It’s World Oceans Week (3 – 10 June) with World Oceans Day being celebrated on Saturday (8^th June).  All week, Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh, Edinburgh’s Science Centre and Planetarium and the UK’s leading earth science engagement charity is taking visitors on an exciting deep dive under the waves to learn more about the marine life and importance of our oceans.

A special feature of World Oceans Week is the chance to enjoy the Sounds of the Ocean show (2pm daily, ages 12+) within the planetarium. Listen to the captivating sounds of ocean life, including dolphins and whales communicating to the backdrop of instrumental music.

The expert planetarium team at Dynamic Earth will also host a daily, presenter-led, ocean themed ‘Under Pressure’ show (1pm, ages 6+). This takes a deep dive into the oceans, revealing how scientists and engineers are helping us to discover more of the hidden marine life and ecosystems far below the surface.

The theme on World Oceans Day (8th June) is ‘Waves for Change: Collective Actions for the Oceans’. At Dynamic Earth, visitors will be able to experience the ocean themed planetarium shows, have the chance to try the FREE Ocean Investigators (ages 6-12+) drop-in sessions (including creating a glow in the dark jellyfish or funky fish hat) and explore the depths of the sea. The Discover the Deep ocean gallery will reveal the incredible habitats and creatures of the deep.

Scotland is inextricably linked with the sea.  Off and around our 6,000-mile coastline live thousands of amazing marine species, including bottlenose dolphin, orca and one of the world’s largest colonies of grey seals. Dive deeper and there are cold-water coral reefs to explore.

Alex McCombie, the Learning and Engagement Officer at Dynamic Earth, explained why World Oceans Week is so significant: “The ocean is the largest living space on Earth and our life support system, but only a tiny proportion of the deep has been explored. World Oceans Day and the activity we’re delivering throughout this week are brilliant opportunities for visitors of all ages to discover more and be curious about Earth’s underwater worlds, including our ocean planetarium experiences, Discover the Deep ocean galleries, and drop-in activities”