Plans have been submitted to transform a children's play centre into an aquarium in Skegness. BBC News - Panda's Palace in Skegness could become aquarium
Having seen the proposed plans for this attraction it doesn't appear to be very big and I wonder if there will be any unique/out of the ordinary displays which will set it apart from the Sealife centre format. http://publicaccess.e-lindsey.gov.u...284_14-PROPOSED_GROUND_FLOOR_PLAN-3580315.pdf Nature Land at the other end of the front also has a small aquarium and "local" marine display within it's broader animal exhibits. As a wet weather attraction it would have a wider appeal than a children's play area, so it may just work. About 15yrs ago an aquarium opened in Cleethorpes, entry prices were quite expensive and I remember visiting with my 7 yr old nephew, who though seemingly interested in the exhibits, was still through the place in around 30mins - not exactly value for money. I don't recall it staying open for too long.
Skegness Aquarium is expected to open in April - It's curator will be Paul Strachan (ex displays supervisor at Bristol Aquarium) Over 500 people apply for 25 jobs at Skegness Aquarium | Lincolnshire Echo http://www.bristolaquarium.co.uk/news/scuba-fan-dives-in-to-new-role-at-bristol-aquarium/ http://zoowork.blogspot.ae/2015/02/aquaristdiver.html
Why is it a shame for the children? As a child I'd much rather have been taken to an aquarium than a play centre. I think it's fantastic for the children.
Skegness Aquarium. Visited the Skegness Aquarium yesterday. I have to say that I was extremely impressed with it. It wasn't your conventional species on show. I will post a list of species later on.
Around 400 young common octopuses have recently hatched at Skegness Aquarium. Skegness octopus gives birth to 400 babies - but it's bittersweet