I thought the prices were expensive. There isn't a lot of fish but there is sealions and penguins. Not good for buggies or disabled and staff are a little pushy.
Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, Scarborough
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Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary
Scalby Mills, Scarborough, England
01723 373414
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Ranked #13 of 19 attractions in Scarborough
Type: Aquariums, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Let us take you on a fascinating journey from the coastline to the depths of the ocean. Discover a magical underwater world filled with a dazzling...
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Let us take you on a fascinating journey from the coastline to the depths of the ocean. Discover a magical underwater world filled with a dazzling array of amazing creatures. Every step will reveal something new, from a face to face encounter with sharks to a hands-on rockpool experience. Discover the truth about the much-misunderstood shark, the plight on the endangered sea turtle, the remarkable life of the seahorse plus countless surprising facts about these and hundreds of other incredible creatures. Meet Ed our playful seal and watch out for him splashing around. Watch our otters Eric and Pumpkin as they learn new skills through a special training programme. Visit our Turtle Sanctuary and help feed our native sharks and rays!Pirate Adventure Mini Golf at SEA LIFE ScarboroughNow you can combine your SEA LIFE voyage with a round of Pirate Adventure Mini Golf*! It’s a swashbuckling game for the whole family offering a new challenge at every hole.In true pirate style, your navigation skills will be tested as you make your way around cannons, treasure chests and gunpowder barrels.Will you hold your nerve as you jump aboard a pirate raft and make your way over water to the half way point? Can you conquer all 12 holes? Do you have enough skill to beat your friends and family? There’s only one way to find out!*Separate charge applies
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Rotherham, United Kingdom
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
22 May 2013
Thank you for your review
I am disappointed to hear that you felt Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary didn't have a lot of fish - we have over 150 different species of marine life including seals, otters, penguins and turtles.
Due to the age and design of Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, there are some steps within the building. There is an...
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Quite expensive but we had a vouch for half price, still cost over £20 with a brochure. The displays were very good and all the young staff we spoke to were cheerful, knowledgeable and friendly. The place could do with some basic maintenance. The council operated pay and display car park is understandable as it's by the beach but some...
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
22 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review
It's great to hear that you thought our displays were good and that our staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Many thanks
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Leeds, United Kingdom
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Visited earlier in may after booking on line and saving 40%! Still cost over 30 pounds for our visit which was with my self, my partner and 2 paying children and one under 2 who was free. My indifference started when parking cost £5.00. Upon entering the centre the money begging begins. "Come have you pictures taken for ID" we...
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
17 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review.
I am pleased to hear that you took advantage of booking in advance online and saving 40%. We feel that this saving offers very good value for money.
The car park situated directly outside the centre is operated by Scarborough Borough Council.
Conservation is very important to us and to enable our team...
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Doncaster, United Kingdom
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We had vouchers for £5 off per person but still thing the price is to high also paying full price for a three year old can make it very expensive for family's the photos they take when you go in are a bit pricy
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
17 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review.
Thank you for your comments. We do make discounts accessible via our website and promotional vouchers and we also operate a family pricing structure to ensure good value for money. Many thanks
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Scotland
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We visited the attraction during a cold, wet day of our holiday nearby and was by far the worst Sea Life we have been to.
Our son is a wheelchair user so, on paying we asked if there was a map or written instructions for the acessible route around. We were told that it was clearly signposted and there would...
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
13 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review.
I am sorry to hear that you experienced some difficulties on your visit to our attraction.
Due to the age and design of Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, there are some steps within the building. There is an alternative route for disabled guests and we have done our best to signpost this throughout the...
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Scarborough is a very interesting part of the East Coast to visit offering clean beaches and resort. The sealife centre is a pleasant walk along the front or a short open too bus ride etc. The price of admission is reasonable. The centre has all the amenities you could need and if you time it right you can view the...
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
13 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review.
We too think that Scarborough is an interesting place to visit and thank you for your good comments about our attraction. At Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, there are talks and feeding demonstrations throughout the day where you can go along and find out more about our seals, otters, penguins, turtles and sharks. Many...
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Breadsall, Derby, United Kingdom
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Good value, well kept, very informative and educational. Some hands on areas. Plenty for children to take part in. A good restaurant, and very good staff.
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
13 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review.
It's great to hear that you visited our attraction and found it very informative and educational. We appreciate all feedback. Many thanks
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Rotherham, United Kingdom
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Awesome! not been since i was really young and think i enjoyed it more this time at 27 years old. The mini Golf is a must for £1 per person.
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
8 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review.
I am pleased that you felt our attraction was awesome and that you took advantage of the special offer we were running for Pirate Adventure Mini Golf when you visited.
Thank you for your feedback.
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Darlington, United Kingdom
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Having looked at some of the reviews below I'm wishing I looked a couple of days ago as I'm feeling a bit ripped off now! Clearly the only sensible way to visit this place is with a discount voucher which as it turns out are available just about anywhere! We had not planned a visit but at the last Minute...
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
8 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review.
I am disapppointed to hear that you feel a visit to our attraction would be complete in half an hour. We have over 50 displays of marine life at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary and offer regular talks and feeding demonstrations throughout the day as well as a hands-on rockpool experience and a quiz...
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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Loved the day out, it was affordable as we had a two-for-one voucher. You do have to pay for parking which we didn't expect but it was well worth it for a great, fun day out! The seals were great!
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Scarborough S, Guest Relations Manager at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary, responded to this review
8 May 2013
Hello and thank you for your review.
I am pleased to hear that you had a fun day out at Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary and that you think our seals are great - we agree, they are amazing!
The car park situated directly outside the centre is operated by Scarborough Borough Council.
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