I like this store because The staff here are very helpful…read more They won't advise you to buy anything you don't need. The Aquariums on display are inspirational. They have a very well stocked selection of accessories

The staff here are really helpful and clearly knowledgable and passionate about what they do. The…read morestore is laid out nicely and stocked with a good selection of tanks, livestock, plants and accessories. They even offered to open up a large bag of aquarium gravel so I could purchase the small quantity that I needed. It should also be noted that the plants and wood from their livestock tanks can also be purchased. This is especially useful as I have found it can take a long time to get a dry piece of wood well soaked and free of tannins (or as much as can be)! I'll definitely be going back again.

This museum shows the range of wildlife found on Portsea Island and the surrounding area through a…read moreseries of stuffed animal displays. They are not the most modern, but children seem to like them. It also has aquariums, displays on the ice age in the area, and fossils and other prehistoric information. Again, it is nothing spectacular, but it does give a lot of information. However, the museum is worth visiting for the butterfly house at the back where you can sit and watch the butterflies fly around you, and even land on you. The museum is right next to Canoe Lake and Southsea seafront so there are lots of other things to do on the same day.

This is a lovely place to stop into as you take a walk along the seafront. It is situated between…read morethe canoe lake and the Tenth Hole Tearooms (another place worth visiting). It is a small museum with lots to see. As you walk around you go through the ages and there are some interesting exhibits. One of the highlights is the butterfly house. On the occasion I visited, there were some interesting feeding 'sculptures' designed by a local artist. These were really eye catching and unique, it gave quite a different feel to the butterflies feeding. There were plenty of butterflies and moths to see, flying around everywhere and landing nearby. There is a gift shop with some unusal and interesting gifts, it is not your normal museum and definitely worth a visit.

For aquarium enthusiasts, whether raising saltwater, tropical or cold water fish, Maidenhead…read moreAquatics is quite literally an oasis located next to a wider garden centre. The team are extremely knowledgable about their stock of live aquatic animals and plants and up to date on the best products. Having tended to a wide span of aquarium stock, I was taken aback by both the diverse range of animals, plants and equipment in a relatively small space and the team's knowledge. In tending to my modest sized tropical fish tank and looking ahead to restarting my 55 gallon tank, Maidenhead Aquatics has become my central hub in continuing a decades long passion in the Southampton/Winchester area.

Maidenhead Aquatics are across the South of England usually based with Wyevale garden centres…read more This one is a large shop with lots of tanks for all ages and beginners and experts alike. Everything you could need to get started, modify or kit a tank for cold, tropical, or marine fish. As well as a huge selection of fish, mostly tropical, but marine and coldwater a plenty. Many species I'd never seen before so rather exciting options for my tank. Prices cheaper than most the local fish shops I've seen, and the fish look happy and healthy. The staff are friendly, sometimes lacking in number, but they know what they're talking about when you ask questions! Always go here first for when I'm looking for aquatics supplies and fish.

A wide range of fish for everyone, Marine, tropical and cold. Fantastic range of tanks. Staff are…read morevery friendly and will help if needed

I highly recommend this place…read more Despite the look of this stores website - which looks high end and expensive - this aquarium store is great and is not that expensive. I recently purchase an aquarium, the necessary paraphernalia and (after having cycled my tank off course) a red and white fantail goldfish (called "Mo"). The staff were really really nice and very helpful...I cannot rave about it enough. They have lots of choice too (fish / plant / tank etc).

So! What's an American to do when he wants to buy H2Ocean's Reef Paste that's not sold in the…read morestates? He goes to the source, of course! While prices for us Yanks are expensive everywhere in London, this place is no exception. HOWEVER, the customer service is EXCELLENT!!! The fish & corals ALL look healthy & happy, & I've been reefing for years! As online stores take over, retails stores dwindle. It's even happening in the States. That's why it's so important to support your local store so they can stay in business!! Thanks to all of the staff at ADC, for being so kind & patient with me!! If I could, I'd bring home the baby boxfish today. No really, I would!! Have you seen him? Well, hurry up & get in there before someone buys him!

(Don't come for me) I don't like it here. Let me explain.. I dont agree with the tanks, shows ect…read more Its animal cruelty MAKING them preform shows for YOU'RE entertainment, i'm sorry but its disgusting!! animals have feelings too you know!! Ok I'm done

The main thing that attracted me to the Oceanarium was their latest attracted called the Virtual…read moreShark Cage but found out after I paid for tickets that it was not working, how dissapointing but we still enjoyed our trip out. The aquarium is a lot smaller than most other ones but they do have two large sea turtles and a few stingrays in their main tank. The size of the sharks in the main tank was a bit dissapointing but it did not spoil the whole experience. They did have another tank with a few mixtures of sharks which was quite interesting. I like the fact that they had a few other animals, not just animals you find in the sea to spice up the attraction. There was an interactive video unit that allows you to record yourself pledging not to do a few things to help save the environment.

A great little place to visit. There's a planetarium, an aquarium, a cafe and model trains. Each…read moreplace charges it's only entry fee but all are cheap. There's also wonderful views across the sea. Plenty of free parking, unsure about disabled toilets.

I was excited to visit this aquarium on my recent trip to Brighton as they advertise themselves as…read morethe world's oldest aquarium. When I arrived at the ticketing office, I was told that one of the tanks would be closed for refurbishment. However, they didn't stress that it wasn't just one small tank, but an entire section of the aquarium. With such a large section of the aquarium closed, it was an absolute waste of £20. While the architecture is pretty, Sea Life is way overpriced for what you see. With the refurb going on, the flow of the place was messed up and the signs directing you where to go were not clear. I am hoping that I accidentally missed a section, because otherwise I paid £20 to see 2 rooms of fish. The only time I ran into staff members was in the ticketing office and gift shop, so there wasn't anyone I could have asked for directions. This place might be worth the pricey ticket after the refurbishment is complete, but until then I would skip SeaLife in favor of some of the other attractions in Brighton.

This is a lovely little aquarium. It's the oldest aquarium in the world! It was cool to see, and…read moreit's perfect for little kids. The arches/tunnels under the main tank were so cool! Everyone liked looking up at the giant sea turtle, manta rays, and sharks swimming over us! I loved the Finding Nemo section! Baby Friendly 5 stars Kid Friendly 5 stars Plenty of room at baby changing station. Nice aquarium.