Britain's What's On Event Guide
Feel the Love at the Oceanarium this February Half Term!
Enjoy a magical underwater journey, above and below the waves this half term, and get up close to hundreds of species, learning more about the conservation and sustainability of our watery world.
Pre-book online 24 hours in advance and SAVE! Ticket’s allow unlimited same day entry!
As part of our efforts to give back to the planet and raise money for charity, we are giving you the chance to share the love this half term, by designing Valentine's Day Card's out of litter, that our conservation team have found during their beach cleans. Guests can also paint a pebble for a loved one, which will be displayed in an animal habitat of your choice.* Valentine’s Day colouring activities will be available in the play area. * These activities will be available daily from Saturday 14 February - Sunday 22 February 2026.
Love is in the water!
• Shell-ebrate Valentine's Day with our colouring activities
• Location: Play area
Arts and crafts Love cards
• Make a card for a loved one out of recycled products
• Location: Bay View
• Timings: 11:15 am - 11:45 am
Paint a Pebble for your Valentine
• Write your loved ones name on a pebble and have it on display in Pennguin Beach or Otter Oasis
• Location: Bay View
• Timings: 2:15 - 2:45 pm
Don't forget about our daily animal feedings times and talks where you can learn more about these incredible animals. Visitors can also use our Spotter Guide on the map to track down some more camouflage and hidden individuals! Feel the Love at the Oceanarium this half term! Tickets are valid all day!
To complement your marine adventure, grab a bite to eat in the Offshore Café and visit The Cove Shop, which is home to a huge variety of plush toys and a good range of eco-friendly products!
Dive in, what are you waiting for?
Pre-book online 24 hours in advance and SAVE! Ticket’s allow unlimited same day entry!
As part of our efforts to give back to the planet and raise money for charity, we are giving you the chance to share the love this half term, by designing Valentine's Day Card's out of litter, that our conservation team have found during their beach cleans. Guests can also paint a pebble for a loved one, which will be displayed in an animal habitat of your choice.* Valentine’s Day colouring activities will be available in the play area. * These activities will be available daily from Saturday 14 February - Sunday 22 February 2026.
Love is in the water!
• Shell-ebrate Valentine's Day with our colouring activities
• Location: Play area
Arts and crafts Love cards
• Make a card for a loved one out of recycled products
• Location: Bay View
• Timings: 11:15 am - 11:45 am
Paint a Pebble for your Valentine
• Write your loved ones name on a pebble and have it on display in Pennguin Beach or Otter Oasis
• Location: Bay View
• Timings: 2:15 - 2:45 pm
Don't forget about our daily animal feedings times and talks where you can learn more about these incredible animals. Visitors can also use our Spotter Guide on the map to track down some more camouflage and hidden individuals! Feel the Love at the Oceanarium this half term! Tickets are valid all day!
To complement your marine adventure, grab a bite to eat in the Offshore Café and visit The Cove Shop, which is home to a huge variety of plush toys and a good range of eco-friendly products!
Dive in, what are you waiting for?
Sat 14 Feb to Sunday 22 February
Oceanarium, Pier Approach, Bournemouth, Dorset BH2 5AA
February half term opening hours:Open daily from 10am. Last admission is at 4pm, closing at 5pm.
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