Is your ex still ‘bugging’ you? Do they give you the ultimate ‘ick’? This Valentine’s Day, the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park in South Yorkshire is once again giving you the perfect outlet for a little light-hearted revenge.
For just £3.95, have a giggle and ‘gift yourself’ some closure by naming one of their cockroaches after your (or your best friend’s!) annoying ex. You will receive a digital downloadable certificate with a space to add your ex’s name (or this can be added for you). Their name will then be added to a special ‘roach’ board which will be revealed on Valentine’s Day and displayed in the Butterfly House throughout February.
But best of all, all proceeds raised through the campaign will go towards the park’s wildlife conservation projects and animal enrichment. Don’t delay! Limited availability – purchase yours now!* https://butterflyhouse.digitickets.co.uk/category/61153
Looking for a more ‘traditional’ romantic gesture? If you’ve already found your lovebug, skip the roaches and treat your favourite animal lover to an unforgettable day out with a VIP Animal Experience! Choose from ‘Meerkat Mayhem’ or a date with everyone’s favourite couple – Bertha and Ernie, the park’s hilarious armadillo pair!*
Animal Adoptions are also a great way to share the love. From macaws and owls to wallabies and otters, by choosing to adopt one of the park’s animals you will be supporting their ongoing conservation and care. Adoption packs include a certificate, an animal plush, a fact sheet, stationery and an admission ticket for just £39.95 and are available to purchase at the park or online. https://butterflyhouse.digitickets.co.uk/category/41275
Can’t decide? Gift vouchers are also available to purchase online and are redeemable for park admission, memberships, adoptions and animal experiences as well as treats at the park’s cafes and gift shop. Purchase a gift voucher here: https://butterflyhouse.digitickets.co.uk/category/21662?navItem=1128616
For fun-loving families, dinosaurs rule at the park this February half-term holiday. Bring the family for a Jurassic adventure with the return of ‘Roar & Explore!’ where you can meet Professor Fossil and his baby dinosaur or brave the Dino Trail to come face-to-face with Rexy the T-rex … if you dare! There’s also all the usual half-term holiday fun with keeper talks, animal encounters, tractor-trailer rides and kids can go wild in the playpark!
Book your wildlife park admission here https://butterflyhouse.digitickets.co.uk/tickets.
*Terms and conditions apply to Animal Experiences and Animal Adoptions, please see https://www.butterflyhouse.co.uk/ for details. Important Notice for Armadillo Experiences: The Bird House remains closed to visitors. Access is strictly limited to booked Armadillo Experience participants only. We have a strict protocol in place that allows us to safely run these experiences with controlled access, enhanced hygiene measures and staff supervision at all times. Normal park admission applies. ‘Name a cockroach’ certificates must be purchased by end of Wednesday 11 February 2026.
Posted on 02 February 2026
