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Fever exclusiveOnly on

20 Dec

National Marine Aquarium

4.4
(42)
Duration
60 minutes
Live music
String quartet
Ambience
Lit by candles
Ages
8+
Venue
Indoor
From
£15.75
HighlightsProgramGalleryOverviewOn the dayReviewsVenueFAQs

Experience highlights Why you'll love it

  • Christmas movie music

    Christmas movie music

    Hear the festive soundtracks of classic Christmas films reimagined for strings and played live at the National Marine Aquarium.

  • Surrounded by a thousand candles

    Surrounded by a thousand candles

    Only candles illuminate the room, creating a breathtaking atmosphere that makes every Candlelight concert unforgettable.

  • An extraordinary setting

    An extraordinary setting

    Experience this unique concert in a stunning candlelit setting.

Program The music that awaits you

  • White Christmas from Holiday Inn–Irving Berlin
  • Christmas Time Is Here from Peanuts (Charlie Brown)–Vince Guaraldi Trio
  • Skating from A Charlie Brown Christmas–Vince Guaraldi Trio
  • Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer–Johnny Marks
  • The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don't Be Late) from Alvin and The Chipmunks–Ross Bagdasarian
  • The Nightmare Before Christmas Suite–Danny Elfman
  • Believe from The Polar Express–Alan Silvestri
  • You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch from How the Grinch Stole Christmas!–Albert Hague
  • Where Are You Christmas from How the Grinch Stole Christmas–James Horner
  • Jingle Bell Rock from Lethal Weapon–Bobby Helms
  • Silver Bells from The Lemon Drop Kid–Dean Martin
  • Winter Wonderland–Felix Bernard
  • Let It Snow from Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!–Jule Styne
  • I Believe in You and Me from The Preacher's Wife–Céline Dion
  • Carol of the Bells–Mykola Leontovych
  • All I Want for Christmas Is You–Mariah Carey
  • Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas from Meet Me in St. Louis–Hugh Martin

Performers

  • String quartetHaldon Quartet

Gallery

In short About the concert

Celebrate the festive season with a Candlelight concert at the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth. A string quartet plays the music of much-loved Christmas films live, surrounded by the glow of candles, in a multi-sensory musical experience.

This concert experience is a tribute. It is not associated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the artist, their heirs or their official representatives.

On the day How it works

  1. Arrive early

    Arrive early

    Doors open 45 minutes before the concert. Late entry is not permitted once the concert has started.

  2. Find your seat

    Find your seat

    Seats are not numbered: they are taken on a first-come, first-served basis within the zone on your ticket.

  3. Let the music take over

    Let the music take over

    Enjoy 60 minutes of live music surrounded by candles.

Reviews What guests are saying

4.4/5

based on 42 reviews

JS

Jack S.

dec 2024

Lovely concert with extremely well-played music and great atmosphere. I would highly recommend it.

JL

Jennifer L.

dec 2024

We had a really lovely evening in a beautiful setting.

SB

Stuart B.

dec 2024

A good evening of xmas music

MT

Maria T.

dec 2024

Amazing experience

TW

Tim W.

dec 2024

Excellent venue , Wonderful music

JT

James T.

dec 2024

Great night, fantastic music, wonderful venue

KG

Kerry G.

dec 2024

It was beautiful and relaxing

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About the venueNational Marine Aquarium

National Marine Aquarium 1

The National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, UK is the biggest aquarium in the country with over 4,000 marine animals from all over the world. It's divided into four zones and offers highly educational and engaging exhibits with knowledgeable staff and immersive displays.

  • Address

    Rope Walk, Coxside, Plymouth, PL4 0LF

  • Parking

    The nearest car park is Sutton Harbour Car Park (pay and display, 2 m height restriction), a 6-minute walk from the aquarium.

  • Accessibility

    The aquarium is accessible by ramps and lifts throughout, with full disabled toilet facilities, disabled parking bays on site and a limited number of free wheelchairs available on a first-come, first-served basis.

FAQs Frequently asked questions

What are the different ticket types?
Tickets are tiered by zone, as shown on the seating map. The seated categories are Premium (front row), Zone A, Zone B and Zone C, and the standing category is the Balcony (Zone D). Tickets are for a zone rather than a specific seat, so arrive early to choose from the seats still available in your zone.
Can I buy tickets at the venue?
No. Tickets are not available for purchase at the venue. All tickets must be bought through the Fever app or website before you arrive.
Can I book a ticket for my carer?
Guests who need assistance throughout the experience can apply for one free pass for their personal assistant or support worker. The guest needing assistance must have a valid ticket before applying: once you have bought yours, contact us through the Fever help centre with proof of disability. Accepted documents include Middle or Higher rate DLA for care and/or mobility, receipt of Personal Independence Payment (PIP), evidence of being severely sight impaired, and a CredAbility Access Card with the +1 category.
Is there an age requirement?
All guests must be 8 years old or older to attend. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Where can I find my ticket?
You'll find your ticket in the “Tickets” section of the Fever app (available on the Apple App Store and Google Play). Remember to log in with the same method you used to make the purchase. Your QR code is also in your purchase confirmation email.
Can I change my ticket?
Subject to availability, you can change the date and/or time of your ticket up to 48 hours before the start of your experience: contact us with your ticket ID. Standard tickets cannot be refunded. For more information, see our terms and conditions.
What is a Flexible Cancellation ticket?
A Flexible Cancellation ticket lets you ask for a refund or exchange your ticket if you decide not to attend. You can return it up to 48 hours before the experience starts, with no documents needed; it becomes non-refundable if transferred. The refund is the full amount minus the 10% Flexible Cancellation fee and reaches your card or PayPal statement in 10 days or more (purchases made with a voucher receive a new voucher in the app). If you choose an exchange, you receive a voucher for the same value straight away, to use on the same experience. Request your refund at https://fever.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360001032452
Where is the concert taking place?
At the National Marine Aquarium, Rope Walk, Coxside, Plymouth, PL4 0LF, in the event room. Your ticket does not include access to the rest of the aquarium.
How do I get to the venue?
By car: the satnav postcode is PL4 0DX. Follow the brown and white fish signs on all main roads into the city; the recommended route is the A38 to Marsh Mills (Sainsbury’s), then the A374 Embankment Road, from where the aquarium and Sutton Harbour Car Park are signposted. The closest electric vehicle chargers are at Elphinstone Road, Regent Street (public car park), Vickery Holman, Theatre Royal (public car park) and Plymouth Coach Station. By public transport: Plymouth train station is a 30-minute walk away. Nearby bus stops are St John’s Church on Exeter Street (CityBus 5, 5a, 17, 18, 21, 21a, 50, 59, 85 and 806), Barbican (CityBus 25) and Sutton Road (CityBus 48), each a 5-minute walk, and Royal Parade (CityBus 70, 70A and 70B), a 10-minute walk.
Is food served?
No food is allowed in the venue, but drinks can be bought at the bar.
Can I bring animals?
Animals are not allowed, except for service animals.
Is the venue accessible?
The National Marine Aquarium is committed to providing access for all and is accessible by ramps and lifts throughout. There are disabled parking bays on site, as well as drop-off points for minibuses and coaches, and a limited number of wheelchairs is available on site free of charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. The aquarium has full disabled toilet facilities.
Is there parking available?
The nearest car park is Sutton Harbour Car Park, a 6-minute walk from the aquarium. It is pay and display and has a 2 m height restriction. Full information is on the Britannia Parking website.
Can I take photos or videos during the performance?
Photos and videos can only be taken during the final piece, without flash, as indicated by the musicians.
Can I use my phone during the performance?
Your phone must be on silent throughout the performance. Photos and videos can only be taken during the final piece, without flash, as indicated by the musicians.
Can I leave the concert room during the performance?
Out of respect for the musicians and the audience, you will not be able to leave your seat except in an emergency.
When should I arrive?
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert starts so you can be seated within the zone you purchased. The concert begins on time and the audience must already be seated. If you arrive late, you will not be allowed in, out of respect for the musicians and the rest of the audience.
Can I sit together with friends?
Yes, you can sit with your friends if you arrive together and all have tickets for the same zone. We recommend arriving in good time, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Can I transfer my tickets to another person?
Yes, you can transfer your tickets to any other Fever account at no extra cost: just tap “Transfer tickets” on your ticket in the Fever app. For further help, contact us with your ticket ID.
Are the candles flammable?
For the safety of attendees, all the candles are flameless.
Is there a dress code? What should I wear?
There is no dress code. We recommend dressing comfortably, in clothes suited to the season.

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Select date and session

Select date and session

Sun
20 Dec
20:30
Balcony (Standing)
£15.00
+ £0.75 booking fee
Zone C
£25.00
+ £1.25 booking fee
Zone B
£30.00
+ £1.50 booking fee
Zone A
£35.00
+ £1.75 booking fee
Premium
£40.00
+ £2.00 booking fee
1 ticket
From
£15.75

Free cancellation·You can cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before the start of the experience.

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