About Cornish Seal Sanctuary
Make some new friends today at Cornwall's only Seal Sanctuary and rescue centre!
Come and hear from our Animal Care Team about dramatic rescues and meet the seals whose individual stories are brought to life during your visit.
Relax at the Cafe or simply enjoy the beautiful view of the Helford River and wander along the picturesque woodland walk.
Children will love the pirate play area, quiz trail and special events all year round. Don't forget to say hello our other friends; including our beavers, Icelandic Puffins, goats and rare breed sheep.
We have regular talks from members of our Entertainments team throughout the day where you can learn about the seals and ask questions.
The SEA LIFE TRUST Cornish Seal Sanctuary is a charity that rescues and rehabilitates grey seal pups from around the Cornish coastline. Each season (September - March), the Sanctuary rehabilitates over 70 seal pups that have been rescued for various reasons, from malnourishment to being separated from their mum.
Looking for festive fun this holiday season? Check out nearby events on our Christmas Events 2024 page!
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We have been established for nearly 50 years!
Gweek in Cornwall has been the home to The Seal Sanctuary for nearly fifty years.
Our mission is to rescue and provide expert care for sick, injured, or distressed seals and other marine animals in need of help who are found around our shores. After rehabilitation, we release them back into their natural environment once they are back to full health. Each year, we rehabilitate over 70 grey seal pups from local coastal waters and bring them into our specialist Seal Hospital.
Alongside our resident seals, we have just welcomed ten Icelandic rescue Puffins from our sister Beluga Whale Sanctuary in Iceland. We are the only place in the UK where you can see rescue puffins up close. Join us at Puffin Island to enjoy watching these characterful birds and hear their rescue stories.
Onsite Cafe
Selling hot and cold drinks, cakes and sandwiches, freshly baked pasties and sausage rolls.
Kid's playground
Jump aboard the pirate ship and play with your shipmates! Our playground is the perfect place to keep little ones entertained. The Discovery Cove Playground mixes education with fun, allowing children to learn whilst playing.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Wheelchair Hire
Opening Times
- Monday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Tuesday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Wednesday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Thursday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Friday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Saturday, 11:00 - 16:00
- Sunday, 11:00 - 16:00
See the website for seasonal opening times.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (3-16) : £18.99
- Adult (17-18+) : £21.99
- Babies and Toddlers (0-3) : Free
General AdmissionAdults: £21.99Kids (3-15): £18.99Under 3's: FreeSeniors: £20.99
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 3 - 4 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
We offer a range of pasties, sausage rolls and sandwiches which vary seasonally. We always have vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available. We also offer a range of hot and cold drinks plus snacks, including savoury and sweet options.
Our hot drink prices start from £2.75, we offer hot food from £3.75 and sandwich options from £2.50.
FAQs
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Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Public Transport
Contact Details
Transport Information
There is a bus route into Gweek which is a 5-minute walk to the Sanctuary.
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