Hampshire Reptile Trust

07/05/2026

Another busy display this past weekend! This time we were at Fryern funtasia - /Dream Empire Events LTD It was a surprisingly warm day. I’d say we were busy but just a small few pictures will show that! Lots of great feedback from all the public as always. Seeing all the smiling and laughing, while people are learning all about our awesome animals (I’m probably biased I know 😅) makes us love what we do even more! Until the next one, keep a lookout for where we will be popping up next the calendar is filling up even faster now 😌🦎🐍💚

24/04/2026

What a weekend at Spring Live 2026! - 🐍🦎
Our first official show weekend as the Hampshire reptile trust!! We had an incredible time sharing the amazing world of reptiles with so many curious and enthusiastic visitors. From gentle giants to tiny, scaly charmers, it was a joy to see people of all ages getting up close, asking questions, and discovering just how fascinating these animals really are.
The team loved every moment, there was never an empty barn; if there was it wasn’t for more than a few minutes — whether it was helping someone overcome their fear of snakes, introducing families to lizards with big personalities, or chatting about the important role reptiles play in our ecosystems aswell as our own personal lives. And of course, a few of our residents soaked up plenty of attention (some more than others… Norman I’m looking at you😄).
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by, said hello, and supported us — your curiosity and excitement makes events like this so special. 💚
We start how we mean to go on and can’t wait to do it all again soon… until next year!

And of course, we cannot forget Dave the snail. Who our youngest member insisted on bringing along. Because interest and compassion for any life; should always be encouraged. No matter how big or small, nor native or exotic. It all deserves our care and respect.

South of England Agricultural Society

11/04/2026

We would like to apologise for our recent silence over the past few months. During this time, we’ve been working diligently behind the scenes to ensure everything is in place for a strong and successful year ahead—and we’re not far from revealing more in the coming months.

With that said, we’re delighted to share that we recently held our first official public display as the Hampshire Reptile Trust, in collaboration with our valued partners Portsmouth Reptile and Amphibian Society - PRAS at the Army Flying Museum.
The event was a fantastic success, welcoming visitors of all ages. It was especially rewarding to see so many people overcome their fears, engage with the animals, and leave with smiles, curiosity, and a greater appreciation for reptiles. Inspiring the next generation of reptile enthusiasts—and perhaps even future keepers—is exactly what we aim to achieve.

Here are a few highlights from the day 📸, (pictures of young ones have been given verbal parental consent, and faces blurred at their request)

keep your eyes peeled as we will be sharing our upcoming events calendar very soon.

13/10/2025

We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our new followers. Your support means so much to us.

Recently, we’ve seen some wonderful rehomes take place, and it’s truly rewarding to witness such positive outcomes. At the moment, our space is limited, so we’re only able to accommodate a small number of reptiles in our care.

I’ve put together a pie chart showing the reasons reptiles are rehomed so far. Having volunteered in reptile rehoming for the past eight years, it’s clear that the majority of rehomes come from responsible, caring owners. It’s rare that we encounter cases of abandonment or neglect — while it does happen, it’s far less common than many might think.

Most of the reptiles we take in have been deeply loved, and their owners make the responsible choice to rehome them when circumstances change. When taking on an animal that may live 20, 30, or even 100 years, it’s impossible to predict every future event in our lives. As responsible keepers, it’s our duty to always act in the best interest of our pets, even if that means making the difficult decision to find them a new home.

Apologies for the lack of posts, but a lot is happening behind the scenes. Continue to follow us for updates on our journey ❤️

01/10/2025

18/09/2025

🔹 Hampshire Reptile Trust – Supporting Responsible Rehoming and Welfare 🔹

The Hampshire Reptile Trust is dedicated to the responsible rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of reptiles across the region. Our aim is to provide expert care for animals in need while promoting best practice in reptile welfare.

We believe collaboration is key. By working alongside the reptile trade, breeders, hobbyists, and keepers, we can build a stronger, more supportive network that benefits both animals and the wider community.

Our goals are simple:
✅ To provide a safe haven for reptiles requiring new homes
✅ To promote responsible ownership and education
✅ To support the trade through positive, professional partnerships

If you are a keeper, breeder, or business interested in working with us, we would be delighted to connect. Together, we can ensure reptiles receive the respect, care, and opportunity they deserve.

📩 Please contact us directly for further information or to discuss partnership opportunities.

05/09/2025

Meet Dali, Dali is a green phase variable kingsnake (Lampropeltis Leonis) she is one of our very first rehome reptiles ❤️ she was unfortunetly rehomed due to the cost of living crises. If you can offer Dali a home, please feel free to message us or pop us an email at [email protected].
Dali has been quarantined for 3 weeks and has been consistently feeding. She is quite skittish but is handleable.