National Conservation Zoo

Opening times today: 10am - 4pm (Last entry at 3pm)

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20% off full price Lanterns & Light tickets

Tickets must be booked. Members tickets have discount already applied, no code required. Click the link below, select your preferred date and time slot, and then select relevant 'member' ticket and complete checkout. Bring your valid membership card and show on entry at the event.

Latest member offers for The Reserve

For all member exclusive offers and discounts at The Reserve, you must bring your valid membership card with you for check-in and the duration of your stay. 

Our Story with David Attenborough overnight stay

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  • Overnight accommodation at The Reserve
  • Tickets to Our Story with David Attenborough
  • Early access to the Heart of Africa zone
  • £25 dinner allowance per person, per stay

Santa's ultimate festive stay

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  • Santa and his elf will stop by your lodge to say hello during your stay
  • Indulge in a delicious breakfast and enjoy early access to Heart of Africa
  • Festive evening ranger activity programme
  • Member discount is pre-applied when using the link below. After following link, click 'show more' to select the Santa stay.

Lanterns & Light Getaway

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  • An overnight stay in a Lakeside Lodge
  • Breakfast and tickets to Lanterns & Light included
  • Perfect for couples, families, friends looking for the perfect festive experience
  • Member discount is pre-applied when using the link below.

25% off your food bill Monday - Thursday at Amboseli

We’re delighted to now offer members an enhanced dining benefit at Amboseli restaurant in The Reserve. Open to everyone for lunchtimes (no stay required!), members can now enjoy 25% off their food bill Monday to Thursday (and 10% off at all other times, excludes Afternoon Tea). To claim your discount, please present your valid membership card when dining.

Whether you’re stopping for a mid-zoo trip lunch, a family meal, or enjoying a special occasion, it’s another great way to make the most of your membership benefits. Plus, the new autumn menu has recently launched at Amboseli, celebrating comforting flavours, seasonal ingredients, and expertly crafted dishes ready to warm and delight.

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As a member of Chester Zoo, you get:

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Free entry for a year

Unlimited free entry for 12 months with your zoo pass. There's always something new to discover.

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Take your membership on a UK holiday

One free entry to select UK zoos. Selected zoos: Colchester Zoo, Edinburgh Zoo & Highland Wildlife Park, Marwell Zoo, Bristol Zoo Project, Hertfordshire Zoo and ZSEA (Banham & Africa Alive).

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15% off Chester Zoo Experiences

Does not include tour Experiences. Terms and conditions apply and vary by Experience. 

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50% off admission for family and friends on Members Days

*restrictions apply. Days vary across the year. 

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Early-bird access

Early-bird access to new animal habitats, exhibitions and seasonal events throughout the year.

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10% off in our shops and cafes

Restrictions apply and vary by outlet. Show your valid membership card at outlets to redeem.

Onsite activities

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Discount on Treetop Challenge

Buy your tickets on the day of your visit and show your valid membership card at kiosk for discount.

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Discount on Virtual Reality experiences

£5.50 for members (£7.50 for non-members). 

Show your valid membership card at the VR theatre.

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Discount on Off-road Adventure

£5.50 for members (£7.50 for non-members).

Show valid membership card at Off-Road Adventure kiosk.

Make sure every adult on your membership is subscribed to receive member updates

Sometimes only lead members will receive member updates from us via email. If there are others under your membership that would also like to receive member updates, please make sure they are subscribed.

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