AQUARIUM OF THE LAKES

Aquarium Of The Lakes
S ituated close to Newby Bridge on the shore of Lake Windermere, Lakeside. The aquarium is an awarding-winning freshwater aquarium.

At the aquarium you will enter into a journey, discovering the life of the creatures living in and around the streams, rivers and the lakes, with the journey beginning with the high mountain tops to were the fresh water meets the estuary and into the sea.

Within the aquarium there are over thirty [30] displays which includes the largest collection of freshwater fish, see the playful otters and watch the diving ducks of Windermere as they dive for food and having fun above your head. Also on view are the sharks and rays from around the local coast.

Enter into Aquaquest to take a closer look at Lakeland life in the lab and see the tadpoles, toads, frogs, grass snakes, worms and leeches.

Take a break in the Cafe at the Quay and relax and enjoy the views of the lake and then a visit to the gift shop to browse and purchase gifts.

You could make it a full day out with a trip on a Lake Windermere Cruise with a visit to Bowness on Windermere or Waterhead [Ambleside], or a visit to The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, you could even arrive at the aquarium by the lake cruise or the railway with a special all in one price.

It is advisable to contact Aquarium of the Lakes prior to your visit if there is something specific you wish to see or any alterations have been made to the Opening times and the attraction itself. Disclaimer

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