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Share the Lobster Love

Share the Lobster Love this FebruaryPlanning a visit out with your loved ones this February? Or looking for a unique treat to say ‘You’re My Lobster’ this Valentines?Our hatchery is now back open ready for 2024, with a few new additions and a lot of hard work, we have been working on something special for […]

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Flowmotion Art @ The Hatchery

Marine life and the ocean provides such an inspiration to the arts, and we are proud to have hosted many exhibitions from photography to pottery showcasing local talent here at our centre in Padstow. This March and April it is Kathryn Burgess turn and her incredible 'Flowmotion Art' will be on display in our centre […]

Celebrating Mums

Free 'Adopt a Lobster' for Mums 6th-10th MarchWe would not be able to carry out our conservation work without the lobster mums bought to us by local fishers. Celebrating all mums this year with a free 'adopt a lobster' for all mums who visit our hatchery between 6th and 10th March 2024.PLUS for some extra […]

Baby Lobster Release – Postponed

Join us and our friends at Aspects Holidays to release hundreds of baby lobsters into the wild! Rare opportunity to get involved with conservation in action.Meet at 11.30am outside The Tate.We will be releasing in and around the rock pools so sensible shoes recommendedNo cost but donations very welcome on the dayAny changes will be […]

Lovely Locals Weekend – Half Price Entry!

Our lovely locals can get 50% off day admission for this weekend only when they visit the hatchery. Simply show proof of address on entry and receive half price admission.PL & TR postcodesDay admission onlyOpen both days 10am - 4pm18th and 19th May ONLY .

National Lobster Day @ NLH

A national day to celebrate and learn more about our favourite claw-some creatures -LOBSTERS!Our hatchery is open 10-4, what better activity for national lobster day then visiting The National Lobster Hatchery!Sharing the lobster love, with code LOBSTERLOVE24 for 20% off advance tickets on our website.

Summer of Sea Creatures

This Summer get an up close look at weird and wonderful Sealife here at The NLH.14th July - 1st SeptFalmouth Marine School's collection of artefacts will spend the Summer holidays here in Padstow. Visitors can see amazing Sealife, take part in ocean themed activities and view exclusive underwater footage from our friends at The Open […]

Lovely Locals Weekend – Half Price Entry!

Lovely locals, as we celebrate 24 years of being open to the public, you can enjoy 50% off day admission for this weekend only! Simply show proof of address on entry and receive half price admissionPL & TR postcodesDay admission onlyOpen both days 10am - 4pm19th and 20th October ONLY 

‘Lob Tropicana’

This winter, when the cold sets in and the sun fades, step into the warmth and wonder of 'Lob Tropicana'! Inside, the glow never stops— explore our glowing marine exhibits, immerse yourself in vibrant neon lights, and let the lobsters light up your day. Glow on!Open daily 10-4

Spreading the Lobster Love this Feb

Back by popular demand! Re-opening for our 25th year on the 13th February, come and visit our award winning visitors centre for what is a special year for us and our baby lobsters. This half term we have extra heart-warming activities and trails for the whole family to enjoy, all included with your annual pass […]

Easter Holidays @ The NLH

This Easter Holidays come and join in the family fun at the National Lobster Hatchery.Plenty of additional activities, plus a Padstow wide Easter Hunt   A great opportunity for an ocean themed day out in the pretty town of Padstow.Open everyday 10-4Feel good and do good day out for the family!Dog friendly. See less