Event:Heavy Metal Marine Biology

National Waterfront Museum

Tom “The Blowfish” Hird, the worlds ONLY heavy metal marine biologist takes you through a countdown of his "Top of The Rocks" marine creatures! Showcasing which ones are the fastest, baddest, slimiest and weirdest animals the ocean has to offer! Expect incredible facts, disgusting habitats, wild abilities and plenty of volume!!!

 
...About Tom “The Blowfish” Hird
The Blowfish learnt the value and beauty of animals from a young age and now he devotes himself to teaching the wonder of wildlife and the importance of conservation. ​The subject closest to his heart, of course, is the sea.
Throughout his years working directly with many dangerous animals, both in controlled settings and in the wild, The Blowfish has gathered incredible experience which allows him to free dive with sharks, wrangle snakes and dance with scorpions. Always showing the utmost respect to the creature, but also exploring and explaining it’s most amazing features, The Blowfish can access a side of nature that no one else can.
TV and publishing
All The Sharks​ - Netflix
Ocean Wonders - Earth X TV
Blowfish's Oceanopedia - Atlantic Books Publishing
Shark Week - Discovery
​Fishing Impossible - BBC Worldwide
Sunday Brunch - Channel 4
Blue Peter - BBC
Absolute Genius with Dick and Dom.
How To Be Epic At Everything.
​Duration 45 - 60 minutes
 
Please note: both adults and children require a ticket for this show.
 
...For the full Swansea Science Festival programme please visit: Swansea Science Festival - Swansea University 

Information

31 October 2026, 3pm
Cost £5pp
Suitability Age: 6 - 99
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Tom Hird
Tom Hird

Tickets

Date Time slots available
31 October 2026 15:00 View Tickets

Plan your visit

 Accessibility

Here you can find information about accessibility throughout the Museum including parking, wheelchair access, lifts, baby changing facilities, assistance dogs, Braille resources, and induction loops.

Access Guide

 Parking

The National Waterfront Museum does not have a dedicated car park.

However, there are several pay and display car parks situated just a short walk from the Museum. You can find more information on car parking facilities here

Visiting by public transport, bike or foot?

You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.

 Eat, Drink, Shop

  • Our café is open, but providing a limited offer. 
  • The Museum shop will be open during your visit.
  • You are welcome to bring a picnic , while there’s nowhere to eat these within the museum, there are benches around the marina outside which make for a nice spot. 

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