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SUMMARY:The Lobster Lollop 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Lobster Lollop returns for 2025! A no-pressure trail run in support of The National Lobster Hatchery.   \n\n\n\nThis fun and timed run takes you out and back along the famous Camel Trail\, with distances to suit all levels: 2.5k\, 5k\, 10k\, and 10 miles. \n\n\n\nThis year we have 10 charity spaces available for some Lobstar’s to raise vital funds while enjoying this fantastic event. Get in touch below and join the line up!  \n\n\n\n\nGet in touch\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you would like to register for a regular place on the run\, click here.
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/the-lobster-lollop/
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SUMMARY:Happy Halloween Hatchery
DESCRIPTION:Fun family activities this October Half term!To celebrate our 25th anniversary a golden lobster will be hidden in the centre each day – whoever finds it first will win a prize! \n\n\n\nCreepy crafting for all ages \n\n\n\nTechnician talks\, learn more about these peculiar creatures.Tuesday 21stThursday 23rdTuesday 28thThursday 30thall at 1pm \n\n\n\nAll activities included with entry \n\n\n\nOpen daily 10-4 I Great in all weathers I Dog friendly12 month entry from £6 
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/happy-birthday-hatchery-celebrating-25yrs-of-the-nlh/
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SUMMARY:Clovelly Lobster & Crab Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:A whole festival in aid of The National Lobster Hatchery! We cant wait to return this August… \n\n\n\n“Lobster and Crab Feast is how Clovelly celebrates its famous\, sustainably caught\, lobsters and crabs. It’s a great day out for all the family. Expect live music\, delicious lobster and crab dishes\, and local artesian craft stalls. Plus walkabout magic\, balloon modelling\, face painting and craft activities for the children.”
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/clovelly-lobster-crab-festival/
LOCATION:Clovelly Harbour\, Clovelly\, Bideford\, Devon\, EX39 5TF
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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\n\n\n\n\n.
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/dive-into-national-marine-week-a-visit-to-the-national-lobster-hatchery/
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SUMMARY:Exhibition: Gemma Lessinger EXTENDED
DESCRIPTION:Art Exhibition overlooking the Camel Estuary\, Join the NLH as we welcome Gemma Lessinger and her incredible work this May…\n\n\n\nEXTENDED!! Join Gemma from May 23rd to June 1st when she will be exhibiting a collection of paintings at The National Lobster Hatchery in Padstow\, Cornwall. \n\n\n\nPadstow and Rock have long been a favourite area for Gemma to study\, the estuary and Doom bar being particularly fascinating for her to study. Being able to showcase this body of work right on the waters edge in Padstow\, looking out to the estuary is a dream come true. All the works on display will all be focusing on the surrounding area\, with Gemma live painting there most days. A portion of every sale made during the exhibition will be donated to the important work the Hatchery team are doing to preserve the marine life and therefore ocean that Gemma is so passionate about.
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/exhibition-gemma-lessinger-at-the-nlh/
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SUMMARY:Hey Babies! May Half-Term @ NLH
DESCRIPTION:As we move into May we begin peak production season here at the hatchery! Each day we can see up to 5000 baby lobsters born  \n\n\n\nThis May half term come and meet our latest arrivals\, learn more about lobsters\, other marine life babies and enjoy a peak into the busy season at the hatchery. \n\n\n\nOpen every day 10-4Dog friendly \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/lobsterbabies/
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SUMMARY:Easter Holidays @ The NLH
DESCRIPTION:This Easter Holidays come and join in the family fun at the National Lobster Hatchery. \n\n\n\nPlenty of additional activities\, plus a Padstow wide Easter Hunt   A great opportunity for an ocean themed day out in the pretty town of Padstow. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpen everyday 10-4Feel good and do good day out for the family!Dog friendly.  \n\n\n\nSee less
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/easter-holidays-the-nlh/
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SUMMARY:Spreading the Lobster Love this Feb
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand!  \n\n\n\nRe-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 which start from just £6.00 for unlimited visits. \n\n\n\nOpen 7 days a week 10 – 4 \n\n\n\nEvery penny goes to continuing our charities mission. A family day out for ocean lovers with a  #feelgooddogood purpose \n\n\n\nDogs on leads very welcome.
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/become-a-mini-marine-biologist/
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SUMMARY:'Lob Tropicana'
DESCRIPTION: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! \n\n\n\nOpen daily 10-4 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nBuy Ticket
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/lob-tropicana/
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SUMMARY:Lovely Locals Weekend - Half Price Entry!
DESCRIPTION: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 admission \n\n\n\nPL & TR postcodesDay admission onlyOpen both days 10am – 4pm19th and 20th October ONLY 
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/lovely-locals-weekend-half-price-entry-2/
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SUMMARY:Summer of Sea Creatures
DESCRIPTION:This Summer get an up close look at weird and wonderful Sealife here at The NLH. \n\n\n\n14th July – 1st Sept \n\n\n\nFalmouth 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 Ocean Group. \n\n\n\nAll included with admissionOpen daily 9-5Family and dog friendly
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/summer-of-sea-creatures/
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SUMMARY:National Lobster Day @ NLH
DESCRIPTION:A national day to celebrate and learn more about our favourite claw-some creatures -LOBSTERS! \n\n\n\nOur hatchery is open 10-4\, what better activity for national lobster day then visiting The National Lobster Hatchery! \n\n\n\nSharing the lobster love\, with code LOBSTERLOVE24 for 20% off advance tickets on our website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet tickets
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/national-lobster-day-nlh/
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SUMMARY:Lovely Locals Weekend - Half Price Entry!
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nPL & TR postcodesDay admission onlyOpen both days 10am – 4pm18th and 19th May ONLY  \n\n\n\n.
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/lovely-locals-weekend-half-price-entry/
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SUMMARY:Baby Lobster Release - Postponed
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nMeet 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 posted in the Facebook event\, so make sure to follow for any updates. (I.e. weather)Everyone welcome
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/baby-lobster-release-st-ives/
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Mums
DESCRIPTION:Free ‘Adopt a Lobster’ for Mums 6th-10th March\n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nPLUS for some extra Lobster Love; all annual passes bought between 15.02.24 and 10.03.24 will be in with a chance of winning a lobster themed bundle worth over £50. \n\n\n\nWinner picked at random 11.03.24 and will be contacted directly by one of the NLH team.  \n\n\n\nUK residents only
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/celebrating-mums/
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SUMMARY:Flowmotion Art @ The Hatchery
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nThis March and April it is Kathryn Burgess turn and her incredible ‘Flowmotion Art’ will be on display in our centre from 1st March to the end of April. \n\n\n\nKathryn’s art is created using the generic term of ‘fluid art’\, which covers a range of techniques to move liquid acrylic paint across the canvas\, rather than a more traditional style of applying paint with a brush. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition is included with all annual passes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElectric Blue Kelp – Flowmotion Art \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMint Kelp – Flowmotion Art
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/flowmotion-art-the-hatchery/
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SUMMARY:Share the Lobster Love
DESCRIPTION:Share the Lobster Love this February\n\n\n\nPlanning a visit out with your loved ones this February? Or looking for a unique treat to say ‘You’re My Lobster’ this Valentines? \n\n\n\nOur 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 our visitors this year. Cant wait? We shared a clue over on our Tik Tok… https://www.tiktok.com/@nationallobsterhatchery \n\n\n\nPop over to pretty Padstow for a day out with the family. Kids\, dogs and grown ups are all welcome here at the hatchery with annual passes now available for unlimited visits throughout year. \n\n\n\nCant make it to Cornwall in February but want to spread the lobster love? Our sweetheart adoptions are the perfect ‘do good feel good’ gift for someone special this 14th of Feb. \n\n\n\n\n\nThank you from all of Team Lobster x \n\n\n\nHeadline image Falmouth University Student Thomas Cubitt
URL:https://nationallobsterhatchery.co.uk/event/share-the-lobster-love/
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