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The North West\u2019s shark-loving public has been back visiting Blue Planet Aquarium this weekend for their o\u2019fish\u2019al re-opening!
\nThe aquarium, located at Cheshire Oaks<\/a>, re-opened on Saturday 4th July with new Covid-19 safety measures in place. As a result, visitors have safely returned to see their favourite underwater creatures from large Sand Tiger Sharks<\/a> and South Atlantic Stingrays<\/a> to Caimans and a Giant Pacific octopus.<\/p>\n

A word from the General Manager<\/h2>\n

Odin Morris, General Manager at Blue Planet Aquarium said:<\/p>\n

\u201cBefore this closure, the aquarium had never closed to the public for more than a day since we opened in June 1998. It has been a great emotional and financial strain.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cDuring the past 15 weeks, the Aquarium team has continued to work incredibly hard. Firstly, caring for the animals, and second maintaining the site. They have done a fantastic job.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cSince the closure, we have received numerous messages of support from our members and from the local community. We cannot thank everyone enough for the kind words and we can\u2019t wait to welcome you back now we\u2019re open!\u201d<\/p>\n

Odin added:<\/p>\n

\u201cNow we\u2019ve added signage, hand sanitizing facilities, and hygiene guards. In addition, Blue Planet Aquarium is observing a strict one-directional journey. Also, site capacity has been restricted to ensure all staff and visitors can safely adhere to the social distancing government guidelines. \u201c<\/p>\n

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Blue Planet Aquarium, home to the UK\u2019s largest collection of sharks<\/strong>. Now open 7 days a week 10 am \u2013 5 pm. Purchase tickets online<\/a> or simply buy tickets on arrival.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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