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SUMMARY:Small Claws\, Big Impact Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Go behind the scenes at The National Lobster Hatchery\, through the lens of wildlife photographer Lewis Jefferies. \n\n\n\nSmall Claws\, Big Impact is an in-depth look at Padstow-based marine conservation charity\, The National Lobster Hatchery. \n\n\n\nWildlife photographer Lewis Jefferies has worked closely with the hatchery for seven years\, capturing images which shine a light on the biology\, science and stock enhancement work carried out by this unique Cornish charity. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition is an opportunity to get up close with these fascinating crustaceans\, and find out more about their lifecycle. \n\n\n\nHis incredible images will be in the Kemp Room of The National Lobster Hatchery from 8th May.
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SUMMARY:Happy Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Healthy Oceans = Happy Habitats \n\n\n\nThis Summer lets discover happy habitats! Find out what our favourite ocean animals love\, where they are happiest and how we can help!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA range of activities for all the family to get involved with\, and of course plenty of opportunity to see our happy hatchlings in the hatchery.  \n\n\n\nOpen every day rain or shine \n\n\n\nAll activities included with entry – starting from just £7 \n\n\n\n\nBuy Pass
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SUMMARY:Dive into National Marine Week: A Visit to the National Lobster Hatchery 🦞
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Marine Week with us as we explore the incredible National Lobster Hatchery in Padstow\, Cornwall—a marine conservation\, research\, and education charity dedicated to safeguarding the future of the European lobster. \n\n\n\nWhy the Hatchery Matters\n\n\n\n\nBoosting Lobster SurvivalHatchery-raised lobsters have up to a 1\,000× higher survival rate compared to wild counterparts—and with only about 1 in 20\,000 wild larvae surviving to adulthood\, this support is vital. \n\n\n\nSupporting Local Fisheries & EconomyThe European lobster is the UK’s most valuable commercial species—worth over £40 million annually—and essential to Cornwall’s fishing communities. \n\n\n\nA World-Leading Conservation InitiativeIn operation since 2000\, the hatchery collaborates with fishermen\, scientists\, restaurants\, and volunteers to replenish Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly’s lobster stocks.\n\n\n\n\nHighlights of the Visit\n\n\n\n\nLobster Maternity WardWitness ‘berried hens’—egg-bearing female lobsters—collected from local fishermen when they’re ready to hatch. You can peek in as technicians care for them until the larvae emerge. \n\n\n\nRearing the YoungWatch tiny larvae progress through their planktonic stages before entering trays where cannibalism is prevented\, readying them for life on the seabed. \n\n\n\nVisitor Centre & ExhibitsInteractive displays let you trace a lobster’s journey from egg to adult and learn about the hatchery’s conservation\, research\, and education efforts. \n\n\n\nMeet the ExpertsChat with technicians like Ben—the “Lobfather”—who lead the rearing\, and release process\, and guide educational visits.\n\n\n\n\nVisiting the hatchery offers a powerful\, immersive experience—seeing the lifecycle\, meeting passionate experts\, and taking part in releases. It’s an inspiring way to connect with marine conservation\, broaden your understanding of sustainability\, and support a critical cause. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nReady to Dive In this National Marine Week?\n\n\n\n\nBook Now
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