Name: Lake District Coast Aquarium
Rating: 5.0

Lake District Coast Aquarium

Lake District Coast Aquarium, South Quay, Maryport, UK

1-90 Years

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The Lake District Coast Aquarium in Maryport is a family-friendly attraction located on the seafront, offering visitors the chance to explore the fascinating marine life of local and tropical waters. With free crazy golf, a splash park, an adventure playground, and scenic harbourside walks, it makes for a full day out. The friendly atmosphere and free parking add to the experience.

Inside, you’ll find amazing displays such as the Waterfall Cascade with native freshwater species, the Shark and Ray Pool, colourful Tropical Marine Reef tanks, and even a Ship Wreck exhibit filled with deep-sea creatures. The 14-hole mini golf and the “Shiver Me Timbers” pirate-themed playground with an interactive Splash Zone make it extra fun for kids.

Ticket prices are £14.25 for adults, £8.00 for children (3–16), £12.75 for seniors/students, £39.50 for a family (2+2), and under 3s go free. Birthday party packages are also available from £15.00 per child, including use of the Wild Solway room.

Overall, this aquarium offers an engaging mix of marine displays, outdoor play areas, and hands-on fun, making it a great choice for families. It combines education with entertainment, ensuring children and adults alike enjoy learning about sea life. A visit promises both relaxation by the harbour and an exciting day of discovery, making it a must-see attraction in Maryport.

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Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Waterfall Cascade: Our Aquarium begins with freshwater displays where you can see all of the native sea life of our local streams, ponds & rivers. We display many fascinating species such as different breeds of carp, alongside barbel, chub, perch, minnow and many more. Bleak, gudgeon, roach and rudd are also on display. Watch how hungry the big carp always look.
Shark and Ray Pool: The Shark & Ray Pool is a great display of native shark & skate species as well as tub gurnard, turbot, plaice, halibut & even a couple of cuckoo wrasse hiding within the rocks. The rays are very sociable and will often come up to the surface to get some attention from visitors.
Tropical Marine Reef: We have a number of Tropical Marine Reef displays, with newcomers in the recently extended SeaLab. Take your time and relax amid the prismatic colours and hypnotic movement.
The Ship Wreck: Sunken ships make an optimal home for many species. Inside the Ship Wreck you'll see species that prefer to live at a greater depth of the ocean, hidden away in the rocks & camouflaging into their surroundings. Take some time to experience the silent depths.
The Deep Reef: Watch in amazement as our monstrous gilthead bream and giant pollock lurk amid the deep reef. What adventures can you imagine happen in the murky depths?
14-hole Mini Golf: Our 14-hole Mini Golf course is great fun for all the family and free with each aquarium ticket, saving £15 on your day (family of 4). Whether for fun or competition we're sure you'll enjoy the challenge. You can also pay to play if not paying to see the aquarium displays.
Adventure Playground: FANTASTIC NEW Shiver Me Timbers Pirate Adventure Playground and interactive Splash Zone NOW OPEN. With giant pirate ship and wheelchair-friendly features, the park is open 9-5pm (closing in winter when dark), The exciting new Splash Zone installation operates through spring/summer 10-4.30pm.

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Parking: Free parking available.
Food & Drinks: Harbourside Café available.
Toilets: Toilets & baby changing facilities available.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Adult: £14.25
Child (3-16): £8.00
Under 3: Free
Family (2+2): £39.50
Senior/Students: £12.75

Pricing URL: https://www.maryportaquarium.co.uk/onewebmedia/AdmissionPrices2025%20PRICELIST.pdf

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

The Lake District Coast Aquarium has proven over the years to be a valuable educational resource as well as being a fun and exciting day out for all ages! Our guided tours offer a unique experience where you can observe and engage with many different species of fish; we have over 50 different species ranging from those native to the Solway to those inhabiting warmer climates.

The spacious Wild Solway meeting room space can be booked for £15.00 p/child (3-16 years old), with plenty of seating and tables to accommodate up to 35 people. The video projector and audio system is ideal for presentations / music etc.

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Open 7 days a week 10-5pm

Address: Lake District Coast Aquarium, South Quay, Maryport, UK

Post Code: CA15 8AB

Council: Cumberland

County: Cumbria

Located on the edge of the Lake District in the quiet coastal town of Maryport, on the sea front at South Quay. Follow the brown Harbour/Marina tourist attraction signs through town then over to the harbourside parking area. Free parking is opposite the adventure playground.