Welcome to CHESTER ZOO
Staying safe
in the ZOO!
Staying safe is EVERYONE‘s responsibility! Watch our film to find out about the new safety measures at the zoo
SHOP AT CHESTER ZOO
JOIN THE ZOO FAMILY
By becoming a member you can visit the zoo for a whole year and create precious memories with loved ones, as well as attend talks and events exclusive to our members, plus loads of other benefits, including a discount from our online gift shop*. Visit the zoo throughout the year and discover there’s always something new at Chester Zoo, making it a gift that just keeps on giving!
*T&Cs apply
ONLINE GIFT SHOP
Whether you’re looking to join the zoo family and become a member or you’re looking for the PUUUUUURFECTLY unique gift for the animal lover in your life, you’ve come to the right place!
ADOPT AN ANIMAL
There are some big animals at the zoo, some small, some weird but all of them WONDERFUL! You can adopt a species of your choice or treat the animal lover in your life and not only will you be helping to fund vital conservation work around the world, you’ll also receive an exclusive adoption pack and your name will be displayed on a ‘Thank You’ plaque in the zoo near the animal you adopted.
DOWNLOAD OUR APP!
Available on iOS or Android, you’ll have a WHOLE ZOO in your pocket! From finding your favourite animals to navigating from point A to B with ease, we are helping you EXPLORE and get things done to make your zoo day the BEST DAY EVER!
CALLING ALL SCHOOLS!
Join us for a VIRTUAL theatrical extravaganza as we travel back in time to meet the Mottershead family, preparing for winter at the start of the zoo’s life.
Bring some magic to your classroom this festive period!

OUR TEAM OF EXPERTS WORK IN SIX REGIONS AROUND THE GLOBE – REPRESENTING SOME OF THE PLANET’S MOST BIODIVERSE HABITATS. Discover more about our SCIENCE AND CONSERVATION work.
NOW is the time to ACT FOR WILDLIFE. Conservation is CRITICAL; species are under threat. TOGETHER we can make a BIG difference. Take action TODAY and join us in PREVENTING EXTINCTION.