Different pattern but gives you an idea of the shape.

Fired off an email to The Society, who very kindly responded. So it seems we may have this situation debugged! 8)

Chewkw is on the right track on the forum, but it is the cast cuticle (skin) of a true bug (Order Hemiptera) and possibly a stink/shield bug. As insects grow they shed the skin and move to the next developmental stage. It does have 6 legs, so is not a tick, but also has two antennae at the front, attached to the head. The long ‘nose’ (rostrum) shows that it is a true bug.
Best wishes
Jim

Professor Jim Hardie,
Director of Science, Royal Entomological Society

Does this mean I can stop rooting round in my groin looking for a bite mark?

But seriously, cheers all. Was a little bit worried about the lyme angle, so good to know it’s not an issue.

Dog is now in the kitchen.

Chewkw is on the right track on the forum

I never thought I’d hear anyone say that. (-:

(everyone applause in the background)

You are very kind!

Thank you! (like Elvis saying thank you on stage)

😆 😆

bongohoohaa – Member

Does this mean I can stop rooting round in my groin looking for a bite mark?

Consider yourself lucky that’s not a bed bug. 😀