What snakes are found in England, Scotland or Wales?

There are four species of snakes found in UK. Two are mentioned by Simon Kinahan. The other two are smooth snake and slow worm. Snakes species found in the UK. read more

The grass snake is found across the whole of England and Wales, and may be found in southern Scotland, though its range does not extend far beyond the border. The smooth snake is rare in Britain, and is only found in some parts of the South of England near the Channel coast. read more

Throughout the UK, snakes are protected under the Wildlife & Countryside Act of 1981. This means it's illegal to kill or injure them. If you have any concerns regarding a snake issue we would advise you to contact the RSPCA or your local Zoo for specialist help and advice, as snakes need to be dealt with using very specific skills. read more

Ten or eleven species of reptiles occur in Great Britain: three snakes and three lizards, which were established at the time of the last ice age. Additionally, Britain has a number of introduced species which have become naturalized in their new environments. read more