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There's always a new story to tell, from zoo births and new arrivals to different experiences to encounter.

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  • Cheetah

    Cheetah Cub

    Friday, February 03, 2012

    Surgeons at Chester Zoo today began the task of helping one of the fastest land mammals in the world.

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  • Fred Williams - Chester Zoo

    We pay tribute to the man who transformed Chester Zoo

    Thursday, January 26, 2012

    Fred Williams, who laid the very foundations of Chester Zoo has died after a short illness.

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  • Giant Otters - Chester Zoo

    Check Out Our New Exhibits This Half Term

    Tuesday, January 24, 2012

    Learn more about the new Giant Otter house and new-look Jaguar enclosure opening at Chester Zoo this half term.

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  • Black Rhino - Chester Zoo

    Rhino keeper Mark has peddled a third of the way to the Moon

    Tuesday, January 17, 2012

    A senior Rhino keeper has been named as our Green Traveller of the Year.

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Today at Chester Zoo

Sat 04 FebWhat's On
  • We're open till 4pm. Last entry 1 hour before closing. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Cheetah cub Juba is recovering from an operation and is off show with his mum and brother. Find out more 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • The Giant Otters will be off show today for the finishing touches to their new exhibit. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM