From the hidden world of UK waters, this amazing new aquarium transports visitors to the spectacular ’underwater gardens’ of the Mediterranean and stunning beauty of tropical waters - home to everything from seahorses and puffer fish to living corals and tropical sharks.

Other displays reveal the diversity of the aquatic world with naturally themed mangrove, tropical rainforest and fast-moving river habitats alongside open-top tanks, caves, wooden walkways and bridges.

The centrepiece of the aquarium is the spectacular coral reef housed within a gigantic ocean display.

The reef is home to exotic species like graceful angelfish, zebra sharks, black tip reef sharks and hundreds of dazzlingly beautiful fish that use the reef like a bustling undersea city.

Enjoy the closest of undersea encounters in an underwater walk-through tunnel through the reef, from inside a glass cavern and via a massive acrylic viewing window.


Birthday Parties

Blue Reef parties are a fun and hassle-free way to celebrate birthdays in a safe and controlled environment which will provide an unforgettable experience for youngsters of all age groups.

Packages and prices vary depending on which Blue Reef Aquarium will be hosting your party, so we advise you contact the aquarium you wish to use to obtain all the information you need.

All you need for a party is a minimum of 10 children. Make sure you book early to avoid disappointment!

There are different party themes to choose from including:

Pirates Party - Swashbuckling fun for all!
Ahoy me hearties, step aboard for a birthday party full of pirate fun. You will be taken on an underwater tour of the seas and given the chance to meet mysterious creatures from the deep. After the tour enjoy a hearty pirates meal.

Shark Party - Fintastic Fun Guaranteed!
Turn all your party guests into shark experts as they join your guided birthday tour. Keep your eyes peeled as you uncover the amazing secrets of these ultimate predators. After the tour enjoy a tasty birthday meal.

Mermaid/Princess Party - Sparkling fun in a magical realm!
Enjoy a guided tour around the aquarium with added sparkle. Meet some of the creatures that have inspired some of the most famous children’s stories and fairytales. After the tour enjoy your magical birthday meal.


The Ultimate Educational Adventure

Blue Reef aims to take children on a journey to explore the drama of the British coast, the underwater gardens of the Mediterranean and the dazzling beauty of a spectacular coral reef.
Over 40 living displays reveal the sheer variety of life in the deep; from sharks and lobsters to seahorses and tropical fish.

A Blue Reef Educational Visit Offers;

•  Free teacher pre-familiarisation visits
• Workshops or guided tours tailor-made to meet your needs
• Curriculum-linked
• All weather visits 
• Specialist themed gift shop with goodie bags upon request
• Please note that each Blue Reef aquarium offers a different selection of educational visits.