# Ant Show UK

Ant Show UK is the United Kingdom's dedicated annual ant keeping event,
organised and hosted by Charlie Hersant, founder of Ant Farm Supplies.
The show brings together ant enthusiasts of all experience levels, from
complete beginners to experienced myrmecologists, for a day of live ant
sales, equipment shopping, expert talks, and community connection. It is
a family-friendly, educational event that is the only event in the UK
dedicated entirely to the ant keeping hobby.

## Key Pages

- /  (Homepage): Main event information, host introduction, FAQs, and ticket link.
- /vendors/  (Vendors): Information about vendors exhibiting at the show and how
  to apply to exhibit.
- /timetable/  (Timetable): Schedule of talks and demonstrations at the event.
- /contact-us/  (Contact): Contact form and social media links for enquiries.

## Key Facts

- Organiser: Charlie Hersant, founder of Ant Farm Supplies
- Related business: Ant Farm Supplies (antfarmsupplies.com)
- First event: 2025
- Second event (2026): 25 April 2026, Delta Marriott Hotel,
  Kents Hill, Milton Keynes, MK7 6HL
- Third event (2027): date and venue to be confirmed
- Ticket platform: TryBooking (advance booking recommended)
- Social media: Instagram @antshowuk, Facebook Ant Show UK, TikTok @ant.show.uk
- Contact: info@antshowuk.com
- The event is suitable for all ages, including families and children.
- Vendors sell live ants (including beginner, intermediate, exotic, and leaf
  cutter species), formicariums, nests, equipment, food, and merchandise.
- Expert talks and beginner advice sessions are part of the programme.