Dive into a world of wonder at Hastings Aquarium!

Where children’s stories burst to life and every moment is designed to captivate your baby’s senses. In partnership with Glow Storytime, winner of Best Baby Class at the Essential Baby Awards 2025, each session blends storytelling, sensory play, and gentle developmental support — all thoughtfully created for little ones.

Every week, we explore a new children’s book through immersive sensory activities inspired by the story’s theme, theatrical performances, projection lighting, and enchanting light-up props that babies adore. These activities nurture key developmental skills including eye-tracking, early vocabulary, tactile exploration, and more. Also, our sessions offer a calming, creative space for parents and carers to connect, unwind, and enjoy quality time together.

First Tuesday of the month at 9:00am: Sessions for newborns to sitting babies

Last Tuesday of the month at 9:00am: Sessions for Crawlers and Walkers up to 2 years old

(Except December - Second Tuesday of the month)

All of this takes place within a unique, illuminated sensory room inside the Aquarium, crafted to inspire relaxation and spark curiosity — plus, this ticket includes full-day access to explore the friendly creatures at Hastings Aquarium with your little ones!

Note to Annual Pass Holders:

Prebooking is essential and space are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment. 1 space (adult and baby) per standard annual pass. T&C Apply – Click here for the Full T&C.

For non-annual pass holders, please book your paid session here.

We will not permit entry to anyone with a free annual pass ticket without proof of their annual pass and photo ID.