National Conservation Zoo
Opening times today: 10am - 4:30pm (Last entry at 3:30pm)
Check out all the spectacular events we have coming up at the zoo.
28 March - 19 April
The Really Wild Egg Trail is back for 2026! Discover giant eggs, colourful designs, and wildlife fun.
15 March
Celebrate Mother's Day with a delicious two or three course meal at The Oakfield.
Sunday 15 March
Celebrate Mother’s Day with our spring wreathmaking masterclass.
17 Jan - 15 MarOn weekends and during February half termJoin us for a calming sensory story told through puppetry.
Our next exclusive Live Lesson that takes students behind the scenes to explore the amazing careers protecting wildlife and wild places.
Dates throughout Jan, Feb & Mar 2026£7 to attendJoin us for hands-on activities that bring the zoo to life.
Running 2nd & 4th of each month
FREE to attendFor people with dementia, their families & friends to meet.
Sat 7 MarchSuitable for 12-25 year olds. Thinking about a job role in conservation? Join us at the zoo to find out about the diversity of conservation jobs and career pathways.
26 MarchZoo Science continual personal development: Exploring the science behind conservation at Chester Zoo.
Sunday 29 MarchRun our 5k, 10k or kid's mile and help raise vital funds to protect UK wildlife.
25 April, 23 May, 13 June, 18 July.Suitable for 16-25 year olds. Develop your leadership and transferable skills with a qualification in ‘Leading a project for positive change, Level 3’
28 April
Join us for an enchanting evening at Chester Zoo, where dreams of your special day begin to take shape.
Thursday 30 AprilLearn to use Microsoft Excel and Jamovi for statistical analysis.
Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th May (9am-12pm)Join the Chester Zoo conservation training staff for an introduction to training design and implementation.
