Thames Estuary Lobster Hatchery

28/02/2026

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We now have space for motorhomes or caravans on hard standing (£50 per month including vat) in the shipyard estate brightlingsea.
Or in the field for £35 per month
Gated yard with CCTV access to WiFi water and electricity if required and 24 hours a day .
We also only have two 20ftx8x8 self storage containers left (£100 including vat) call or WhatsApp on 07879006935

31/12/2025

The new year is upon us and decisions needed to be made.

We have made the decision that we cannot afford to keep open.

Many of you will know that we have stayed open using our own personal finances which myself and marie have been only happy to do for the community but with the coming financial pressure that the current government are imposing on all small businesses we have decided that we must look after ourselves first and foremost.

We have enjoyed creating fun and educating all ages with 29000 lobsters released back in to the sea.

We can only thank you all for making our lives fun and interesting over the years and we are sad to shut this part of our lives down.
We will not be vacating from the property and will be providing caravan and motorhome storage alongside self storage units so the kettle will still be hot for a chat which you are all welcome.
Ps ...... Garyokie is mobile and available for parties or fund raising events.

14/12/2025

This Wednesday is our last softplay session due to private Christmas parties this week on Thursday and Friday

29/11/2025

Open as usual today 10am till 3pm
Softplay
hot food
Bouncy castles

20/11/2025

Advanced notice unfortunately we are not open this Saturday the 22nd of November

08/11/2025

Open as usual today for softplay
10am till 3pm

29/10/2025

Update for this morning
We are currently full to capacity for this morning apologies

25/10/2025

Open today as usual 10am till 3pm
Soft play
Tea's coffee
Food

25/10/2025

16/10/2025

Halloween half-term activities
all crafts included in entrance fee

11/10/2025

Open as usual today 10am till 3pm
Softplay
Bouncy castles
Food and drink

04/10/2025

Softplay open as usual today 10am till 3pm