The Deep

Hull, Yorkshire HU1 4DP

Tel: 01482 381000

e-mail: info@thedeep.co.uk

website: www.thedeep.co.uk

Welcome to The Deep, one of the most spectacular aquariums in the world. This award-winning Yorkshire family attraction is home to 40 sharks and over 3,500 fish. The dramatic building designed by Sir Terry Farrell is located in Hull on the Humber Estuary, just an hour from York. The Deep is operated as a charity dedicated to increasing enjoyment and understanding of the world's oceans. Behind the scenes a team of dedicated marine biologists care for all of the animals at The Deep as well as carrying out vital research into the marine environment.

It first opened its doors in March 2002 and so far has welcomed over 2 million visitors from the UK and abroad. Using a combination of hands on interactives, audiovisual presentations and living exhibits it tells the story of the worlds oceans. Visitors will be taken on a journey from the beginning of time through the present day oceans to the icy darkness of a futuristic Deep-Sea research lab, Deep Blue one.