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Fern, our big bronze dinosaur, stands tall in front of our building, his neck appearing to suround the entrance tower

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  • Open every day, 10:00–17:50

  • Skip the queue with a free entry ticket

Exhibitions and events

Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep

Take a thrilling dive back in time into ancient waters with this monstrous exhibition.

Opens 22 May 2026

Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep

Take a thrilling dive back in time into ancient waters with this monstrous exhibition.

Opens 22 May 2026

From £15
Members: free

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Check out our star attractions, they’re permenantly on display and always free to visit

A reconstruction of Elasmosaurus, a marine reptile with four flippers and a very long neck, swimming underwater.

What is a plesiosaur?

Learn about the prehistoric sea creature that inspired the Loch Ness Monster.

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