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Chester Zoo is not for profit and everything you give goes...
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OUR ZOO. There are over 37,000 animals and 128 acres of...
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There’s over 128 acres of award-winning zoological gardens...
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SHOP AT CHESTER ZOO. Whether you’re looking to join the zoo...
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Chester Zoo is a zoo at Upton-by-Chester, Cheshire, England. Chester Zoo was opened in 1931 by George Mottershead and his family. The zoo is one of the UK's largest zoos at 51 hectares (130 acres) and the zoo has a total land holding of approximately 160 hectares (400 acres).
- 1931
- 1,000+ (2021)
- 51 hectares (130 acres)
Opening times may change depending on special events, please see our T&Cs for further details. Last admission is 1 hour before the zoo closes. Last admissions for members is 30 minutes before closing. Take a look at opening times and plan your visit to Chester Zoo.
Chester Zoo is home to over 20,000 animals and 128 acres of zoological gardens. It is also a charity that prevents extinction and relies on public support.
Find out more about our WONDERFUL animals with the official Chester Zoo app. Download our app or PDF map to help plan you day and find your way to your favourite animals when you get here. Discover and learn more about the beautiful animals we have at Chester Zoo, from elephants and giraffes to cheetahs and lions!
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