Junior Rangers Holiday Clubs
17 Monday February - 30 Sunday November
All remaining 2025 holiday club dates are now available to book. See below for details and booking links.Weekend clubs on select Sundays during term time 9:30am – 12:00pm. Holiday clubs run during school holidays 8:45am – 4:00pm.
See below for specific sessions and booking links.
Please check individual listings for full pricing information.
Designed for children in Primary School Years 4–6 (ages 8–11).
Limited dates remaining for 2025
There’s still plenty to look forward to, with Junior Rangers sessions running during school holidays and select weekends right through to November - but places are filling fast.
We’re an Ofsted-registered provider, so eligible families can use Tax-Free Childcare to pay for school holiday activities. See below for how to book using this option.
Weekend clubs
Join our Zoo Rangers for a fun-filled Sunday morning exploring the zoo, connecting with nature, and getting hands-on with wildlife-themed activities.
Session time: Sundays, 9:30am – 12:00pm
Cost: £12 per session
Upcoming 2025 dates:
- 27 April, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May
- 8 June, 15 June, 22 June, 29 June
- 6 July, 13 July
- 28 September, 5 October, 12 October, 19 October
- 9 November, 16 November, 23 November, 30 November
2 day weekday clubs
Join us for two full days of nature-based learning, wildlife exploration and themed activities designed to inspire and empower future conservationists.
Session times: 8:45am – 4:00pm (both days)
Cost: £80 per child
Summer holidays:
- 28–29 July
- 4–5 August
- 11–12 August
- 18–19 August
October half term:
- 27–28 October
3 day weekday clubs
With more time to explore, our three-day clubs offer a rich mix of outdoor adventures, themed challenges and nature-inspired activities, all led by our expert Zoo Rangers.
Session times: 8:45am – 4:00pm (each day)
Cost: £120 per child
Easter holidays:
- 15–17 April
May half term:
- 27–29 May
Summer holidays:
- 23–25 July
- 30 July – 1 August
- 6–8 August
- 13–15 August
- 20–22 August
- 26–28 August
October half term:
- 29–31 October
What does a typical day look like?
No two days are ever quite the same, but here’s what a typical holiday club schedule might include:
8:15 – 8:45am: Drop-off at the Conservation Education Hub
9:00 – 11:00am: Explore part of the zoo before opening, themed activities
11:00 – 12:00pm: Games and group challenges in the zoo or hub
12:00 – 1:00pm: Lunch and free play
1:00 – 3:00pm: Wildlife-inspired crafts and creative time
3:00 – 4:00pm: Wrap-up games and reflection activities
Using Tax-Free Childcare
If you're eligible, you can use your Tax-Free Childcare account to pay for Junior Rangers Holiday Clubs.
To do this, please email juniormembers@chesterzoo.org with the subject line: Tax-Free Childcare Payment. Include:
- Your child’s name and Tax-Free Childcare reference number
- Your contact number
- Which club(s) you'd like to book
- How many places you’re requesting
We’ll get back to you with information on how to make payment.
Please note:
- We’re currently unable to accept Childcare Vouchers
- We can’t process Tax-Free payments fewer than 5 working days before the club starts
Adventure awaits
Join our Zoo Rangers for unforgettable days filled with nature-based games, creative challenges and time spent exploring the zoo. Whether it’s a weekend club or a holiday session, every experience is designed to spark curiosity and inspire a love of wildlife.
Frequently asked questions
Junior Rangers Holiday Clubs are designed for children in Primary School Years 4- 6 (ages 8 - 11).
Children should be booked into the school year group they are currently in. School years run from 1 September to 31 August.
