About Us
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Passionate Aquarium Design & Aquatic Specialists UK
Welcome to Matthews Aquatic Paradise Ltd — your trusted UK aquarium specialists providing professional aquarium design, installation, livestock supply, and maintenance services.
Founded on passion, knowledge, and attention to detail, we help customers create thriving aquatic environments that are both visually stunning and biologically balanced.
Whether you’re a first-time fish keeper or an experienced aquarist, we deliver expert guidance, premium products, and long-term support.
- Custom aquarium design & installation
- Tropical and marine fish supply
- Planted tank & aquascaping services
Our Services
Our Mission
We believe an aquarium is more than just a tank — it’s a living ecosystem that requires careful planning, responsible sourcing, and professional maintenance to truly flourish.
High Quality Material
Healthy livestock
Professional work
Design & Install
Create a stunning underwater centrepiece with our bespoke aquarium design and installation service.
Health Check
Keep your fish healthy and stress-free with our expert aquarium health check service.
Maintenance
Our professional aquarium maintenance services keep your tank crystal clear and biologically stable.
Book Your Aquarium Service Today
Whether you need a full aquarium installation, planted tank design, fish health check, or regular maintenance, we’re here to help.
Client Inquries
Related Questions
Yes. Matthews Aquatic Paradise Ltd specialises in bespoke aquarium design and professional installation for homes, offices, restaurants, and commercial spaces across the UK. Each system is tailored to your space, budget, and experience level.
Absolutely. We design and install tropical freshwater tanks, planted aquariums, and full marine reef systems with professional filtration, lighting, and heating setup.
Installation time depends on tank size and complexity. Smaller systems may be installed in one day, while larger custom or marine setups may require multiple visits for safe cycling and livestock introduction.
Yes. We design and install custom planted tanks using professional aquascaping techniques, driftwood, stone layouts, and aquatic plants.
Not always. Some low-tech planted tanks thrive without CO₂, while high-tech aquascapes benefit from controlled CO₂ systems. We advise based on your goals and plant selection.
Our aquarium maintenance service typically includes:
Water changes
Filter cleaning
Glass cleaning
Water testing
Livestock health checks
Plant trimming (if applicable)
