Blue Planet Aquarium

Home to over 100 living displays including Europe’s largest collection of sharks, Blue Planet Aquarium offers a whole world of underwater discovery.

Be sure to check out one of our daily Aquatheatre shows and get up close to our divers as they feed the fish in our huge underwater viewing window – all in front of the sharks. Blue Planet Aquarium is famous for its Shark collection – one of the largest in Europe!

There’s always a range of different feeds at Blue Planet Aquarium every single day! Check out the timetable located in our foyer when you arrive.

Get close to nature, learn about exotic fish, live corals and meet our loveable clown fish in our Reef Magic exhibit. Other exciting exhibits include seahorses, starfish, piranhas, caiman crocodiles and outdoors the Otters and an amazing Pirate Playground!

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Address
Blue Planet Aquarium
Cheshire Oaks
Ellesmere Port
Cheshire
CH65 9LF

Website: http://www.blueplanetaquarium.com
Events webpage: http://www.blueplanetaquarium.com/planning-your-visit-to-blue-planet-aquarium/events-activities
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BluePlanetUK
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BluePlanetAquarium

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Bletchley Park

Once Britain’s Best Kept Secret, today Bletchley Park is a heritage site and vibrant tourist attraction. Open daily, visitors can explore some of the iconic WW2 Codebreaking Huts and Blocks and marvel at the astonishing achievements of the Codebreakers whose work is said to have helped shorten the war by two years. Public interest in Bletchley Park has grown enormously over the past few years and the number of visitors to Bletchley Park in 2014 was 195,000.

Bletchley Park is run by the Bletchley Park Trust, a charity formed in 1992 to preserve the site for the nation. Today, the Trust is working towards transforming Bletchley Park into the world-class heritage and education site it deserves to be. Work has been completed to create a new Visitor Centre within Block C where Hollerith punch-card machines carried out rapid analysis of encrypted message systems to assist the Codebreakers. In parallel the iconic Codebreaking Huts 3 and 6 have been restored and opened up for visitors and the landscape has been returned to its 1940’s appearance. Breathtaking new exhibitions have been developed to significantly enhance the visitor experience at Bletchley Park.

The Bletchley Park Trust was awarded Business of the Year 2014 at the Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards.

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Address
Bletchley Park
Sherwood Drive
Bletchley
Milton Keynes
Buckinghamshire
MK3 6EB
(Sat-Nav: Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, MK3 6DS)

Website: http://www.bletchleypark.org.uk
Events webpage: https://www.bletchleypark.org.uk/calendar
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bletchleypark
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bletchley-Park-Trust-87373277817

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North Pier Blackpool

NORTH PIER BLACKPOOL is the oldest and longest of Blackpool’s three World famous piers. Along with Central Pier and South Pier Blackpool the attractions are owned and operated by Piers (Blackpool) Ltd.

Whether it be in the North Pier Theatre, The Merrie England or on the Pier itself we present a great line-up of shows and events with something for everyone and loads of free entertainment!

BLACKPOOL’S ORIGINAL & BEST PARTY VENUE!
The Merrie England Bar is without doubt the number one party and fun destination in Blackpool. Tourist or local, no visit into town is complete without dropping into The Merrie to enjoy the atmosphere and a drink right on the famous Promenade.

The public bar is open daily from 11am to 11pm and presents a line-up of free music and entertainment both inside and out in the beer garden, mainly for an adult audience.

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Address
North Pier Blackpool
Promenade
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY1 1NE

Website: http://www.northpierblackpool.co.uk
Events webpage: http://www.northpierblackpool.co.uk/#!shows/cyj1
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BpoolNorthPier
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackpoolNorthPier

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Bill Quay Community Farm

Welcome to Bill Quay Community Farm, a treasured green space on the edge of Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. Farming for fun, learning, food and wellbeing, there is always something going on at the farm.

Since July 2013, the farm has been run by Bill Quay Community Farm Association, a registered charity which operates the farm on a not-for-profit basis for the benefit of the wider community.

All of the farm livestock at Bill Quay Community Farm is rare and indigenous. The farm is a Rare Breeds Survival Trust Approved Farm Park and has several breeding groups of animals including award winning Tamworth pigs, and rare sheep and goats. We have recently developed a small mammal area with chinchillas, degus, Chinese hamsters, rabbits, Guinea pigs, Fancy Mice, Ferrets and more…

Bill Quay Community Farm is a working farm which produces a small but regular amout of meat products. Our delicious Bill Quay Bangers are available to buy from the farm cafe and bulk orders can be taken for pubs, cafes and restaurants. We also produce other pork products on request and have lamb available seasonally.

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Address
Bill Quay Community Farm
Hainingwood Terrace
Bill Quay
Gateshead
Tyne & Wear
NE10 0UE

Website: http://www.billquayfarm.org.uk
Events webpage: http://www.billquayfarm.org.uk/events
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BillQuayFarm
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BillQuayFarm

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Belford and District Hidden History Museum

Welcome to Belford and District Hidden History (BDHH), an evolving exhibition which seeks to throw light on the past of Belford and its surrounding area, and on the lives of the men, women and children who lived here.

From 2008, Fiona Renner Thompson mounted a series of summer displays in empty buildings in the High Street. In 2012, the village Community Group succeeded in obtaining grants under the Heritage Lottery Fund’s SOS Villages scheme and from Northumberland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Trustees of Belford Reading Room granted the Group a five year lease of part of this historic building.

The Reading Room was originally provided by the Rev. John Dixon Clark, the then squire, in 1854. His aim was to improve community feeling by bringing landlord, farmer and tradesman into social contact by providing them with access to a plentiful supply of newspapers. To these facilities was added a popular Billiards Room.

During the First World War, it was a well used meeting place for the soldiers billeted in the village. and by the end of the War, needed refurbishment.

When, in 1923, the Belford Hall Estate was auctioned off, the building was sold privately to the Reading Room Committee. Gerard Leather, the owner of Middleton Hall, was particularly keen to improve the facilities for the ex-soldiers, in memory of his three brothers who were killed in the war.

With his encouragement and fund raising, the British Legion redecorated the rooms and repaired the billiard table in 1925. Then, in 1934, when the old A1 through Belford was widened, the old building was demolished to be replaced by the one you see today.

Belford and District Hidden History (BDHH) is registered with the Community Archives and Heritage Group.

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Address
Belford & District Hidden History Museum
The Reading Room
Market Place
Belford
Northumberland
NE70 7NE

Website: http://www.belfordhiddenhistory.co.uk
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BDHHM
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belfordmuseum

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Bekonscot Model Village and Railway

Bekonscot Model Village and Railway is the world’s oldest and original model village, opening for the first time in 1929. With over 80 years of history, huge model railway, 1.5 acres of well kept gardens and finely detailed model buildings Bekonscot is a great day out for everyone.

Stuck in a 1930s time warp, see England how it used to be, and discover a wonderful little world tucked away from the hustle and bustle of eveyday life.

See the photos from our recent 85th Anniversary event!

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Address
Bekonscot Model Village and Railway
Warwick Road
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2PL

Website: http://www.bekonscot.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bekonscot

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Exmoor Zoo

Enjoy a day out in North Devon experiencing wildlife from around the world by visiting Exmoor Zoo! From the creepy crawlies of the Amazon to the wobbly wallaby joeys of Australia there are plenty of hands on activities with our animals for you to take part in.

Set in the North Devon countryside the zoo hosts winding paths lined with shrubs and trees providing homes for many of our wild species of birds and invertebrates, bringing you that much closer to nature. What’s around the next corner? Take a look and enjoy the atmosphere of a relaxing stroll around our family run zoo.

Take your pick of a mixture of talks, handling and feeding sessions we provide all year round. You could make a friend with an Alpaca by stroking their soft warm fleece, or conquer your fears by handling a spider and snake! Ever wondered what the Exmoor Beast favourite meal is? Find out at our Exmoor beast feed and talk!

There is lots to see and do whatever the weather here at Exmoor Zoo. We look forward to seeing you soon!

We are extremely proud to announce that we have just been awarded both the best small attraction in Devon and the whole of the Southwest – a great achievement. The zoo is not so large so as to prevent you seeing everything in a visit and has some very rare and unusual animals on display – many of which you will not see in other UK zoos!

Why not come and pay us a visit – you would be most welcome!

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Address
Exmoor Zoological Park
South Stowford
Bratton Fleming
Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 4SG

Website: http://www.exmoorzoo.co.uk
Events webpage: http://www.exmoorzoo.co.uk/activities-exmoor-zoo-devon-annual-events
Twitter: https://twitter.com/exmoorzoo
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exmoorzoo

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BEARSPACE Gallery

….They see talent, they spot talent, they nurture it, build it up and let it fly”

Ian Murray, Collector

BEARSPACE is a pioneering art space in London exhibiting award-winning emerging artists who push the boundaries of contemporary art practice. Artists are selected for their response to contemporary culture and philosophy, and their work often displays a conceptual or narrative framework. Artworks pioneer innovative use of materials and rational and are of the highest technical quality.

BEARSPACE prides itself on discovering exceptional artists early on in their careers, and promoting them through gallery exhibitions, art fairs, curated exhibitions and collaborations. We are committed to our neighborhood, and with the sights and sounds of downtown London, we invite you to journey with us through art, culture, and individualism to discover new ways of thinking that allow you to step out of the ordinary.

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Address
152 Deptford High Street
London
SE8 3PQ

Website: http://www.bearspace.co.uk
Events webpage: http://www.bearspace.co.uk/exhibitions
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BearspaceArt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bearspace-Gallery-71550512248

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Beamish Museum

Be amazed, be inspired
Beamish is a world famous open air museum, telling the story of life in North East England during 1820s, 1900s and 1940s.

The 1900s town
Step into life in a North East town in the years leading up to the First World War.

The 1940s farm
Discover the story of life on the Home Front during the Second World War.

Beamish fairground
Enjoy a ride on the Steam Gallopers, have a go on the shuggy boats and test your aim at the coconut shy!

1820s Pockerley
Explore Pockerley Old Hall, take a ride on the Waggonway and stroll through the Georgian Landscape.

Travel underground
Take a trip down our drift mine and experience the life of a miner.

1900s pit village
Experience life in The Pit Village, showing a colliery community at the time of peak coal production in the North.

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Address
Beamish Museum
Beamish
County Durham
DH9 0RG

Website: http://www.beamish.org.uk
Events webpage: http://www.beamish.org.uk/whats-on
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Beamish_Museum
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeamishLivingMuseum

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Beale Park Wildlife Park and Gardens

Beale Park’s the place to be with fun, adventure, animals, gardens, play and activities on the banks of the picturesque River Thames.

Beale Park was founded in 1956 by Gilbert Beale who created the Child Beale Trust, a charitable organisation, dedicated to the care and conservation of rare and endangered animals.

Beale Park is home to a diverse collection of animals. Popular favourites include: Ring-tailed lemurs, wallabies, meerkats, raccoons, prairie dogs, yellow mongoose, river hogs, monkeys, goats and numerous small mammals in our Pets’ Corner.

Beale Park is home to and cares for more than 120 species of birds. The Park has one of the UK’s largest owlerys, a walk-through aviary and bird hide, and is involved in numerous conservation projects dedicated to the protection and breeding of rare and endangered species.

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Address
Beale Park
Lower Basildon
Reading
Berkshire
RG8 9NW

Website: http://www.bealepark.co.uk
Events webpage: http://www.bealepark.co.uk/events/index
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bealepark
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BealePark

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