The Aquatic Habitat, established in 1974, is renowned as one of the UK's finest aquatic retailers. We aim to cover all aspects of the aquatic hobby, with wide selections of tropical, coldwater and marine fish, pond and aquarium plants, plus a massive range of equipment.


Originally established in 1974 as "The Aquatic Centre", "The Aquatic Habitat" has long been recognized as one of the UK's top Aquarium & Water Garden specialists. From our approx. 1 acre site we cater for all areas of the hobby. In addition to a 2000 sq. ft. aquarium section & a 5000 sq. ft. pond section we also have a large outdoor area for pre-formed ponds, pond plants, waterfalls, etc. as well as a number of attractive display ponds.
We aim to supply top quality, healthy fish & plants along with the widest possible choice of quality equipment and accessories.
Our staff are all enthusiastic and experienced fishkeepers, keen to share their knowledge. Over the years we have won numerous awards in the Practical Fishkeeping Magazine's readers poll including...

Best Stocked & Healthiest Fish in the UK
Best overall Retailer in the UK
Best Pond & Water Garden Outlet in the UK
Best Tropical Freshwater Outlet in the UK.


Here's a brief selection of what the fishkeeping press has to say;
* Voted "The Best Tropical Freshwater Outlet in the UK 2002
* Voted Best in The West 2003, 2002, 2001 &2000 by readers of Practical Fishkeeping magazine
* "One of the best selections of high quality fish for sale in the UK" - Aquarist & Pondkeeper Magazine
* "This is a very special Outlet Indeed" - Tropical World Magazine
* "This is a shop of real Quality" - Marine World Magazine


We are located on the A46 just 2 minutes from J11a of the M5