Here at Hastings Aquarium we pride ourselves on providing education through our talks, feeding shows and special activities.
Every school holidays we run special themed events with daytime activities all included in admission.
Make the most of your ticket by joining us at our 5 daily talks & feeds to discover more about the wonderful creatures of the deep and ask us anything about your favourite animals!
Dive into a magical quest with the Underwater Elves at Hastings Aquarium this Christmas!
The mischievous Underwater Elves have lost Father Christmas’s golden key somewhere in the aquarium and they need your help to find it!
Search the exhibits, gather clues from friendly sea creatures and uncover the missing key before Father Christmas arrives! Gifts and goodies are also up for grabs for those elf-worthy helpers.
Get ready to embark on an underwater festive journey and help save Christmas – book your tickets now!
Smugglers Adventure Events:
Father Christmas is heading to the caves in Hastings this December! 🎁
Descend into Smugglers Adventure to visit Father & Mother Christmas for one weekend only! 🎅🏻🤶🏻
Explore the underground caves, lit up for the festive season, before discovering Father Christmas’ magical grotto.
Little ones can write their Christmas wishlists in the illuminated caves, hand them directly to Father Christmas, and snap a photo to capture the memory. A truly one-of-a-kind Xmas memory! ✨📸
📅 20–21 December 2025 | 11am – 5pm
📍 Smugglers Adventure, St. Clements Caves, Hastings
🎟 Book your underground Christmas adventure now! Limited
There is always something happening at Hastings Aquarium. Make the most of your ticket price and get involved!
What’s on Today?
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Ocean Talk and Feed 11:00 am
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Jungle Encounter 12:00 pm
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Archer Fish Talk and Feed 1:00 pm
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Ocean Talk and Feed 2:00 pm
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Archer Fish Talk and Feed 3:00 pm