Top TV presenter dives with virtual sharks in South Lakeland (From The Westmorland Gazette)
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Top TV presenter dives with virtual sharks in South Lakeland
5:48pm Saturday 29th March 2008 in News
A TOP television wildlife presenter has officially opened the World's first £100,000 Virtual Dive Bell attraction at a South Lakeland aquarium.
Michaela Strachan, former presenter of The Hitman and Her, but best known for her work on wildlife programmes like the Really Wild Show, Wildlife Rescue, Elephant Diaries and now Animal Rescue Squad, opened the Virtual Dive Bell at the Lakes Aquarium, at Lakeside, Newby Bridge, this afternoon.
The interactive attraction comprises of three large computer projection screens which simulate a journey underwater in an African fresh-water lake.
The dive bell combines fun and education as visitors learn more about crocodiles, Bull Sharks and hippos.
To find out more about Michaela's visit read the Westmorland Gazette on Friday.
