Snake bites
Find out what to do if you or someone you're with is bitten by a venomous snake, such as an adder or an exotic species.
Immediately after being bitten by a snake you should: remain calm and don't panic snake bites, particularly those that occur in the UK, usually aren't serious and are only very rarely deadly
Venomous snakes can sometimes bite without injecting venom. This is called a "dry bite", and it causes mild pain from the snake's teeth puncturing the skin as well as anxiety . If there are no o
Follow the advice listed below if you're in an area where venomous snakes are found: look out for warning notices on heaths and commons wear boots and long trousers never pick up a snake, eve