We have been going to the Sanctuary for years and have enjoyed every second of it! There is just sooo much to do!!
Firstly, you couldn't ask for a more beautiful destination. The Sanctuary is set with a backdrop of the gorgeous Helford estuary in the quaint little village of Gweek, just outside of Helston. Theres the seal hospital (this is where the seal pups will be in winter), then several pools which are home to loads of different types of seals. Theres a seal rescue academy where one of the staff will teach you what they do when they rescue a pup and you get a chance to have a go as well.
Theres the most wonderful underwater viewing areas - where you can watch the seals swimming towards you underwater!! The kids will sit and watch it for hours!! Then you've got the ginat rock pool which has loads of different types of fish, anemones, sea snails etc and you even get the chance to hold a crab or a starfish! Then you've got the brilliant woodland walk with the nature trail to follow, and two of the cutest otters I've ever seen! You've also got ponies, goats and sheep! And theres a great safari bus that kids just love. I'd recommend seeing the talks at feeding times, their so informative.
We visit at least 4 times a year with the kids and wouldn't change it for the world!
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Advantages: Interesting, informative,lovely seals, refreshments,lovely location, good access for people with mobility problems Disadvantages: Not sure if can access by us/train, maybe a little pricey for families, can get crowded
Advantages: Interesting, informative,lovely seals, refreshments,lovely location, good access for people with mobility problems Disadvantages: Not sure if can access by us/train, maybe a little pricey for families, can get crowded
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