"The aim of the British Tarantula Society is to promote and encourage the Responsible husbandry, research, captive breeding, conservation and General knowledge of theraphosids, scorpions and associated fauna" conservation policy can be viewed here.
British Tarantula Society Established in 1984 - With our roots going back much earlier the BTS is the worlds oldest ongoing tarantula society. 2010 we celebrate 25yrs of the society and our 25th Exhibition. Our main site is for public viewing, here you will find the BTS forum: for posting questions on tarantulas and other related subjects. Bulletin board: for posting announcements, and trading your captive bred tarantulas etc. BTS Chat room: Open tarantula chat and expert guest chat sessions. plus much much more! The BTS Constitution The BTS Members website
Password and username protected B.T.S. Members area where you can download the latest journal and many back issues, most online journals are enhanced versions. Articles and species listings, and the beginners questions and answers matrix .If you would like to view this area then use the "how to join" to find detail's on how to become a full or web only member of the British Tarantula Society. Or fill out the membership form and send to the head office. The forms carry all the information needed to join today!
Head Office
Please direct all official enquiries to head office: Angela Hale The Joining the BTS - FAQ!
All the answers to those all important questions for joining the BTS or if you have just joined.
Never seem to have the time to socialise properly at the B.T.S. Exhibition, now's your chance!
If you are interested in attending the BTS Lectures please contact: Kim Pennell
Space's are limited so its first come first served. To see what you've missed over the years
have a look at the Gallery section of this web site.
Pre Lectures Get-together Friday 22nd February: 7.30 pm *dinner, drinks and quiz, meet in the hotel bar (* if staying on the 2 night package! )
BTS Annual General Meeting: 24th February 11.00am –BTS members
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