Reptile centre needs new home over growing demand

Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre says it needs to raise £25,000 to move to larger premises due to a growing number of animals needing support.

The centre provides care and rehabilitation for sick, injured and unwanted reptiles in the county and says the demand for its services is "growing rapidly".

The funds raised would be used to pay for veterinary treatment, specialist reptile care equipment and new commercial premises.

Benjamin Checkley, operations manager at the centre, said: "This campaign is about more than just raising money, it's about giving these animals a voice and a future."

The charity, based in Bognor Regis in West Sussex, began in June last year and has so far taken in 10 animals, including three royal pythons, three bearded dragons, three leopard geckos, a Hermann's tortoise and a Horsfield's tortoise.

"Our mission is to provide a safe haven for reptiles who have been sick, injured or unwanted," said Mr Checkley.

"The centre is in urgent need of support from the public to ensure these often-overlooked animals get a second chance at life."

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