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
Great service.
Great service.
Very Knowledgeable & friendly.
Tarantula arrived well packaged and healthy.
July 30, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your review Joe, it is greatly appreciated.
I would recommend Virginia to anybody
I would recommend Virginia to anybody, the tarantulas I've ordered from her have always arrived well packaged and in excellent condition A+++
July 28, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your lovely review, it is greatly appreciated.
Amazing 8 legged floofs
Really gorgeous spiders and amazingly packed for travel, super quick delivery. Perfect 🥰. Great communication too
August 2, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Nicola, what a lovely review and much appreciated too.
Lovely lady to contact
Lovely lady to contact, very helpful and knowledgeable. Even better is happy to share her knowledge to ensure the best for the inverts.
July 26, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your super review, it is greatly appreciated.
Great business
Delivered on time and packaged great , communication was great through every step of the order , animals came happy and healthy
July 30, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your lovely review Helen, it is greatly appreciated.
Super fast delivery and excellent…
Super fast delivery and excellent communication. The spider arrived perfectly packaged safe and sound. What a beauty it is as well. We are in love. Thank you Virginia.
July 30, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your super review, it is greatly appreciated.
Brilliant service
Brilliant service ! Virginia is very thorough and fully advised throughout transaction ! Love my new little fur baby !
July 20, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks so much for your lovely review Lisa.
Highly recommended
Such a great shop, great communication and super fast delivery. Can't recommend Virginia Cheeseman enough!
July 26, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Natalie, your super review is much appreciated!
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Paul, hope you have a super weekend.
Ordered some spiderlings
Ordered some spiderlings, all came on time alive and well. Great communication and friendly seller. Highly recommended.
July 11, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Jan :) Hope you have a good weekend
Great service and arrived very quickly…
Great service and arrived very quickly very happy
June 30, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your lovely review.
The best company to buy from.
Professional service and the new additions to our family turned up healthy and beautiful.
Website is full of information and has a lot of species...my scorpion is an absolute tank and my son's spiderling is simply stunning.
Thankyou for a great service.
June 20, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your super review Kate, it is greatly appreciated.
Packaged very well and secure
Packaged very well and secure, very fast delivery from my order time, received extras again, they all arrived safe and well, very happy, would highly recommend.
June 24, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your super review, it is greatly appreciated.
Great variety and price
The millipede variety is wide and they're affordable compared to some other suppliers. Arrived within a few days well packaged. Super cute little fellas!
June 22, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your lovely review, it is greatly appreciated.
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you very much for your review, it is greatly appreciated.
THANK YOUUU ❤️ lovely millies
Super amazing company, really knowledgeable experts. I ordered 3 millipedes and they all arrived safe and sound and are perfect.
June 26, 2024
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Thank you very much for your review, it is greatly appreciated.
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Thank you very much for your review Shona, it is greatly appreciated.
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks Matt, that's lovely and much appreciated.
All round excellent
Excellent communication. Virginia is very friendly and helpful, she took the time to answer my questions despite being very busy. The vinegaroon I bought was healthy and had a detailed care sheet with it.Highly recommended
June 17, 2024
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thanks for your super review Erica, it is much appreciated.
Reply from Virginia Cheeseman
Thank you for your review Jay :)
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