Visitors to Blue Planet Aquarium are in for a whale-y-good time this summer, as the highly anticipated BRICKLIVE Ocean Exhibition lands throughout the aquarium from 21st July to 3rd September. BRICKLIVE Ocean is an immersive exhibition showcasing a fish-inating collection of hand-built brick statues, made from 1,328,371 plastic bricks that give a fin-sight into the … Continued
Puppies and dogs are regularly stealing hearts in our everyday lives. But have you ever thought about just how many are in our favourite TV shows, cartoons and films? From supporting roles to the main characters, we’re convinced there’s no role that can’t be filled by a cute dog. And over the years, there’s been … Continued
Because the life cycle of frogs is such an intriguing topic, we thought it would be fun to talk through the entire process from start to finish. By the end, you should be a certified frog life cycle expert!
Beach clean-ups help protect the marine ecosystem by removing the trash that poses a danger to aquatic animals and plants! Thousands of marine animals worldwide have been affected by plastic pollution, including sea turtles, seabirds, and marine mammals. Therefore, Beach clean-ups are vital to mitigate the problem caused by ocean debris and the danger that plastic pollution poses … Continued
What a Jaw-some first few days we’ve had!🦈 There’s been lots of fin-tastic games and dancing from everyone! The team and Shakey the Shark are so excited to continue throughout the Easter Holiday’s🐠 ‘It is a great opportunity for children of all ages to get involved in important topics like habitats and conservation as well … Continued
We are dedicated to ensuring our guests have the best experience that can be achieved. Say Hello to Steff Cook, who has recently been promoted from Visitor Services team leader to Guest Experience, Conservation and Education Manager. Steff is responsible for ensuring the highest levels of guest satisfaction, daily operation of the front desk and … Continued
What a Turt-ely amazing half term we’ve had! As it draws to an end, let’s dive in and take a look at what we have accomplished! The room catered to nearly 1,000 visitors a day where they enjoyed many different Sharky crafts! Visitors to Blue Planet Aquarium were ecstatic to see a whole room dedicated … Continued
Come and visit our newly developed toxicity display including the world’s most poisonous frog, we invite you to crawl inside and come face-to-face with some seriously scary spiders! Meet the Creepy Creatures… Huntsman (Heteropoda venatoria)🕸 Huntsman spiders are large, fast spiders which live in warm climates throughout the world. Huntsman spiders are venomous, and their … Continued
We are proud to announce the arrival of Discus Fish at Blue Planet Aquarium! They are located in our Flooded Forest Exhibit! Immerse yourself in the sounds of the rainforest, our tropical flooded river exhibit mimics the environment found in the Amazon. You’ll come face to fin with Giant Pacu, the often misunderstood Piranha and … Continued
Lets Get Crafty This Half Term! Whether you’re a creative mastermind or a parent looking for some fun, crafts to keep the kids entertained this half term look no further! Enjoy a Tur-tely JAW-some day out at Blue Planet Aquarium, being mesmerised and amazed learning about our underwater world, the creatures that live there and … Continued
