In the UK many listings are pet superstores or garden centres with an aquatic aisle — ask specifically for aquasoil, liquid fertiliser, and CO₂ gear rather than only goldfish kits.
Are there specialty aquascape stores in Southampton?
Start with highly rated options such as Cafe Thrive (4.8, 1,438 reviews), Southampton Reptile (4.9, 731 reviews) and Mayfield Garden Centre and Cafe – Solent Mind (4.8, 487 reviews). Many cities also list general pet shops — ask staff about planted-tank soil and fertiliser before assuming they only sell fish kits.
Should I call before visiting?
Yes — stock of live plants, aquasoil, and CO₂ accessories changes quickly. Confirm hours on the store card and ask whether they carry the brands you need.
What if Southampton shops do not stock aquascaping gear?
Use the Amazon picks on this page when available, and read our guides: Best planted-tank substrates · HOB filters for planted tanks.
Southampton has 15 aquarium-related stores in our list. Standouts include Cafe Thrive (4.8, 1,438 reviews), Southampton Reptile (4.9, 731 reviews) and Mayfield Garden Centre and Cafe - Solent Mind (4.8, 487 reviews) — use the cards below for phone numbers, hours, and directions.
Aquarium & Aquascape Stores in Southampton, United Kingdom
15 stores listed
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Top #1
Cafe Thrive
Open
★4.8
(1,438 reviews) Cafe, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian cafe and deli
📍18 Hanover Buildings, Southampton SO14 1JX, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Tuesday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Thursday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Friday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM
📍12, 14 Deacon Rd, Southampton SO19 7PZ, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 9:30 AM to 6 PM; Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 6 PM; Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 6 PM; Thursday: 9:30 AM to 6 PM; Friday: 9:30 AM to 6 PM; Saturday: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM to 4 PM
📍Mayfield Park, Weston Ln, Southampton SO19 9HL, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 4 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 4 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 4 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 4 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 4 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 4 PM; Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
📍Shirley Retail Park, Winchester Rd, Southampton SO16 6TP, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
📍Building 5, Shamrock Quay, William St, Southampton SO14 5QL, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9 AM to 3:30 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 3:30 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 3:30 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 3:30 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
★4.4
(584 reviews) Gift shop, Cell phone accessory store, Discount store, Do-it-yourself shop, Furniture accessories, Home goods store, Party store, Scrapbooking store, Stationery store, Toy store
📍West Quay Shopping Centre, Unit SU23/24, Southampton SO15 1QE, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM
★4.8
(195 reviews) Supermarket, African goods store, American grocery store, Butcher shop deli, Firewood supplier, Gift shop, Luggage storage facility, Meat products store, Souvenir store, Wine store
📍161 High St, Southampton SO14 2BT, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 5:30 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 5:30 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 5:30 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Saturday: 9:30 AM to 6 PM; Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
★4.7
(183 reviews) Coffee shop, Art gallery, Breakfast restaurant, Event venue, Lunch restaurant, Tea and coffee shop
📍Coffeelogy, 1 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14 1JY, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 8 AM to 4 PM; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 8 AM to 4 PM; Thursday: 8 AM to 4 PM; Friday: 8 AM to 4 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 5 PM; Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
★4.3
(404 reviews) Supermarket, Frozen food store, Grocery store
📍Unit 5A, Harbour Parade, west quay retail park, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 8 AM to 9 PM; Tuesday: 8 AM to 9 PM; Wednesday: 8 AM to 9 PM; Thursday: 8 AM to 9 PM; Friday: 8 AM to 9 PM; Saturday: 8 AM to 9 PM; Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM
★4.9
(55 reviews) Pet store, Pet food and animal feeds, Pet supply store
📍27 Victoria Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9DY, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM; Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM; Thursday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM; Friday: 9:30 AM to 5 PM; Saturday: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
★4.2
(230 reviews) Supermarket, Bakery, Butcher shop, Fish store, Gourmet grocery store, Grocery store, Meat products store
📍WestQuay Shopping Centre, 23 W Quay Rd, Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1QA, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 8 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Sunday: 11 AM to 5 PM
Southern Aquatics & Pets formerly known as Aquatic Reptile Superstore
Open
★4.1
(140 reviews) Pet store
📍8-14 Victoria Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9DX, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Tuesday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Thursday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Friday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 5 PM; Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
📍5 Castle Way, Southampton SO14 2BX, United Kingdom
🕑Monday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Thursday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Friday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Sunday: 10:30 AM to 6 PM
