Snake massage trend emerges in Essex with 12ft python sessions

A new wellness trend called Snake Massage is gaining attention in Essex, where live snakes are placed on clients' backs for relaxation. The service, offered by Snakey Sue's Live Snake Encounters, costs up to £200 for a session with Boudica, a 12ft albino python. Sue, a former belly dancer, has been rescuing snakes since 1992 and believes in their therapeutic benefits. Her sanctuary houses 19 snakes, and she offers educational tours and workshops for those afraid of snakes. While Sue has mostly retired from performing, she continues to run her sanctuary, with proceeds supporting her rescued reptiles. Visitors can experience this unique form of massage and learn about snake care.