“Visit the hatchery and see for yourself how science is helping to conserve the fishing tradition in Cornwall and beyond.”
Padstow is a typical Cornish fishing port, famous for its seafood connection, beaches and hospitality. Finding the National Lobster Hatchery is easy.
We are on the quayside next to Padstow's main car and coach park.
Our site has level access and is wheelchair friendly. There are WC facilities which are also suitable for the disabled. For disabled visitors who have arranged to visit the education or conference room, there is a stairlift, hearing loop and a colour scheme that will assist the visually impaired.
CURRENT ADMISSION FEES:
Adults £3.50
Children £1.50 (under fives are free)
Seniors £2.00
Family £7.50 (2 adults & 2 children)
National Lobster Hatchery visitor centre
We aim to make a visit to the Lobster Hatchery rewarding for everyone. The main attraction has to be seeing the young lobsters growing up ready to be released, but we also have our resident giant lobster and Edible and Spider Crabs. We display a wealth of information about lobsters, the fishery and marine conservation, as well as activities for all ages. Our staff are always on hand to answer your questions and make sure you get the most from your visit.
We also have a gift shop area with sea-life related goods and a range of books about marine life and Cornwall.
"Really informative and welcoming" ... Mark Jones
"Really nice environment to learn. Friendly and lovely place. Loved the baby lobsters" ... Neil Carter
"We brought five 11 year old boys who were really interested, particularly in sponsoring a lobster. The lady was so friendly and relaxed with them and so knowledgeable" ....
Mrs Beazley
OPENING TIMES:
We are open all year, 7 days a week, from 10am. Closed Christmas Day.
The dates in blue make allowance for school holidays
Autumn |
5th Sept – 22nd Oct |
10.00 – 17.00 |
Oct Half term |
23rd Oct – 31st Oct |
10.00 – 17.30 |
Winter |
1st Nov – 31st Mar |
10.00 – 16.00 |
Christmas |
18th Dec – 4th Jan |
10.00 – 16.30 |
Feb half term |
19th Feb – 27th Feb |
10.00 – 16.30 |
Spring |
1st April – 15th July |
10.00 – 17.00 |
Easter |
2nd Apr – 25th Apr |
10.00 – 17.30 |
Whitson |
28th May – 5th June |
10.00 – 17.30 |
Summer |
16th July – 4th Sept |
10.00 – 19.30 |
