1. South West
  2. Cornwall
  3. Helston

Attraction Information

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, Pygmy goats and rare breed sheep.

We have regular talks from memebers of our Animal Care 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.

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We have been established for over 60 years!

Gweek in Cornwall has been the home to The Seal Sanctuary for over sixty 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.

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.

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Facilities

  • TOILETS iconToilets
  • GIFT_SHOP iconGift Shop
  • ONSITE_PARKING iconOnsite Parking
  • FOOD_AVAILABLE iconFood Available
  • DOG_FRIENDLY iconDog Friendly
  • CARD_PAYMENTS_ACCEPTED iconCard Payments Accepted
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Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, Closed
  • Tuesday, Closed
  • 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

We are currently open Wednesday-Sunday 11am-4pm

Spring Opening hours

From 10th Feb- 18th Feb - 10am-5pm Everyday

From 19th Feb- 28th Mar - 11am-4pm Everyday

From 29th Mar -3rd Nov - 10am-5pm Everyday

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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Child (3-16) : £13.59
  • Adult (17-18+) : £15.99

General Admission
Adults: £15.99
Kids (3-15): £13.59
Under 3's: Free
Seniors: £14.50

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Plan Your Visit

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FAQs

Yes, there is parking.

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Contact Details

Gweek
Helston
Cornwall
TR12 6UG
England

Tel: 01326221361

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