I got at least two more than what I ordered. This is common with Virginia if you are ordering multiple small critters. I've known of her business for maybe 30 years. She's reliable, genuine & just... See more
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Wonderful experience again, hats off to Virginia Cheeseman. Look no further everyone, trustworthy, fast, fantastic service and regular updates! Heat pad still warm, lovely little vinegaroon, sent more... See more
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Virginia clearly cares about what she does and i only buy my millipedes from her. she has a lot of stock of captive bred millipedes (my preference) and the fact she is able to breed so many species, w... See more
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I've known of Virginia through entomology shows for years, but never actually ordered direct from her. She kept up great communication. When the items arrived they ALL had little stickers on them gi... See more
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I am the original 'Bug Lady', breeding and supplying many types of creepy crawly pets. My little home business has now been going for over 40 years, in the last few years I have found myself being called the ‘Spider Lady’ more often than not. Trends are continually changing and arachnids are far more popular than they have ever been before. I have a bug room at the side of our house that is dedicated to keeping a multitude of creatures. Since moving out of London in 2003, my work is mainly postal, so many things have changed over the years. My first online store was set up in 2009 and in October 2012 my current online store went live, the photographs are larger and clearer, the information is more comprehensive and the online ordering is simpler and therefore easier to use. Even I find it hard to believe that I once sent out paper catalogues and waited for customers to post me their orders and cheques. I am still readily accessible by email and telephone and I strive to maintain my position as the most friendly and reliable bug supplier!
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21 Willow Close, Flackwell Heath, HP10 9LH, High Wycombe, United Kingdom
- virginia@virginiacheeseman.co.uk
- virginiacheeseman.co.uk
Always great to deal with
Top quality as usual. Great communication and gorgeous animals. Always a pleasure to buy from
July 11, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you for your super review, always appreciated Steve.
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you for your review, it is much appreciated.
Super great service and fast delivery!
July 6, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you for your review, it is much appreciated.
Tailess scorpions
The 2 tailess scorpions arrived on time and extremely well packaged the whole experience from start to finish was superb I was kept upto date with my order letting me know when they were sent n when to expect them I would definitely recommend Virginia to others and will no doubt buy from her again
July 8, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your lovely review Iain, it is greatly appreciated.
Quick delivery
Quick delivery, always well packaged. Healthy and well cared for invertebrates.
July 7, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your review, it is greatly appreciated.
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you for your review, it is much appreciated.
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Mark, much appreciated.
Brilliant service
Brilliant service, fast delivery & got exactly what I was after, perfect 👌🏼
June 5, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Matt, your review is perfect too 😁
Always great updates always kept…
Always great updates always kept informed on when it will be sent out always comes well packed and everything in good condition any problems always sorted
May 27, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks for your lovely review Amanda xx
Very great service
Very great service and looking really forward to owning a scorpion. Great website
May 7, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you for your review Luke, it is much appreciated.
Purchase of pancake slug & Bumblebee millipedes
My lovely purchase arrived safe and well, packaged very well with quick delivery...
April 30, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your review Kerry, it is greatly appreciated.
Fantastic seller
Fantastic seller. I ordered 2 juvenile forest scorpions and a tailless whip scorpion. All 3 were a great size, active and healthy. The TWS even had both whips in tact which was very impressive for such a fragile creature. They were packaged very well and arrived exactly on time. Highly recommended.
April 24, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks for your lovely review Rebecca.
Very well packaged
Very well packaged, excellent communication through the whole ordering process, awesome roaches delivered.
March 31, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your review Clare, it is greatly appreciated.
Scorpions
Fast delivery,butefull and healthy scorpions. Highly recommend buying from this breeder.
April 29, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your review, it is greatly appreciated.
Another excellent delivery
One of, if not the, best in the business. You do not remain as one of the top sellers for so many years if you are not at the top of your game. Excellent quality stock, first class packing and great communication.
April 23, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Steve! What can I say xxx
Great customer service and stock
Great customer service and stock. I first used this company many many years ago and still exceptional.
April 21, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Lovely review, thank you so much Carly.
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Short and sweet, thank you so much for your continued support!
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your nice review, it is greatly appreciated.
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks so much for taking the time to post a review. It is much appreciated.
Everything was great and in good condition
The packaging was wonderfull i love the way you packaged the cockroaches with News paper and i think the cockroaches where in wonderful condition over all everything came in good shape but just one thing i think more people would buy more of the panama cockroach if there wasn’t a 35 pound limit if you know what i mean ok bye thank you for the cockroaches im looking forward to buy more panama cockroaches from you
April 10, 2025
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Patricia, the minimum spend is set at £25 as I work alone and just don't have the time to pack smaller orders. I do spend a lot of time on the packing, to ensure that everything arrives safely.
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