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THERE is plenty for visitors of all ages to enjoy. The animals are the real stars of the park – so why not enjoy walking a friendly goat or feeding one of our lambs? There is a wide range of furry and feathered friends to see, ranging from wallabies to Shet- land ponies, ostriches to chirping finches. Pride of the park is the unique Deer Train Safari.


For the more mechanically minded, you


will find the largest collection of massive steam engines in the south west. Add to this a superb array of immaculate vintage vehicles, vintage tractors and the famed Reg Imray classic motorcycle collection and it is clear you will have hours of fun in our Hall of Transport.


For youngsters with energy to burn, there is an adventure playground, slides to whizz down, trampolines to bounce on and a huge undercover soft play area and boun- cy castle.


There is even more! Attractions such as


the Hawkridge Birds of Prey, daily Falcon- ry displays, a giant pirate ship and three quality food outlets providing fresh local food and are why many families come back to enjoy World of Country Life year after year.


LIVING COASTS . . . TORQUAY’S COASTAL ZOO


undergone an extensive redevelopment and we now have a number of excellent new exhibits. Mangroves: The Roots of the Sea is the first exhibit in the UK to focus on this amazing habitat. You start at the top of the forest canopy working your way down below the water level to discover some of the amazing creatures that live in this mysterious place including venomous stingrays, four-eyed fish and mudskippers.


LIVING COASTS is the UK’s only Coastal Zoo; we are home to a fantastic array of marine species including South American fur seals, African penguins, macaroni penguins, stingrays, tufted puffins, seahorses, octopus and many more. In the last few years Living Coasts has


Local Coasts recreates the underside of a classic British Pier and showcases some of the little treasures found around our coastline including seahorses, cuttlefish and spiny starfish.


If you like computer games you will love our Cyber Seaside, this great interactive area features


our one of a kind touch-screen video game system Penguin Academy. Create your own penguin character on screen and play lots of games with them. These games are also available online at www.penguinacademy.org.uk


voyage into the sunken wreck of Octopus Odyssey and discover the amazing, tentacle creatures hiding within.


In 2010 Living Coasts welcomed visitors to


Summer 2011 is set to be a great time to visit. The coastal zoo will be opening a series of micro- exhibits as part of our ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ event. We are open from 10am everyday (except Christmas day).


events, please visit www.livingcoasts.org.uk or call 0844 474 3366.


For further information about any upcoming


– Adult- £10.00; Child under 3 years- Free; Child (3-15 years)- £7.50; Senior Citizens and students- £7.75; Family Ticket (2 adult + 2 children)- £31.50.


Admission Prices (Valid until March 28th 2011)


Everyone welcome at


Star Cuts Salon


ALISON AND JADE, as always, look forward to welcoming everyone to the salon for all your hairdressing needs. We also retail a variety of products including


Travel Straighteners, GHDS, Shampoos, scarves, Orly Nail Polish etc.


Kay, our Beauty Therapist, is in the salon twice a week. Kay uses only the best products, including Dermalogica, a truly revolutionary approach to skin treatments, customised at every step using the face mapping analysis.


Why not book for a relaxing massage, pedicure or


facial and really treat yourself. Pop in, a warm welcome awaits.


The Strand, Starcross, Devon, EX6 8PR Tel. 01626 890891


Hair and Beauty


Splashdown@Quaywest outdoor waterpark


THE UK’s largest outdoor waterpark is right here on the sunny English Riviera, south Devon’s beautiful bay. Splashdown@Quaywest has eight fantastic rides all with a slightly different twist; from tumbling tyre rides, to twisting body slides and the full on adrenaline rush of the “Devil’s Drop,” come on take the plunge, with near Mediterranean water temps what are you waiting for?


If the thrill of the rides gets too much or it’s just not your thing, then the waterpark has a swimming pool and you can check out some of best views around from the sun decks; chill out on the sunbeds and watch the world go by.


Adventure and Tiddlers Toddler Splash. There’s something for the whole family to enjoy. All that fluming fun will definitely work up an appetite so pop into Boarders Café for freshly cooked food and delicious Marshfield ice-creams.


Little ones can splash and play in the Submarine


Better yet, the waterpark is right on the beach at Goodrington Sands, the gateway to the English Riviera Global Geopark, the beach here is excellent for families you can make sandcastles, play games on the beach or explore the many rock pools revealed as the tide drops and find out fishy facts at the Seashore Centre.


close by and the waterpark’s own Sunrise Beach and Snack store (open year round), stocks all you could want for a great day out at the beach.


there’s even swimmers if you’ve forgotten yours! Want a bite to eat by the beach the Octopus Food will have just the thing; make sure you try one of the delicious ice-cream sundaes.


Grab a bucket and spade or a present for granny, There’s plenty of parking


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Adding to the seaside magic the Dartmouth Steam Railway puffs behind the waterpark and stops at Goodrington Station, how amazing to arrive in style by steam train? Mix in nearby amusements; water sports and pedalo hire; the Inn on the Quay; Young’s Park with its boating lake and play area just next door, it all adds up to the most perfect way to spend the day at the great British seaside.


The waterpark offers two-hour sessions or all-day “Flume and Go” entry (may be restricted in high season) which allows you to come and go as you please, as many times as you like in one day or just stay and play all day.


2011 season starts at Easter and open every 0844 474 3366 www.livingcoasts.org.uk


day from May half term and runs through to 11 September call 01803 555550 for full opening schedule or see www.splashdownwaterparks.co.uk


TORQUAY’S COASTAL


A DAY TO REMEMBER


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