Experience the seals up close and personal at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary
Hear about dramatic rescues and meet the seal and sea lion characters whose individual stories are brought to life during your visit.
The Sanctuary is also home to fun loving sea lions, playful penguins and paddock animals.
Explore behind the scenes at the heart of marine rescue in Cornwall’s only working Seal Hospital. See how they carry out life-saving work with their animals and nurture their new arrivals. You can also experience what it takes to become a marine expert. From a sneak peek at their food preparation area, to getting hands-on in their hospital pup pen you’ll get an insight into the science behind the Sanctuary. They also have a host of special activities to celebrate this year please check out their events tab for full details.
Tucked against the picturesque backdrop of the Helford River, the Sanctuary is a designated site of special scientific interest and an area of outstanding natural beauty. Their 42-acre centre also boasts a woodland quiz trail, a café with undercover seating and two gift shops. Don’t miss out on their great all year round events calendar.
