THOSE of a nervous disposition may want to look away now.
This huge spider is the biggest we’ve seen yet following our request to see pictures of spiders spotted in your homes.
Anya Howlett contacted the Daily Echo after making the unexpected discovery in her son’s bedroom.
Anya said she usually uses a spider catcher to remove them from her home but on this occasion, it was too big.
She said: “After a shoutout on Facebook my friend came to my rescue.”
September is the time of year when spiders start to find their way into our homes.
Have you seen a bigger spider than this? If so, share your pictures with us by clicking the button below.
According to new research, Dorset has the most species of spider in the UK.
A study carried out by online broker Mojo Mortgages found Dorset to have 483 different species of spider.
One in four current homebuyers said they would not go ahead with a purchase if they saw a spider at a viewing.
And if you’re really not keen on spiders, see our list of eight ways to keep them out of your home this autumn
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