Tortoise Blog

They're Hatching

By: Natalie

One of our breeders has been kind enough to send us photos of their eggs hatching. These are the Marginated hatchlings that you can now reserve by way of purchasing a deposit from our website.

Clamp Lamps: What's the Difference?

By: Natalie

If you've ever wondered why we have so many brands available, it's because everyone has a preference and we want to cover them all. If you are still unsure, check out our handy table for an easy comparison of our products.

Tortoise Shop Product Notice

By: Natalie

The Tortoise Shop trade exclusively at thetortoiseshop.com. We do not sell on 3rd party sites such as Amazon or eBay.

2019 Calendar Competition

By: Natalie

This year we are accepting all entries to natalie@thetortoiseshop.com

Tortoise Waiting List

By: Natalie

Waiting lists are now open for all hatchlings due summer 2018

The Do's and Don'ts of Hibernation

By: Natalie

It's that time of the year again, when we are all panicking about hibernation. I just want to take this time to address some issues and go over the FAQs of hibernation.

Kritters Crumble Is Now In Stock

By: Natalie

Our favourite bedding has finally arrived back at the tortoise shop. In case you missed it last time. Kritters Crumble is an organic bedding made completely from coconut husk.

Trixie Lighting Vs Arcadia Lighting

By: Natalie

Arcadia are struggling with demand, so here is an insight into our new lighting brands available

Arcadia's no.1 Independent UK Stockists

By: Natalie

Arcadia lighting at The Tortoise Shop. Now the UK's no.1 independent stockists for Arcadia lighting.

New Products

By: Natalie

Here you can find news on our new products that have been added to the website over the last couple of weeks. Check it out, just in case there's anything you missed.