Aquatics & Aquaria
Day Trips in the Northwest of England

225 Folds Road, Bolton.
Tel: 01204-534343.
The company name is no idle boast - this is probably the largest collection of retail fish and things aquatic - certainly in the north of Britain, as well as other pets (rodents, birds, small mammals, etc). Known locally as "Dave's Aquarium", it has an extensive collection of cold water, tropical and marine fish, underwater life and plants. Well worth a visit, even if only to take a look. Open 7 days a week from 9.00am till late, (including Bank Holidays), but please check - times may have changed. Limited parking. Refreshments and light meals available. All major Credit Cards accepted.

Le Mans Crescent, Bolton BL1 1SE.
Tel: 01204-332211.
Fax: 01204-332241.
Website: www.boltonmuseums.org.uk
Email: museum@bolton.gov.uk
Open Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm.
Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays. Times may have changed - please check before setting out. Museum accessible to wheelchair users and disabled persons - lifts and helpful staff on hand. Gift shop on site offering jewellery, ceramics, stationery, greetings cards and souvenirs.

Irwell Bank Farm, Bury Road, Radcliffe
Bury M26 2WX.
Tel: 0161-725 8142.
Large stocks of tropical, cold water, pond and marine fish for all aquariums, ponds and aquatic settings.

Britain's Aquatic Superstore

Large Marine Aquaria

Giant Amazon Waterlilies in the Palms Tropical Oasis

One of Stapeley's many ornamental garden features

Exotic fish

London Road, Stapeley, Nantwich, Cheshire.
Website: www.stapeleywatergardens.com
Email: stapeleywg@btinternet.com
Tel: 01270-623868 and 628628
Fax: 01270-624919 and 624188.
There is something for everyone at what claims to be the world's largest water garden centre. Display gardens and pools with the National Collection of water lilies in bloom during the summer. All your gardening and water gardening supplies. Gift shops and restaurants. The Palms Tropical Oasis, a huge glass house home to tropical plants, fish, birds and animals. Discover colourful reef fish and poisonous lionfish amidst some of the most exciting environments. Europe's premiere angler's superstore. Extended and modernised pet centre.
New Shark Bay - Baby Black Tipped Reef Sharks (The Palms Tropical Oasis).

Opening Times:
Summer: Daily from 9am - 6pm (except for The Palms Tropical Oasis which opens daily from 10am - 6pm), Sunday 10am - 4pm, Bank Holidays 10am - 6pm. Winter: Daily from 9am - 5pm (except for The Palms Tropical Oasis which opens daily from 10am - 5pm), Bank Holidays 10am - 5pm
Angling opens every Wednesday night until 8pm, Stapeley Water Gardens opens every Wednesday in summer until 8pm).
Open every day except Easter Sunday and Christmas Day (except for The Palms Tropical Oasis which is open on Christmas Day for pre-booked lunches and Easter Sunday 10am - 6pm). Please check opening times before setting offf in case they have changed.

Admission Prices:
As of 1st Januray 2005:
Adults £4.45, Children £2.60,
Concessions £3.95,
Family Ticket (2 Adults, 2 Children) £12.10, Family Ticket (2 Adults, 3 Children) £14.30. Please note that prices and oipening times may be subject to change and that you are advised to check before setting out.

Location:
Junction16 on M6 Motorway 1mile southof Nantwich on A51 to Stone, follow brown tourist signs.