Background
Initially opened in 2023, the National Tortoise Sanctuary was established as a collaboration with the National Centre for Reptile Welfare, with the primary aim of providing a retirement home for Mediterranean tortoises. Whilst we saw a large number of Mediterranean tortoises through our doors, a problem that quickly arose was the number of tropical species needing homes. Having completed extensive upgrades of our facilities in 2024 and 2025, we are able to cater for a huge variety of tortoise species, from horsfields all the way through to Aldabra giant tortoises!
How we can help
The National Tortoise Sanctuary can assist with the rehoming of your tortoise. We can offer permanent sanctuary placement for a number of different species of tortoises. We also offer nationwide collection. If you do not feel you are ready to go down the route of standard rehoming, this may be the option for you, feeling safe knowing your tortoise can live out life in tortoise paradise!
Whilst we do ask for a donation towards their future care (dependant on species) this option offers you the reassurance your tortoise will be well cared for the rest of their long lives! Please contact us for more information.
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*Unfortunately we are currently at capacity for male horsfield tortoises. We are still happy to offer our rehoming service, however are unable to offer permanent placements at this time*