A man had a shock when he discovered a snake in the garden of his Kent home.

Tony Carter took to Twitter in an attempt to identify the reptile, which he suspects is an escaped pet.

He discovered it in the garden of his home in Five Oak Green, near Tonbridge, earlier today and has now put up signs to try to find its owner.

Mr Carter said he used equipment to pick up the snake safely before contacting Folly Wildlife Rescue in Tunbridge Wells, who are now looking after it.

The reptile is thought to be a corn snake. If it belongs to you, you can contact the wildlife centre on 01892 543213.