Become a Member

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We love coming to the zoo every day and you can too, by becoming a member.

Membership packages start from £36 and include:

• Unlimited entry for 12 months (during normal opening hours)
• Members' discount in our shops and cafes
• Free entry to other zoos and attractions (terms apply)
• Our quarterly members' magazine, Z
• Two Members’ Days where you can bring up to twelve guests each for half price
• Access to Junior members’ events and days out (age restrictions and additional charges)
• Chester Zoo car sticker
• Invitations to our special Members' Talks

Memberships can be bought online, for you or for someone else as a gift.

  • Membership Prices

    Annual membership is great for all ages and is fantastic value for money - check out our prices starting from £36

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  • Members' Days

    These special days give Members the opportunity to bring friends and family along at half price to see the animals and meet with the Keepers.

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  • Membership FAQs

    If you have a query about becoming a member of Chester Zoo, please take a look at our 'Frequently Asked Questions'.

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  • Free Visits to Other Zoos

    Visiting Other Zoos For Free! Chester Zoo members can enjoy at least one free annual visit to selected Zoos.

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  • Additional Benefits

    All Chester Zoo Member can benefit from a wide range of additional short term offers from other companies and organisations.

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  • Members' Talks

    Included in the benefits of membership are a series of talks held in the Geraldine Russell Lecture Theatre.

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  • Junior Members

    Junior Members aged 8 years and over can access a variety of additional events such as BBQs and Summer School at a small extra cost.

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Today at ChesterZoo

It's Tue 22 May

Animal Talk Times

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We're open till 5pm. Last entry 1 hour before closing.

More opening times

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The monorail will open at around 11am this morning.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Fun Ark play area is closed until Friday for essential maintenance.