Award-winning Gardens

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We're not just about animals - we're also home to award-winning gardens which reflect our passion for plants.

There are many gardens for you to explore in the zoo, which are all part of Cheshire's Gardens of Distinction and carefully maintained by our Horticulture and Botany team.

You can find out more about all our gardens and rare plant collections by exploring the sections below.

  • Gardener for a Day

    Join us for a unique opportunity to work with our horticulturalists in our award-winning gardens

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  • Andes Garden

    This garden feature shows the terrain and the range of plants from the mountains of the southern Andes of South America

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  • Cacti in the Greenhouse

    Many of the plants are on the Red List of endangered species and are protected by CITES regulations

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  • Glorious Grasses

    Imagine life without bread, rice, maize, sugar, cheese, milk, yoghurt and red meat!

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  • Grow Zone

    The Grow Zone consists of two of our nursery greenhouses, showing plants you will find all around the zoo

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  • Rock Garden

    This fantastic garden is near the Red Pandas, and reflects the enormous plant diversity of China and the Himalayan range

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  • Roman Garden

    Situated near Oakfield House, the Roman Garden showcases elements of Roman architectural style in a beautiful setting

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  • Sunken Garden

    The Sunken Garden is a secluded peaceful area of the zoo by the Giant Otters that offers an opportunity for quiet reflection

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Today at ChesterZoo

It's Thu 17 May

Animal Talk Times

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

We're opening later than usual due to the royal visit. We aim to be open by noon. Find out more.

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