Ready to Shell-ebrate in Style?

Now only £19.25 per child!

Searching for the perfect spot to throw a turtley awesome birthday bash? 
Dive into the fun at Blue Planet Aquarium – where your child’s big day will be packed with underwater adventure and unforgettable memories!

What’s included in our birthday parties?

Special guided tour

A free special guided tour for the birthday child

Aquatheatre show

Aquatheatre show and hands-on animal feeding for the birthday child

Annual Membership

A free junior annual membership for the birthday child

Hot or cold food

Choice of chicken nuggets or battered cod, chips and a drink or a sandwich, crisps and a drink

Free party bag 

A free party bag for every child containing sweets, a stationery set, a jigsaw and a puzzle!

Looking for something extra special?

An underwater message for the birthday child – The birthday child’s name and age will be displayed in our Caribbean reef while their party travels through the aqua tunnel! (£5.50)

Terms and Conditions

  • Full payment must be received before entering Blue Planet Aquarium on the day of the party
  • A non-refundable £25 deposit must be taken to confirm the date and time of the party
  • One free adult place will be provided with every party, additional adult places can be purchased for £19.42
  • Any additional children who attend with pre-booked party guests will be charged upon admission
  • Any additional meals for children under 90cm will be charged at £6.00
    Party times are fixed, we recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before your party start time
  • The contents of Blue Planet Aquarium party bags may vary and cannot be confirmed in advance

Extra info you need to know:

  • Bookings are for a minimum of 10 children and a maximum of 20
  • At least one adult must be present at all times – one adult gets free entry with every party
  • Whilst we aim to provide the food listed above it may be necessary to make substitutions on the day – please make sure we are aware of any allergies or special dietary requirements
  • Blue Planet Aquarium cannot be held liable for any of our food products or any food products brought in by visitors, including birthday cakes. Whilst we cannot guarantee any of our products do not contain nuts we will do our best to cater for any special dietary requirements

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    Plan your visit

    Open All Year!

    Open All Year!

    Get ready for a fin-tastic day out! Blue Planet Aquarium is open daily from 10am (closed only on Christmas Day), with the last entry one hour before closing.

    Our closing times change with the seasons, so be sure to check back before your visit to make the most of your underwater adventure!

    Monday
    10am – 5pm
    Tuesday
    10am – 5pm
    Wednesday
    10am – 5pm
    Thursday
    10am – 5pm
    Friday
    10am – 5pm
    Saturday
    10am – 5pm
    Sunday
    10am – 5pm

    Your underwater adventure starts the moment you set off! Blue Planet Aquarium is easy to find – just off Junction 10 of the M53 at Cheshire Oaks, right next to the Designer Outlet. Hop on a Stagecoach X1 from Chester or Service 1 from Liverpool and let the journey begin! Buses run regularly, and the nearest train station is Ellesmere Port, just two miles away, with easy bus links to get you even closer to the action.
    For more information about visiting Blue Planet Aquarium, check out our How to Get Here page.

    There are lots of things to see at Blue Planet Aquarium. For more information, visit our Exhibits page.

    Gear up for a smooth start to your day! Blue Planet Aquarium has its own onsite car park, just a short stroll from the entrance. Parking costs £2.95 per vehicle, no matter how long you stay, and when you buy something in the café, you’ll receive a free hot drink when you show your parking ticket.

    Here at Blue Planet Aquarium we pride ourselves on being a great place to visit for all the family and our space is designed with access for everyone in mind.

    For full details, head to our Visitor Accessibility