rule breaking? Other clips later showed Joshua's pals standing around the kitchen as well as lounging together on the sofa as music blared out in the background

Cosy: A representative for Joshua has been contacted for comment

Rule breaking? Other clips later showed Joshua’s pals standing around the kitchen as well as lounging together on the sofa as music blared out in the background

The reality star, her mother Letitia and her father Gary, all shared images from the family celebrations over the weekend, just days after she moved in with her new boyfriend Liam Beaumont.

According to The Sun, sources claimed the media personality began the lockdown period with her mum, before setting up home with her beau.

A representative told MailOnline: ‘Charlotte has acted strictly within the parameters of the rules surrounding lockdown.’ 

Breaking rules? Charlotte Crosby has reportedly flouted lockdown rules again by visiting her parents' house during her 30th birthday party

Breaking rules? Charlotte Crosby has reportedly flouted lockdown rules again by visiting her parents’ house during her 30th birthday party

The former Geordie Shore star uploaded a snap of her pink-themed decorations from Letitia’s sleek kitchen, while her dad posted a sweet family photo of the trio.

Charlotte’s social media activity came after her partner Liam shared a snap from his garden on 24 April messing about with a camera.

The following day, the Newcastle native also posted a picture from her own garden, which seemed eerily similar to her new beau’s. 

New love: The reality star shared images from the family celebrations over the weekend, just days after she moved in with her new boyfriend Liam Beaumont (pictured)

New love: The reality star shared images from the family celebrations over the weekend, just days after she moved in with her new boyfriend Liam Beaumont (pictured)

Reunited: The Geordie Shore star uploaded a snap of her pink-themed decorations from Letitia's sleek kitchen

Same location: The kitchen pictured in November 2018

Reunited: The Geordie Shore star uploaded a snap of her pink-themed decorations from Letitia’s sleek kitchen (R in November 2018)

Over the moon: The honey-blonde beauty appeared in great spirits as she posed with her balloons in a photo posted to her mum's Instagram

Over the moon: The honey-blonde beauty appeared in great spirits as she posed with her balloons in a photo posted to her mum’s Instagram

Treats: The Just Tattoo of Us star was gifted with pink balloons which read her new age

Presents: A bouquet of flowers complete with heart-shaped images of herself was also included

Treats: The Just Tattoo of Us star was gifted with pink balloons which read her new age, as well as a bouquet of flowers complete with heart-shaped images of herself

What's going on? Charlotte's activity came after her partner Liam shared a snap from his garden on 24 April messing about with a camera, which seemed eerily similar to the TV star's

What’s going on? Charlotte’s activity came after her partner Liam shared a snap from his garden on 24 April messing about with a camera, which seemed eerily similar to the TV star’s