For many families, prioritising quality time at Christmas comes before anything else. But finding a festive activity that hits the mark for every family member can be challenging, to say the least. So, what if we told you that you could keep everyone happy without going too far? Here, we’ll share how you can have … Continued
Here at Blue Planet Aquarium, our team work tirelessly to care for our animals and protect the future of some of the world’s most fascinating species. Not only this, but we feel responsible for showcasing endangered species too and raising awareness of the importance of looking after our oceans, rivers and lakes. Our blog is … Continued
With the half term holidays fast approaching, there’s no shortage of ways you can keep the whole family entertained – but it’s nice to have a little bit of inspiration to get you started! After all, it can feel a little overwhelming trying to keep the children occupied during their break from school, not to … Continued
While they may be cold, the winter months offer so much in the way of natural beauty and things to do. Here at Blue Planet Aquarium we’re only a stone’s throw from the heart of Cheshire. Home to wonderful woodlands and bustling towns and cities. So, if you’re looking for somewhere to visit over the … Continued
Obsessed with all the different sea creatures floating around across the world? We get it – sometimes we prefer them to people! From pufferfish to piranhas, they all have their own distinct personalities and quirks. And if you’re fascinated by how we compare to them, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve created a … Continued
The summer holidays are upon us, and that means the great scramble to fill six weeks with fun stuff has begun. Lucky for you, we’re here to lend a helping hand with our guide to eight family days out in the North West. From seaside trips to unforgettable attractions, there’s plenty to keep the kids … Continued
We love our animals at Blue Planet Aquarium, but even though we don’t want to admit it, we all have our favourites! Our hard-working staff members would love to share their most loved animals with you! Phil Verbinnen, General Manager says… ‘My favourite animal in the aquarium is our Port Jackson sharks. Why… Like me, … Continued
Come face to fin with one of Europe’s largest collection of sharks as you dive in at Blue Planet Aquarium! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to dive in & submerge yourself in the underwater world that is below our oceans? At Blue Planet Aquarium you can do just that with our … Continued
Meet Dave. He has a very important job. He is the Curator of Blue Planet Aquarium. What is a Curator? Firstly, it might be worth us asking the question, what is a Curator? The dictionary definition is “the custodian of a collection.” That’s exactly what they do in Blue Planet. The Curator oversees the well-being … Continued
Scuba divers of Blue Planet Aquarium If you’re like me, you may be curious about what Scuba Divers in a place like Blue Planet Aquarium actually get up to. Being in the fortunate position of already working in the aquarium, I asked if I could help the dive team for a day. In this post, … Continued
