Planning your visit to SEA LIFE Hunstanton
SEA LIFE Hunstanton offers a full day of indoor and outdoor experiences, with themed marine exhibits, animal talks, feeding sessions and the popular Seal Rescue Centre. The attraction cares for injured and orphaned seals rescued from the Norfolk coastline before rehabilitating and releasing them whenever possible.
Visitors can also explore Penguin Beach, the Ocean Display, Amazonia, Seahorse Kingdom and a range of interactive exhibits suitable for all ages.
Booking online in advance usually offers the best value compared with purchasing tickets on the day. Merlin Annual Passes and combination ticket offers may also provide additional savings for regular visitors.
For disabled visitors and people living with long term health conditions, SEA LIFE Hunstanton provides accessibility guidance before your visit, helping you understand the facilities available and plan your day with confidence.
Purpl members can save on admission with a verified SEA LIFE Hunstanton disability discount.
Other ways to save
- Use your verified SEA LIFE Hunstanton disability discount through Purpl.
- Book online in advance for the best available prices.
- Consider a Merlin Annual Pass if you regularly visit Merlin attractions.
- Look for combination ticket offers where available.
- Children under two visit free.
- Check seasonal offers before booking.
Why Purpl members love SEA LIFE Hunstanton
- Norfolk's only seal sanctuary.
- Watch rescued seals being cared for.
- Sharks, penguins, otters and sea turtles.
- Indoor and outdoor exhibits.
- Daily talks and feeding sessions.
- Conservation and rescue centre.
- Good accessibility support.
- Verified savings through Purpl.
Accessibility and supporting the disabled community
SEA LIFE Hunstanton aims to make the attraction accessible for as many visitors as possible while balancing the needs of a working animal rescue centre. Most visitor routes are accessible, with facilities designed to support wheelchair users, families and guests with additional needs.
The attraction provides accessible toilets, complimentary companion tickets for eligible visitors and welcomes assistance dogs in accordance with its animal welfare guidance. Accessibility information is available before your visit, helping you plan around your own mobility, sensory or support requirements.
Companion tickets and proof of disability
SEA LIFE Hunstanton provides one complimentary companion ticket for eligible disabled visitors.
The free companion ticket should be booked before your visit and you'll need to bring accepted proof of disability when you arrive.
Accepted forms of evidence include:
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
- Disability Living Allowance (DLA).
- Blue Badge.
- Access Card.
- Disabled ID (DID) Card.
- Carer's Card.
- Other accepted disability documentation listed by SEA LIFE Hunstanton.
If you don't already have an Access Card, Purpl members can save 10% through our partnership with Nimbus. If you only need proof of your access requirements for a single attraction, Nimbus may also be able to issue a free Digital Access Pass for participating attractions. Always check the attraction's requirements before applying.
Customer support
Contact
Help Centre: https://hunstanton-support.visitsealife.com/hc/en-us/
Accessibility information: https://www.visitsealife.com/hunstanton/plan-your-visit/information/accessibility-guide/
Tickets and booking
Booking online in advance is recommended to secure the best available prices and your preferred arrival time. Ticket amendments may be available depending on your booking type and the terms of your reservation.
Purpl tips & insights
- Visit during one of the seal feeding or rescue talks to learn more about the rehabilitation work taking place.
- Download the accessibility information before travelling if you have specific mobility or sensory requirements.
- Bring your proof of disability if you're using a complimentary companion ticket.
- Arrive earlier in the day if you'd prefer a quieter visit.
- A Merlin Annual Pass may offer better value if you regularly visit SEA LIFE attractions or other Merlin destinations.
SEA LIFE Hunstanton and working with Purpl
Days out are about more than entertainment. They create memories, encourage learning and provide opportunities to connect with nature. Members can access a verified SEA LIFE Hunstanton disability discount through Purpl, helping disabled people and people living with long term health conditions enjoy an inspiring day with rescued seals and incredible marine life while saving money on admission.
