Lake District Coast Aquarium, Maryport

“Visited here to expand the boundaries of a Lake District visit beyond the usual areas. So pleased I did. The staff are genuinely friendly and helpful. One gentleman in particular stands out for explaining the lifecycle of the jellyfish he was caring for. He clearly had a deep affinity for the subject and that came across loud and clear as he talked. This kind of makes you feel welcome there, rather than just someone who has payed for the right to pass through. The exhibits were varied and interesting. Also nice to see native / local species front and centre alongside their more exotic cousins. A genuine surprise was the free round of crazy golf that comes included in the entry fee. Not something you would normally pair with a visit to the Aquarium. The course is perhaps not the most colorful you will ever see, but it was free and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Hole 13 is just not possible and I dare you to show me otherwise. Step of the beaten track and pay this place a visit if you can.”

“We ended up in the aquarium on an extraordinarily rainy day in Maryport, It provided a wonderful education into the marine life within the area as well as other more exotic type types of fish and marine life. The information boards provide an insight into each of their creatures and their displays and tanks allow even the little list of legs to be able to view! Would definitely recommend the little cinema show that lasted no more than five minutes was very interesting! We were also told we would be more than welcome to come back on a more dry day to complete our round of crazy golf which is included in the price! I really lovely gesture from them!”

“We spent a good hour walking around the aquarium before having a look around maryport, very friendly and knowledgeable staff, a lovely shop and cafe, talks and feeding shows and even a small cinema. Good variety of fish, octopus, jellyfish and lobsters. You even get a free game of crazy golf in with the price. After a look around maryport we went back in for another look around. If your in the area give it a visit. 👍”

“Lovely little place very interesting and loads of little sea creatures to see m, some not so little too! Great day out”