The arrival of autumn brings many lovely things – but one of them is the start of spider mating season. And since September arrived, readers have been spotting more and more of the eight-legged crawlies in their homes. And they are not welcome! They have begun their invasion into our homes. Check out our pictures of some of the ones that you have spotted.
5. One of many
Alex Louise has already had a few of them in the house this year. Photo: Alex Louise
6. New accessory
This spider decided to decorate a hat. Photo: Phil Maxwell Snr
7. The great escape
More spiders are getting trapped. Photo: Hannah Lang
8. Huge!
Sam claimed that this spider was so big he considered "going to put a saddle on its back to take it for a ride." Photo: Sam Cattanach