Axolotls, coldwater aquatics, tanks and full setups — from a 5-star licensed shop that would rather help you get it right than sell you the wrong thing.
We're a specialist reptile & aquatics shop — so when it comes to water, we keep it focused on what we do genuinely well.
Healthy, well-fed axolotls with their permanent smiles — one of the things we're best known for. We'll set you up properly and support you for life.
Axolotls from £40Aquariums, filtration, lighting, substrate and décor — everything to build a healthy coldwater tank, with honest guidance on exactly what you need (and what you don't).
Ask in storeCycling, water quality, stocking, feeding — free, patient advice from keepers who'd rather you got it right first time. It continues for the life of your pet.
Always freeWe're reptile-first, so our tropical fish range is limited and our stock rotates. Planning a bigger tropical setup? Talk to us first — we'll tell you honestly what we can help with and point you right if we can't. A quick WhatsApp before you travel saves a wasted trip.
Axolotls are our favourite aquatics recommendation for a reason — they're hardy, endlessly characterful, and genuinely rewarding to keep. But they're a coldwater animal with specific needs, and getting the setup right from day one is what keeps them healthy for a decade or more.
Come in and meet ours in person, or message us and we'll answer every question before you commit — we'd genuinely rather talk you through it properly than rush a sale. If reptiles are more your thing, take a look at all our animals too.
4.9 stars across 35 Google reviews — and "friendly, knowledgeable staff" is the line that comes up most.
"This is such a cool place. The staff are super friendly and very knowledgeable. It became clear very quickly that reptiles are their passion. Nick and the team were on hand for after-sales assistance too."
"Absolutely superb in every respect. Friendly staff give professional, clear, concise information and explain all options in a way that can be understood."
"What a great place. I call it a shop in the loosest of terms as it felt more like a family, lovely staff and beautiful very well kept animals."
"Honest advice and no pressure — they'll happily tell you what you don't need. Exactly what you want when you're setting something up for the first time."
A slow look around the tanks and coldwater setups.
Pop in any time — no appointment needed. Both shops carry aquatics, and the advice is free whether you buy or not.
87A Church Rd, Ashford, Surrey TW15 2PE
10 mins walk from Ashford railway station
Mon–Sat: 9:30am – 5:30pm
Sunday: 10am – 4pm
58-62 Hockliffe St, Leighton Buzzard LU7 1HJ
Town centre, on Hockliffe Street
Mon–Sat: 9:30am – 5:30pm
Sunday: 10am – 4pm
Our aquatics focus is axolotls and coldwater aquatics, plus tanks, setups and supplies. Our tropical fish range is limited and our stock rotates, so it's always best to message us on WhatsApp to check what's in before you travel.
Yes, and the advice is free. Pop in or message us and we'll talk you through tank size, filtration, cycling and stocking honestly — we'd rather help you get it right than sell you something you don't need.
Axolotls start from £40. They need a coldwater aquarium of at least 20 gallons with a gentle filter and no heater — we'll walk you through the full setup before you take one home.
We have two shops: 87A Church Rd, Ashford TW15 2PE and 58-62 Hockliffe St, Leighton Buzzard LU7 1HJ. Both open Mon–Sat 9:30am–5:30pm and Sunday 10am–4pm.
Always, and it's free for the life of your pet. Call, WhatsApp or pop in any time with questions about water quality, feeding or your setup.
Message us to check what's in stock, or just walk in — the advice is free either way.