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The Deep was opened in March 2002 and has become a major
tourist attraction. The land was used as a shipyard since
the 1850's built by Martin Samuelson and today the area is
known as "Sammy's Point". Over the last hundred
years Hull's maritime industry has declined, the project has
breathed new life into the area.
The Deep tells you about the world's oceans, the main attraction
is a 10 metre tank which holds 2.5 million litres of water
and 87 tonnes of salt. Sharks mix with Eels, Rays and other
fish, they do not attack the fish simply by the fact they
are fed regularly.
You start the tour at the top and descend down, early on there
is a small viewing window which is your first glimpse of the
tank, if it is busy don't queue as further on there is a much
wider window.
There are different zones to explore such as the Twilight
Zone which is about the different sea creatures that inhabit
the darker depths of the oceans, some resembling alien life
forms.
At the bottom there is a viewing tunnel where you can look
up at the fish swimming, there is an underwater lift to
take you back to the surface.
The Deep has a shop, the "Deepartment Store",
an Observatory a cafe and vantage point to see views of
Hull's waterfront.
Update 12th Feb 2010 AMAZON ART WEEK
AT THE DEEP
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.
Katy Duke, The Deep's Curator explains,
"Our new tank displays freshwater species which are
found in the River Amazon, one of the most biodiverse regions
on earth. This is the first time we have ever displayed
freshwater species - a total contrast to our other displays.
The waters of the River Amazon are muddy and murky and its
inhabitants have therefore evolved browny grey colouring
to help them to blend in. They find their way and catch
their prey, by using sensory organs such as barbels (whiskers)
or shovel-like snouts. Some fish such as electric eels use
electric currents to find and catch their prey!"
The Deep is showing a new 3D Movie to tie with the Amazon
theme. Turtle Vision is a fantastic animation featuring
Sammy the green turtle, including his adventures in the
River Amazon.
Families can take part in Amazon Art Week which includes
creating butterflies, fish and birds from this richly diverse
part of the world. Children can either take their Amazon
artwork home with them, or put it on display in the Deep.
Redtail Catfish image courtesy of The Deep.
Update April 2007:
Slime is a new permanent exhibition, and included in entry
price.
Slime, the world’s only exhibition of it’s kind
features animals whose lives depend on goo! Marvel at Giant
African Land Snails and deadly Blue Poison Arrow Frogs.
The Deep is home to 40 sharks and over 3,500 fish. The award-winning
attraction has welcomed over 2.7m visitors since  opening
5 years ago.
Slime images courtesy of The Deep.
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