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The underwater kingdom fascinates people all over the world. From Australia, all the way around the world to the picturesque harbours of Greece, we’re going to take a trip around the globe’s waters and introduce you to sea creatures from every corner of the map. If the thought of sea-creature travels has fascinated you … Continued
‘MERMAID’ SWIMS ASHORE TO MEET AQUARIUM GUESTS Hastings Blue Reef Aquarium is playing host to a breath-taking, real-life mermaid during the summer holidays. On Wednesday, August 22nd visitors can take part in a meet and greet with Mermaid Anna, a mythical and magical interactive character. As well as taking ‘shellfies’ with Mermaid Anna, guests can … Continued
DINOSAURS DESCEND ON BLUE REEF AQUARIUM A huge Tyrannosaurus Rex is set to descend on Blue Reef Aquarium during the summer holidays. On Wednesday 15th August, guests to the Rock-a-Nore Road attraction will be able to get up close and personal with the beast between 10am and 3pm. The impressive four metre animatronic dinosaur, known … Continued
AQUARIUM CELEBRATES ‘COUPLES’ IN HONOUR OF ROYAL WEDDING Guests are being invited to join in the royal wedding celebrations this Saturday at Blue Reef Aquarium in Hastings. The Rock-a-Nore Road attraction is marking the special event by recognising the many ‘couples’ who call the aquarium home. Staff have even named two Axolotls ‘Meghan’ and ‘Harry’ … Continued
‘SEA MONSTERS’ WEEK AT BLUE REEF AQUARIUM Hastings Blue Reef Aquarium will be taken over by sea monsters as part of a special week-long event which runs from Saturday May 26th to Sunday June 3rd. Among the ‘monsters’ on display will be the world’s biggest octopus species and a selection of toxic fish. Other activities … Continued
Commonly known as the giant Pacific octopus, but scientifically called Enteroctopus dofleini, this is the largest type of octopus. Growing between 10 and 16 feet, the largest one ever recorded was a massive 30 feet long and weighed over 600 pounds. They’re full of love with three hearts, and their intelligence is second-to-none – they … Continued
A breath-taking real life ‘mermaid’ is returning to Blue Reef Aquarium this Easter half term. On Thursday April 12th, visitors can take part in a meet and greet with Mermaid Anna, a mythical and magical interactive character. Anna last swam ashore in October to meet guests at the Rock-a-Nore Road attraction and has been welcomed … Continued
A huge Tyrannosaurus Rex is set to descend on Blue Reef Aquarium this Easter half term. On Wednesday 4th April guests to the Rock-a-Nore Road attraction will be able to get up close and personal with the beast between 10am and 3pm. The impressive four metre animatronic dinosaur, known as Pete, will also be bringing … Continued
Aquarists at Hastings’ Blue Reef Aquarium have picked a winning name for their newly-arrived Giant Pacific Octopus after a hugely popular visitor competition. The Rock-a-Nore Road wildlife attraction invited youngsters to choose a suitable name for the eight-legged creature and ran the competition for the entirety of November. They received close to 70 suggestions and … Continued
HASTINGS’ AQUARIUM SPREADS CHRISTMAS CHEER WITH RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS Blue Reef Aquarium in Hastings is appealing for nominations after pledging to brighten up people’s day by offering small random acts of kindness in the lead up to Christmas. Staff at the Rock-A-Nore Road attraction thought of the idea after receiving several heart-warming stories following … Continued
