Cornish Seal Sanctuary, Veterinary hospital and zoo in Gweek, Cornwall, England.
The Cornish Seal Sanctuary is a veterinary facility and animal care center located in Gweek on the banks of the Helford River. The site has several outdoor pools where injured and sick seals receive medical treatment and rehabilitation before returning to the sea.
The facility was founded in 1958 when a local rescuer discovered an injured seal pup and began caring for it. The location moved to Gweek in 1975 to provide more space as the number of seals needing help grew.
The facility offers a connection to marine life through hands-on learning experiences where visitors watch seals being cared for in outdoor pools. The educational approach helps guests understand the challenges these animals face in the wild and the work required to help them survive.
Book your tickets at least two days ahead of time to ensure a smooth visit. Once purchased, your ticket provides unlimited access to the grounds for a full year.
The center tracks released seals using a flipper and hat tag system, keeping records of how well they survive after being returned to the ocean. This tracking reveals which seals successfully adapt back to their natural environment.
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