Visit The Deep this October half term (22nd – 30th October) for our ‘BIAZA Vital Venom’s & Practical Poisons’ event.
Do you know the difference between poisons and toxins? Join us throughout the day to learn all about these amazing creepy critters and their toxic super powers during talks from our guides.
Join in the fun and take part in games and activities to find out all about Vital Venom’s & Practical Poisons and the animals that use them.
Discover how scientists are studying venom’s and poisons in the development of drugs for conditions like chronic pain, diabetes, cancer and strokes. Just another reason why understanding, appreciating, and conserving these animals is so important!
Visit Craft Corner to colour in a critter mask, using bright colours to mimic venomous and poisonous animals such as frogs and ants.
The Vital Venom’s & Practical Poisons event is included in standard ticket entry, no additional booking is required.
Pre booking is essential for all visits
Venue Details
Visit The Deep, Hull’s award-winning aquarium and be taken on a journey through prehistoric seas, past tropical lagoons, into the vast open oceans, down to the darkest depths, through the chilly Kingdom of ice and into the future. The Deep is home to spectacular animals including sharks and stingrays, the UK’s only pair of Green sawfish, hundreds of tropical reef fish, Loggerhead sea turtles a colony of Gentoo penguins, and much more to keep all ages entertained. Take a walk through the viewing tunnel and ride in the glass lift through the 10 metre Endless Ocean tank. Little nippers can enjoy the interactive magic floor, fossil brushing station and designing their own sea creature at Digi:Sea. The Deep offers FREE return visits for 12 months with the Annual Pass. Full terms and conditions can be found on The Deep’s website. Please note that all tickets must be pre booked online (including Annual Pass holders). Access at The Deep The Deep is fully accessible and offers a wide range of access aids to assist visitors with additional needs. These include audio and Braille guides, large print leaflets, foreign language leaflets, social stories, mobility aids and a Changing Places facility. Please visit the website for more details.
Facilities
Accessible Information Points
Accessible Toilets
Assistance Dogs
Baby Changing
Blue-Badge Parking
Hearing Loop
Level Access
Wheelchair Access
