The SEA LIFE London Aquarium is continuing their campaign to challenge misconceptions about sharks this May, with a mix of interactive talks, fun family activities including a JAWsome Shark workshop and an exhibition of beautifully carved miniature animal sculptures made from the aquarium's discarded shark teeth.

Throughout May, including Half Term, guests can come face to fin with more than 15 amazing sharks in the attraction's Shark Reef Encounter display, plus learn about their threatened world and how everyone can do a little bit to make a big difference.

The SEA LIFE experts will give bite-sized shark talks in JAWsome Shark workshops where guests will be taken on a journey of discovery to learn about these majestic creatures.* There will also be special themed family activities to join in with including shark story time with cuddly Shakey the Shark** and a FIN-tastic Shark mural which guests can help colour in for a chance to win a special shark prize each week.*** On selected days visitors can even see the South Bank attraction's sharks being fed.**** Finally, guests can wonder at the minute exhibition of astonishing sculptures, created by renowned 'miniature' artist Hedley Wiggan, who crafted six of the aquarium's most popular animals from shark teeth, shed naturally by the attraction's sharks every day.

Shark Month at the SEA LIFE London Aquarium is in partnership with the Shark Trust, aiming to educate guests on the growing dangers sharks face in the wild, from overfishing to finning and habitat destruction which all seriously impact on global shark populations.

Don't forget, as well as the sharks there is an entire marine world to explore including piranha, rare giant Green Sea turtles, tropical fish, rays, crabs and jellyfish.

*JAWsome Shark Workshop - 12pm - 5th, 7th, 9th, 10th, 12th, 14th, 16th, 17th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 24th, 26th, 28th, 30th, 31st

** Story Time with Shakey the Shark – 12pm - 4th, 6th, 8th, 11th, 13th, 15th, 18th, 20th, 22nd, 25th, 27th, 29th

***Shark Mural 11am-4pm daily – one Octonauts play set up for grabs each week, winner will be notified by email at the end of each week

****Shark feeds will take place each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday in May (5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28, 30)

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For further information please contact Tansy/Amy at freerange communications on 020 7402 9966 or tansy@freerange.eu

GETTING THERE

• Discounts and priority entry available with online booking - visit www.visitsealife.com/london
• Open seven days a week from 10am with last entry at 6pm
• Prices start from £19.98 per adult and £14.41 per child, Behind the Scenes Tour – prices start from £6.75 per adult and £4.50 per child.

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For further information please contact Tansy Ratcliffe-James or Amy Williams at freerange communications on 020 7402 9966 or tansy@freerange.eu

Notes to Editors:

Top booking tip: Choose a SEA LIFE London Aquarium VIP Family Ticket (two adults, two children) and make a saving of over £30! This great value ticket is only £81 online and includes:

·       Admission to SEA LIFE London Aquarium

·       Beat the queues with Priority Entry

·       Flexible entry so you can visit at any time during your selected day

·       Official SEA LIFE Guidebook

·       Souvenir photobook worth £25.00

MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS plc is the leading name in location-based, family entertainment. Europe's Number 1 and the world's second-largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin now operates 106 attractions, 11 hotels/3 holiday villages in 23 countries and across 4 continents. The company aims to deliver memorable and rewarding experiences to its almost 63 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and c26,000 employees (peak season). 

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