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 Marine life centre |
Grand Parade Tynemouth Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE30 4JQ United Kingdom +44 191 258 1031 |
Occupying a prime sea-front site, the Sea Life Aquarium has proved to be a popular attraction since its opening in 1998. The entry price allows re-entry throughout the day, so combine this with a trip to the beach, Tynemouth Castle and Priory, or have a wander through historic Tynemouth Village itself. The Aquarium boasts over 40 displays of marine life: sharks, rays, and countless creatures of the deep, all viewable through underwater tunnels and bubble windows. There is a FinZone Undersea Adventure Trail, complete with puzzles, an interactive resource centre, CD-ROM games, and video shows. You can also attend feeding demonstrations and talks. Head for the Aquarium's cafe (no fish and chips!) or browse in the gift shop. Well worth a visit: educational and fun! Admission: adults £5.75, children £3.99, OAPs £4.50 - discounts for school parties and large groups. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Entertainment and education |
The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust District 15 Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE38 8LE United Kingdom +44 191 416 5454 http://www.wwt.org.uk/visit/wa... |
Run by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, a wildlife charity that has centres throughout Britain, Washington Waterfowl Park is both a fun day out for all the family, and an opportunity to learn about conservation. As well as the formal ponds in which captive birds, including some endangered species, can be seen at close quarters, there are over thirty acres of ponds, streams, grassland, and mature deciduous woodland, where wild birds, mammals and insects thrive in abundance. Hides are provided next to some ponds to enable quiet viewing of wild birds. There is a visitor centre with exhibitions, a souvenir shop, and a cafe. Admission: adults £5.95, concs £4.95, children £3.95. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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