The day after we visited Wray Castle via boat, we decided to
keep the girls entertained by going to the Aquarium and taking a train ride.
As we made our way to the car park next to the aquarium the
railway soon came into view and we were greeted by the familiar pay and display
signs. Honestly you can’t go anywhere in the district without having to do so
it seems. We weren't sure what amount of time we were going to spend in the
area so as hubby went to find out from the ladies in the aquarium I stayed with
the little ones in the car.
We decided to buy a combined ticket that covered access to
the aquarium and train whenever we wanted that day. We could also re-enter the
aquarium after our train ride so that’s what we did.
As readers of my blog will know my eldest loves Thomas the
Tank Engine who is a delightful steam engine. So she was delighted when she saw
one of his friends or long lost cousins called Victor and even more impressed
that she got to travel on him. As she ran along the carriages and climbed up on
to the seats her sister bounced up and down in excitement. At the end of the track
was a little playground that the eldest had fun playing on before we popped
into the onsite cafe for a snack. As we ordered we heard that our train had
arrived to take us back to the aquarium. Fortunately we were allowed to take
our purchases on to the train and enjoyed a bite to eat on our return.
Once inside the aquarium again we climbed up a flight of
stairs and got to see a variety of different species of freshwater and marine
life. There seemed to be something for everyone whatever their age. My youngest
was content to be held and showed the different creatures around her, while the
walk through tunnel led someone to comment on how calm she was as she held out
her hand in hope to touch them. Her sister on the other hand was so excited
that she ran through the aquarium and tried to pull out a sea creature in one
of the zones! She also nearly put her fingers in the stingray area before being
told that they’ll have fingers for tea and turning round to jump off a platform
colliding into her sister who was crawling around the floor.
Have you visited the Lakes Aquarium and/or been on the
accompanying train?
This has taken me back to many years ago when my youngest son was mad on trains we took him to a steam railway while we were waiting for the train to start he heard the noise of the steam and threw his ice lolly out of the window in frighr#familyfun@_karendennis
ReplyDeleteAwww poor thing. Hope he's got over his fear.
DeleteWhat a lovely day out...
ReplyDeleteThe aquarium and the train sound like a lot of fun! #bestandworst
It certainly was. They were.
DeleteIt sounds like you had a great trip. I think I went to that aquarium many years ago when I was pregnant with Miss D who is now 14. It was fabulous and the tunnel is really good. I love the picture I have in my head of your eldest running round at full speed #bestandworst x
ReplyDeleteWe had to slow her down so she could see everything. We also took baby out of her baby carrier too so she could have a better look.
DeleteNot been but sounds a lovely day and got to love steam trains and children putting hands into things they should not. #bloggerclubuk
ReplyDeleteIt sure was. My daughters are quite the mini adventurers.
DeleteAhhh I've always wanted to go on a steam train looks like such a lovely day out and double thumbs up for an aquarium visit too! Thanks for linking up to #coolmumclub with this x
ReplyDeleteYou should. We love to pack a lot in.
DeleteThat looks so much fun. We've not been, but I'll add it to the ever increasing list!
ReplyDeleteIt sure was a lot of fun.
DeleteWhat a great way to spend the afternoon although I'm glad your eldest didn't get her hand in the stingray tank. Thank you for linking up to #ablogginggoodtime 🎉
ReplyDeleteYes I didn't like her offering them tea either.
DeleteSteam trains and aquariums in the same day!! Sounds like a great day out!
ReplyDeleteIt sure was. Thanks for commenting.
DeleteAm I? Pleased to have inspired you. With the Polar Express and Thomas the Tank Engine seasonal films it certainly would be wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI haven't been there before, but it looks like a lovely day out.
ReplyDelete#FamilyFun
It certainly was.
DeleteBoth of my children love Thomas too and would love to go on a steam train. They also love fishes so a train ride and an aquarium would be a pretty perfect day for them! Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for sharing at #familyfun
ReplyDeleteI'm surprised you've not been on a steam train ride yet. The children would love it I'm sure.
DeleteWhat adventurous little ones you have. I do remember mine running down the corridors at a similar age in an aquarium. The fish are fascinating and they have no fear! How wonderful to combine the visit with a stream train ride. Two great adventures all in one. Thomas land hadn't been invented when mine were young so every train was a Thomas train to them! Your children are at a lovely age, it must be such fun taking them on these adventures.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing with me on #CountryKids
It certainly is. You never know how they are going to act.
DeleteIt is amazing how children are so different from one another isn't it. I remember the days of visiting the Thomas steam trains- it is a wonderful experience. Sounds like a great day out. #countrykids
ReplyDeleteIt certainly is. I think youngest takes after hubby and eldest after me. We both enjoyed Thomas growing up though.
DeleteNot been here but what a great idea to combine the train and the aquarium! #bloggerclubuk
ReplyDeleteIt certainly made for a full and enjoyable day
DeleteMy eldest son was a big Thomas fan and we often used to find steam trains to go on. It sounds like you had a lovely day x
ReplyDeleteWe certainly did. Thanks Anne for stopping by and commenting. x
DeleteWe haven't but I know for a fact my son and daughter would love it!! Thanks for linking up to the #bestandworst
ReplyDeleteI'm sure they would too
DeleteWe've spent a lot of time in the Lake District but I've never been on the steam train or to the aquarium. The train is definitely on our to do list. Sounds like you had a lovely day. #SharingTheBlogLove
ReplyDeleteAh you've missed out. I'm pleased to have inspired you.
DeleteGood that you can get a combined ticket so you can enjoy both attractions, glad it was a fun day out. Mich x #countrykids
ReplyDeleteIt's certainly worth looking out for combined tickets or going online prior to your visit with attractions
DeleteOh my Harry would love to go on a train like this, he is obsessed! We love a day at the aquarium too, especially when it's raining, it's a fab day out for everyone! Thank you for joining us at #sharingthebloglove
ReplyDeleteIt certainly is. Thanks for commenting. x
DeleteMy girls would love to go on a steam train and I love that is combines with a trip to the aquarium. What a fab day out. Thank you for joining us at #SharingtheBlogLove
ReplyDeleteIt certainly was. We all loved it and are keen to go again.
DeleteWe haven't visited before but it involved Monkey's two favourite things - trains and fish! He loves aquariums so would be right up his street. #CountryKids
ReplyDeleteI'm pleased I've inspired you to visit
DeleteWe visited this aquarium a couple of years back but we never did the train ride. Looks great fun.
ReplyDeleteAh you should. Both my girls seemed to be excited by it.
DeleteThat sounds like lots of fun, my son would certainly love the steam train element #CountryKids
ReplyDeleteIt certainly was. They are great and so full of character.
DeleteSteam train rides are always fun and the aquarium sounds like a great place to visit too. How frustrating that the train arrived just as you'd ordered your snack - glad you were able to take it on the train! #countrykids
ReplyDeleteWe could have waited for the next but that would have shortened time at the Aquarium
DeleteThis looks a fun day out. I love the Lake District.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly was. Yes the Lake District is a lovely place to explore.
DeleteOh how lovely to combine an aquarium and a steam railway. My daughter is also a big fan of Thomas and both girls love an aquarium so this is definitely a day out we'll be doing if we're in the area! Thanks very much for linking up to #Familytraveltips
ReplyDeleteNat.x
It's wonderful that I've been able to inspire you
DeleteSounds fun and certainly worth a trip! #SharingtheBlogLove
ReplyDeleteIt certainly was. Thanks for commenting.
DeleteWhat a lovely day out. Whenever we go to the zoo our toddler makes a beeline for the aquarium - he's obsessed, so he'd love this. The accompanying train would just add to the excitement. Thanks for joining us on #adventurecalling, I hope you can again tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like he'd love the aquarium. Yes the train certainly added to the day. Both my girls loved it and we tired them out.
DeleteIve not visited this area but we do love a good steam railway. Such a great day out of rthe big and little kids!
ReplyDeleteThank you
DeleteSounds like a great day out, trains and aquariums are always a hit with us. We go to the Lakes quite a bit, but I've never been here, will be saving for future reference! It's always good to find out about somewhere new. Thanks for sharing with #AdventureCalling
ReplyDeletePleased to have encouraged you to go. Our girls certainly enjoyed the day.
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