Life at Sea

Wildlife watching isn’t just restricted to warmer months – winter can provide a beautiful backdrop to experience some wonderful wildlife…

Our beautiful coastline and diverse marine ecosystems are not just resources to exploit for profit; they are delicate habitats that…

The Cornish sucker fish, also known as the Lepadogaster purpurea, is a fascinating creature that can be found in the…

Did you know that leatherback sea turtles have been around for more than 100 million years? These majestic, ancient creatures…

The picturesque coastline of Cornwall, provides the opportunity to witness dolphins in their natural habitat – a truly unforgettable experience!…

Discover some of the best locations for watching wildlife in Cornwall from the beautiful grey seals to playful dolphins and,…

Rock pooling is a traditional summertime activity, and thanks to Cornwall’s bounty of fantastic locations to explore, there are rock…

Whether you marvel at them as you’re swimming, prod them on the beach, or fear their stings, jellyfish are fascinating…

In September 2021 a new purpose-built hospital was opened in Cornwall for ill and injured grey seal pups. This facility…

We are very fortunate in the summer months to be occasionally treated to sightings of feeding frenzies while we are…

If you’ve ever seen someone limping around the beach or sitting at the lifeguard hut with their foot in a…

Wally the walrus has become a national treasure, as our much-loved visitor from the Arctic. He was first spotted back…

The sea provides many surprising health benefits from supporting good skin to benefiting your mental health. Explore how the sea…

Thinking of booking a Sealife Safari Padstow boat trip while you’re in Cornwall? Here are some of the scintillating sights…

A holiday to Cornwall is brilliant for many reasons. It is packed with culture, great food, wonderful scenery and friendly…