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\nShaky the Shark brought festive cheer this week to the Children\u2019s ward at the countess of Chester hospital. Countess Fundraising Manager Hanna Clarke, whose Chairty are Blue Planet Aquarium\u2019s official charity partner, was as delighted to see his as the children were.
\n\u201cShaky brought smiles to many who had seen a tough period in their lives, the children and parents were thrilled to see him\u201d. Shaky handed soft toys out to the children and his visit brought many smiles to staff, parents and the children. Blue Planet Aquarium also have a collection incubator in the Aquarium which has already collected over \u00a33000 in public donations. Marketing Manager Phil Jones explains \u201c The incubator is a very symbolic reminder that some families go through the toughest of times with the birth of their child, and we\u2019re delighted to help in a very small way in having the collection point at Blue Planet. I must thank all of our visitors who have contributed to this wonderful cause over the past couple of years.\u201d
\nShaky\u2019s next assignment will be to greet the Mermaids when they arrive for their Mermaid Day at Blue Planet Aquarium on Sunday 30th<\/sup> December.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Shaky the Shark brought festive cheer this week to the Children\u2019s ward at the countess of Chester hospital. 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