Latest press release in media information, The Deep, Hull

Our bug baby boom continues... check out this...

2013-06-10

Hull’s award winning submarium The Deep, is welcoming a baby boom in its collection. These special youngsters are long anticipated arrivals and will help to further enhance the fantastic bug displays on offer.

GO WILD AND LOVE YOUR ZOO

2013-05-22

The Deep in Hull is getting behind national ‘Love your Zoo/Aquarium’ Week 2013, which will take place between Saturday 25th May and Sunday 2nd June, with a fun packed week of activities. The campaign, which was launched by the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) aims to encourage people to visit their local zoos/aquariums for a fun day out, but also to learn just how much they do for conservation, education and research.

Retraction of information published

2013-05-08

The Deep would like to apologise for incorrect information published in a press release on 11/4/2013. The press release related to corals and clams that had been transferred to the care of The Deep, having been seized at Heathrow Airport as they did not have the appropriate CITES documents. The Deep had been informed by a third party that the corals and clams had originated from the Cook Islands. We have since been informed that the corals and clams did not originate from the Cook Islands and we are happy to correct this fact. We apologise unreservedly for the inaccuracy in our press release.

Untold story of The Deep explained in new ...

2013-03-25

How did one of the most deprived cities in the UK end up home to the most successful Millennium Commission project? A new book launched today by The Deep’s Chief Executive Colin Brown tells his account of how the project fought back against all odds to become an iconic scheme which is still going strong 11 years later. ‘In at The Deep end: The birth pangs of an icon’ tells the untold story of how The Deep was conceived along with the trials and tribulations that were encountered along the way.

Mysteries of the manta at The Deep this ...

2013-03-21

Visit The Deep this Easter (23rd March to 14th April) and learn about our pioneering research to protect manta rays in the Red Sea. Find out more about what our divers got up to on their recent trip in our exciting new film as well as taking part in the manta trail, art and craft activities and fun filled family workshops.

Valentine’s Day ant-ics set tone for ...

2013-02-13

THE colony of leaf-cutter ants at The Deep, Hull’s landmark aquarium, are setting to work and adding a touch of romance to their home ready for Valentine’s Day. The ants, which form part of the aquarium’s Living Rivers exhibit, are making sure their home is turned into a love nest for sweethearts’ big day of the year.

LOVE IS IN THE AIR – TRULY, MADLY DEEPLY!

2013-02-06

‘Birds do it - bees do it’, and the song says: ‘even educated fleas do it’. And what are they all up to? They all fall in love. Just how the various species find that special creature they want to be with will be explored this February half-term (February 9-24) at The Deep, Hull’s award winning submarium.

The Deep tops Valentine’s Day shopping list

2013-01-31

HULL’s iconic submarium, The Deep, has been named the best place in the country to visit for a touch of romance on Valentine’s Day. Tesco Magazine, one of the most widely read publications in the country, says dining at the tourist attraction’s Two Rivers restaurant is a must when it comes to doing romantic things on February 14 and the popular attraction is the only one listed from the north.

DEEP SET FOR WEDDING FAYRE EXTRAVAGANZA

2013-01-17

From string quartets to rock and roll, hair styles to hats, and cars to cakes, the world of the Wedding Fayre comes to Hull’s top tourist attraction this month. So if you’re planning for a wedding in the future or just want to see what’s around, then head along on January 24 between 7 – 10 pm to the award-winning aquarium, The Deep, for the third annual Wedding Fayre at the iconic riverside venue.

Little fish may become a big headache

2012-12-20

Looking for a Christmas pet – perhaps that cute little fish in its small tank? But beware, it could soon turn out to much bigger than you imagined, leaving owners pleading for someone to take it off their hands!

CURE YOUR FEAR OF SPIDERS AT THE DEEP

2012-12-13

DOES the very thought of a spider give you a fit of the collywobbles, bring you out in a cold sweat or have you hiding behind a wall of cushions? If so you are not alone. Research shows that around 50 per cent of women and 10 per cent of men have arachnophobia (fear of spiders) to some degree.

BSL Day at The Deep

2012-12-05

Due to popular demand, The Deep is holding a signed presentation day on Sunday. 9th December. This is a day when the general sound of the aquarium is left on but there are British Sign Language presentations to help those visitors with hearing impairments.

EXCITING NEW CHRISTMAS ARRIVALS

2012-11-30

EVERYONE loves Christmas baby stories and they’re no different at The Deep, Hull’s iconic aquarium where staff have been bowled over by the arrival of two newcomers.

Claw blimey – what a lucky escape!

2012-11-20

A monster lobster hauled in from the North Sea 20 miles out from Whitby is celebrating a close call which could have seen him end up as a fabulous fishy feast at some restaurant.

It's 'spooktastic' at The Deep

2012-10-23

Enjoy a whole host of ‘spooktastic’ goings on this October half term (27th October to 4th November) at Hull’s award winning submarium. Throughout the ‘Hulloween’ week, we will be running a packed series of events, with something designed for all ages.

First aquarium in the UK to join WAZA

2012-10-12

The Deep, in Hull is the first aquarium in the UK to be invited to join the prestigious World Association for Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).

QUIET DAY AT THE DEEP

2012-09-25

Due to popular demand, The Deep is holding its next Quiet Day on Monday 22nd October. Throughout the day, audio will be turned down to make the attraction more accessible to those with hearing impairments who normally find some of the sounds distracting.

MAJOR MANTA RAY CONSERVATION PROJECT LAUNCHED

2012-09-20

The first ever conservation work to help protect the endangered manta ray population in the Red Sea will begin next month carried out in partnership with the world’s only submarium, The Deep, and the research arm of The Cousteau Society, Equipe Cousteau.

HELP NEEDED TO SUPPORT GLOBAL CONSERVATION ...

2012-09-04

The Deep is holding a charity fundraising dinner on Friday 5th October, to raise money for vital conservation work in the Red Sea, which will be carried out in partnership with the Cousteau Foundation.

THE DEEP FOSTERS ENDANGERED SPIDERLINGS

2012-08-21

The Deep is currently ‘fostering’ 100 Fen Raft spiderlings, one of the most endangered spiders in the UK, in an effort to establish new populations of the species.

THE DEEP RATED IN TOP 10 PLACES IN THE WORLD ...

2012-08-06

The Deep in Hull has been rated as one of the top 10 places across the world to ride an elevator, alongside monumental attractions such at the Empire State Building and the Eiffel Tower in an article published in USA Today magazine and online.

Go behind the scenes at The Deep

2012-08-03

An exciting new scheme allowing young people the opportunity to go behind the scenes at The Deep has been launched. The ‘Deep Experience’ gives participants the chance to spend a morning with one of our team carrying out some of the tasks that our aquarists would do. These include a behind the scenes tour, preparing food for some of our fish and sharks and carrying out a scatter feed from the top of one of our tanks.

The Deep gets behind 'Fish Fight' Campaign

2012-07-12

Award-winning aquarium, The Deep is getting behind Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s Fish Fight Campaign in a bid to reduce the amount of bycatch thrown back into the North Sea, by holding an exciting new Fish Fight night in the Two Rivers restaurant.

CHELSEA PENSIONERS TO VISIT THE DEEP

2012-06-27

Three Chelsea Pensioners are to be welcomed to The Deep by the Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull, Cllr Daniel Brown and the Lady Mayoress, Mrs Lynda Brown on Friday 29th June at 11am. This will be an extra special occasion for one of the pensioners, as she is originally from Hessle.

ARE YOU AFRAID OF SPIDERS?

2012-05-31

The Deep is launching ‘Web’s Be Friends’, an exciting new spider phobia course to help people who are afraid, to be able to manage their fears and control their emotions.

GO WILD AND LOVE YOUR ZOO!

2012-05-22

The Deep in Hull is getting behind national ‘Love your Zoo/Aquarium’ Week 2012, which will take place between Saturday 26th May and Sunday 10th June, with a fun packed fortnight of activities.

Leaf-cutter ants get jubilant for Queen's ...

2012-05-03

Our colony of leaf-cutter ants have set to work in getting their home ready for the Queens Diamond Jubilee in June. The ants which form part of the Living Rivers exhibit at The Deep are carrying their very own union jacks made out of rice paper to decorate their nest.

They've come to compete in Bug Champions

2012-03-27

Roll up, roll up for this year’s tiniest sporting event, at The Deep in Hull, as our brand new exhibit ‘Bug Champions’ opens to the public on Saturday 31st March. See who in the insect world is the biggest, strongest and fiercest in our tribute to the London 2012 Olympics. It’s not to be missed!

A decade of The Deep

2012-03-16

Friday 23rd March marks ten years to the day since the world’s only submarium, The Deep opened its doors to the public. This momentous occasion will be marked by a weekend of family activities on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th March.

Adopt an animal at The Deep

2012-02-23

The Deep has launched a new scheme whereby people can adopt some of our most popular animals for a year.

FROG FORTNIGHT: ENJOY FAMILY FUN AT THE DEEP

2012-02-07

Jump into The Deep this half term (Saturday 11th to Sunday 26th February) and learn more about one our most loveable species, frogs, as well as a whole host of fun-filled family activities.

NEW PODS SCHEME LAUNCHED AT THE DEEP BUSINESS...

2011-12-15

The Deep Business Centre has launched a new scheme aimed at helping small businesses to operate more efficiently. The PODS scheme offers high quality desk spaces for businesses with flexible terms, ideal for businesses that have been trying to operate from home but are now finding this impossible.

British Sign Language Day at The Deep

2011-12-14

Due to popular demand, The Deep is holding a British Sign Language Day (BSL) this Sunday, December 18th.

Children takeover The Deep for a day

2011-11-09

On Friday 11th November, young people from Sirius Academy will be taking over The Deep, Hull’s award-winning aquarium, for the day. The activities are being organised as part of Children’s Commissioner’s Takeover Day 2011, a national event led by the Children’s Commissioner for England which gives children and young people the chance to shadow jobs, get involved in decision-making and offer their opinions on key issues.

THE DEEP ORGANISES LOCAL BEACH CLEAN

2011-09-14

The Deep guides are seeking volunteers to help them with their annual beach clean at Hessle Foreshore on Sunday 18th September, starting at 11am. The event is part of the Marine Conservation Society’s (MCS) UK-wide Beachwatch 2011. Beachwatch is a nationwide annual beach clean-up and litter survey organised by MCS. It takes place on beaches all over the UK. Each piece of litter collected will be identified, weighed and recorded before being carefully disposed of by The Deep. The data collected goes towards the Marine Conservation Society’s national survey, which is subsequently used to help raise public awareness of the impact of litter on the environment. It will also add weight to a campaign for legislation to reduce litter on beaches. Beach litter is fast becoming a big problem to our beaches not only looking unsightly but also posing a threat to marine life.

All's quiet at The Deep...for just one day!

2011-09-08

Due to popular demand, The Deep is holding its next Quiet Day on Tuesday 20th September. Throughout the day, audio will be turned down to make the attraction more accessible to those with hearing impairments who normally find some of the sounds distracting.

THE DEEP ON INTERNATIONAL MISSION TO SAVE ...

2011-08-25

The Deep’s assistant curator is currently on a unique research expedition in the plight to save endangered corals. Andrew McLeod has joined a team of four scientists to work off the Caribbean coast of Belize, in Central America.

Two Rivers buys local

2011-08-12

The Two Rivers Restaurant at The Deep is reinforcing its commitment to buying local produce with the announcement of new fresh bread supplier Fullers Bakery of Goole.

Vote The Deep as Yorkshire's Most Magnificent...

2011-08-04

This summer has seen the launch of the Yorkshire’s Most Magnificent Attraction competition sponsored by ITV’s Calendar and The Deep is in the running! The competition, which includes attractions from all over the region, is looking to find the best place to enjoy a day out which offers great value for money and fun for all the family.

Summer of Sharks at The Deep

2011-07-22

The Deep is running a whole host of fun events throughout the school holidays to celebrate the 'Summer of Sharks' event from July 23 – September 4. To find out more, visit http://www.thedeep.co.uk/whatson.php.

New photographic exhibition launched at The ...

2011-06-30

The Deep is unveiling a new underwater photography exhibition in association with the Natural History Museum and BBC Wildlife Magazine. The show entitled, Wildlife Photography: A Vision of the Oceans features a selection of images specially selected to celebrate The Deep’s tenth anniversary year and to highlight the importance of its marine conservation work. Picture shown is titled Dolphin in its element by John Johnson 2006

200,000 pupils dive into The Deep

2011-06-16

The Deep is celebrating a staggering 200,000 school children visiting the attraction for an education trip since it opened in 2002; a huge 8,000 classes.

THE DEEP LAUNCHES NEW APP AT HULL BIZWEEK

2011-06-06

The Deep is launching its new app iDeep at the Green City event on June 7th during Hull’s Business Week. The app, which is available on the iPhone and Android operating systems, features the animals of the award-winning aquarium, and has been developed by local IT solutions company, Marquest. The app costs 59p to download and proceeds are donated to The Deep’s Manta Ray conservation project, working with the Cousteau Foundation in the Red Sea. The app can be downloaded free of charge for the duration of Hull’s Business Week.

X-ANIMAL SIGHTINGS AT THE DEEP, HULL

2011-06-01

Whilst the public wait in anticipation for the release of the latest X-Men film, The Deep has revealed that real life X-animals are residing in one of its tanks and what’s more they are breeding fast! Just like the indestructible X-Man Wolverine, the alien-like axolotls have unique powers to regenerate. If one loses a leg in an attack by another animal it can regenerate a new limb in just a few weeks!

World Turtle Day at The Deep

2011-05-18

On World Turtle Day, May 23rd, The Deep is launching a fortnight of turtle-filled fun for its young visitors. The event aims to highlight the plight of turtles worldwide and the need to help conserve them.

Deep places Net Gain on international stage

2011-05-09

Representatives from Net Gain, part of a nationwide project to establish a network of marine protected areas around the English coast, will be travelling to the 2nd International Marine Conservation Congress (14th-18th May) in Victoria, Canada next week thanks to sponsorship from The Deep. Project Manager, Joanna Redhead, will be presenting at the conference, placing the work that has been carried out through Net Gain in the international spotlight. Since 2009, Net Gain has been working with sea users up and down the English North Sea coastline to develop recommendations on where MCZs can best be located. The project was set up to contribute to the UK government’s vision for establishing a network of Marine Protected Areas that is well understood and supported by 2012.

DEEP WINS GOLD FOR ACCESS FOR ALL IN ENJOY ...

2011-04-18

The Deep has won gold for Access for All in the national Enjoy England Awards, held in Birmingham on Friday night. Colin Brown, Chief Executive of The Deep said: “We’re delighted to have won gold for Access for All in the Enjoy England awards. We’ve always seen access as being much more than making ourselves available to people with disabilities – this is simply about customer care and that makes good business sense. By concentrating on the little things that makes life easier for people, in general we make ourselves a more attractive and enjoyable place for all to visit.

New exhibit 'Living Rivers' now open

2011-04-13

The Deep has unveiled its new display for Easter. Living Rivers showcases some of the greatest river systems of the world including the Rio Grande, the Amazon and the Mekong. The display also includes the first ‘Fog Screen’ to be installed in the UK – a unique walk through experience.

YOU’VE SEEN THE FILM, NOW SEE REAL LIFE ...

2011-03-24

The Deep has just introduced four new turtles to its Amazon Flooded Forest display. Representing two different species; yellow spotted Amazon river turtles and Geoffroy’s side necked turtles, these spectacular animals are already proving to be a hit with visitors.

Deep opens new Explorers' den

2011-02-17

The Deep is unveiling its new Amazon Explorers’ Den for February half term. The new den will feature live insects and carnivorous plants and features a live link to the Brazilian Amazon, where The Deep is now sponsoring a ranger.

Deep voted Uk's best aquarium by Mumsnet

2011-02-16

The Deep has been named as the Uk's best aquarium by popular website Mumsnet in its Best of Britain Awards.

Quiet Day

2011-02-15

Due to popular demand, The Deep is holding its next Quiet Day on Tuesday February 15th. Throughout the day, audio will be turned down to make the attraction more accessible to those with hearing impairments who normally find some of the sounds distracting.

Upside Down Jellyfish at The Deep

2010-12-21

The Deep has unveiled a curious new animal as the jewel in the crown on a new display. Cassiopea, also known as the upside down jellyfish is unusual as it spends its life with its bell (or head) resting on the bottom of the ocean!

Quiet Day at The Deep

2010-12-18

Due to popular demand, The Deep is holding its next Quiet Day on Saturday December 18th. Throughout the day, audio will be turned down to make the attraction more accessible to those with hearing impairments who normally find some of the sounds distracting. Some of the presentations will be signed in British Sign Language (BSL).

Pirate Week at The Deep

2010-10-19

Shiver me timbers! A gang of pirates will be dropping anchor at The Deep aquarium this October half term. Children will be able to join in activities including badge making and following pirate treasure trails. Pirates will also be storytelling, sharing their incredible adventures from the high seas. See our popular 3D pirate movie, “The Curse of Skull Rock”, which takes audiences on a swashbuckling adventure aboard a pirate ship.” Showings are at 11.30am, 1pm and 3.30pm. From the 23rd-31st October 2010

Teachers' Open Day Saturday October 2nd

2010-09-29

FREE open day for teachers and their families on Saturday 2nd October. Starting at 11am, the event will be a valuable experience for any teacher thinking of bringing pupils to The Deep. Primary and secondary school teachers will be able to sample the aquarium’s learning activities, all of which are linked to the National Curriculum. The Deep’s resident teachers will be on hand to give information about workshops and booking arrangements, as well as answering any questions.

Beachwatch

2010-09-14

The Deep guides are seeking volunteers to help them with their annual beach clean at Hessle Foreshore on Sunday 19th September, starting at 11am. The event at Hessle Foreshore is part of the Marine Conservation Society’s (MCS) UK-wide Beachwatch 2010 event.

Quiet Day at The Deep October 8th

2010-09-09

Due to popular demand, The Deep is holding its next Quiet Day on Friday October 8th. This event coincides with National Learn to Sign Week. Throughout the day, audio will be turned down to make the attraction more accessible to those with hearing impairments who normally find some of the sounds distracting. Some of the presentations will be signed in British Sign Language (BSL).

New sharks at The Deep

2010-08-02

The Deep aquarium in Hull has just introduced 4 new sharks to its collection. The Epaulette sharks are on display in the Lagoon of Light.

Family Beachcomb at Cayton Bay Aug 1st

2010-08-01

Families are invited to join in with the first in a series of summer beachcombs led by The Deep. Starts at 1pm, Cayton Bay Sunday August 1st, meet in the Surf Shop Car Park Killerby Cliff, YO11 3NR (there is a small charge for this car park). Please see the press release for more details.

New Zebra Sharks at The Deep

2010-06-07

The Deep aquarium in Hull is celebrating World Ocean Day* on June 8th, by announcing the arrival of two new sharks. The stunning Zebra sharks, Stegostoma fasciatum, are so called because–they are born stripey, gradually turning spotty, hence their alternative name. See a video of the sharks being introduced to their new home http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnLCyjDQi1Y

Baby Froglets

2010-05-31

The Deep aquarium in Hull is rearing baby Blue Poison Dart frogs, Dendrobates azureus. The baby frogs or froglets as they are known, are tiny replicas of their parents. They have hatched from spawn laid in one of the displays at the aquarium. Blue Poison Dart Frogs are so deadly that indigenous people in the rainforest where the frogs can be found, used to wipe their arrow and darts on the frogs skin before going hunting, hence the name dart frog. The baby froglets are thriving and now measure just under 2cm long, nose to tail.

Ballan Wrasse

2010-05-26

The Deep is working with a Scottish marine laboratory to find out if there is an alternative to the chemicals used to treat sea lice on farmed salmon and cod which threaten their health. Ballan Wrasse hatched and reared from eggs donated by The Deep will co-habit with farmed fish. The juvenile wrasse feed on the lice and will hopefully provide an excellent method of ethical and sustainable pest control. To see a video of the egg collection http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-B4dXFB6DI

Deep Donates Ray to Dutch Zoo

2010-04-13

The Deep is this week donating one of its Bluespotted Ribbontail rays to a Dutch Zoo, (as part of a European breeding programme) breeding programme. The Deep is one of only 3 aquariums in the world to successfully breed this species.

Amazon Art Week

2010-02-10

The Deep, Hull’s award-winning aquarium is unveiling a new Amazon display tank and has organised exciting Amazon art activities for February half term. Visitors will be able to view the tank as they arrive and depart from The Deep, and take part in family art activities. Tying in with the theme, a new 3D movie, Turtle Vision is being shown daily.

Jelly Baby Boom at The Deep

2010-01-13

The Deep reports a recent spate of jelly baby births in its maternity unit, behind the scenes. The “blooms” are from 5 different species including a new one to The Deep, – Sea Nettles, so-called because of their sting!

Alien Killer Worm Invades The Deep

2009-10-20

The Deep has revealed that it has recently discovered an alien killer worm behind the scenes in its quarantine facility.

European Shark Week

2009-10-06

The Deep is supporting European Shark Week (October 10-18), organised by the Shark Alliance. Visitors to the attraction can enjoy shark themed activities throughout the week to raise awareness of the plight of sharks and demonstrate their support for shark conservation by signing a petition.

Win a Night at the Aquarium

2009-05-19

The Deep is launching a unique family competition* to win a night’s sleepover at the Aquarium. This will be the very first time a family has had an opportunity spend a magical night at The Deep!

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