Summer Holidays: Happy Habitats at The National Lobster Hatchery

This summer, discover the wonderful world of Happy Habitats!

Join us for a fun-filled family adventure as we explore the amazing habitats of Cornwall’s coastline and meet the incredible creatures that call them home. From baby lobsters and seahorses to wrasse, crabs and more, find out where our favourite ocean animals are happiest, why healthy habitats matter, and how we can all help protect them.

With hands-on activities, habitat hunts, fascinating marine facts and plenty of opportunities to see our happy hatchlings growing in the hatchery, there’s something for curious minds of every age.

Become a Happy Habitat Explorer!

Want to start the adventure before you even arrive? Download your FREE Happy Habitat Explorer Passport to print at home. Colour it in before your visit, then bring it along to complete challenges, collect your National Lobster Hatchery stamp and continue your wildlife adventure throughout your holiday.

Download your Happy Habitat Explorer Passport here →

Whether you’re visiting for an hour or making a day of it in Padstow, Happy Habitats is packed with family-friendly fun, whatever the weather.

Open 10am – 4pm daily throughout the summer holidays – rain or shine.

All activities are included with admission, with tickets starting from just £7.

Plan your summer adventure

Make this summer one to remember with a visit to the National Lobster Hatchery. Meet our amazing marine animals, discover the vital conservation work happening behind the scenes, complete your Happy Habitat Explorer Passport and leave inspired to help protect our ocean.

Book your tickets online today and start planning your Happy Habitats adventure!