The Ilfracombe Aquarium

General information

Exciting, award winning, all weather, educational attraction providing a fascinating insight into the watery world of North Devon. The aquarium houses a diverse collection of local aquatic life in beautifully recreated natural habitats. The exhibits provide visitors with a unique zoned journey experience starting from the SOURCE of an Exmoor stream, down RIVER to an ESTUARY, local ROCKPOOL, Ilfracombe HARBOUR, to LUNDY and it's marine reserve. Complimentary childrens’ quizzes are offered on entry.
The aquarium also offers a funky fish retail area where good value, unusual aquatic themed gifts can be purchased. A small café with sheltered outside seating provides quality refreshments, freshly prepared sandwiches, light snacks and luxury local dairy ice cream in a relaxing environment.

OPENING TIMES 2010/11
Feb ½ term – Easter hols. 10am – 3.45pm
Easter hols. - June 10am – 4.45pm
July – Aug 10am – 5.45pm
Sept – Autumn ½ term 10am – 4.15pm
Nov – early Jan Please ring for opening times

ADMISSION 2010
Adults (16+) £3.99
Child (3+) £2.99
Seniors £3.50
Students £3.50
Family (2 adults and 2 Children) £12.99

Annual membership, group rates, birthday parties, venue for hire and special requests are all available on request.

FACILITIES
Convenient parking * Picturesque harbour side location * Funky Fish Gift Shop * Cafe with sheltered, outside seating adjoining large, child friendly, pedestrian area * Modern toilets * Disabled access * Coach dropping-off point