Chester Zoo. Open Daily. Admission Paid
Details
Accessibility:
Chester zoo is a fully accessible attraction with free disability parking, accessible pathways, free wheelchair and electric scooter hire, accessible toilets and changing facilities. There are also multi sensory experiences for anyone with a visual impairment. Some areas of the zoo have a steep gradient but assistance in these areas can be sought from staff. Assistance dogs are welcome.
Brief Description:
The zoo was opened in 1931 by George Mottershead. It is set in 500 acres of land and is ten times the size it was when it was first built. It is home to 20,000 animals, 500 different species, half of which are endangered. The zoo holds daily talks for a selection of animals and there are several play areas around the zoo.
Further Information
Address:
Chester zoo, Upton-by-Chester, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 1EU
Email:
Emails can be sent via the zoo's website.
Phone:
01244 380280
Website:
Opening Hours:
26th Sept - 31st Oct 10am - 4.30pm
1st Nov - 23 Dec 10am - 4pm
24th Dec - 31 Dec 10am - 4pm
Admission Prices: Adult £24, Child £20, Carers Free, Under 2's Free. Online Prices are cheaper. Family tickets are also available.
Directions:
Situated 4.8 miles from Chester via A56/ Hoole Way. Follow A56 for 3.7 miles. At roundabout take first exit onto A41, continue for 1.9 miles. At roundabout take 2nd exit and first exit at next roundabout. Follow road to the zoo.
OS SJ 410697.
Transport:
Buses run in and around the area, many of which stop at the entrance of the zoo. Chester Station is situated 2 miles from the zoo with buses running to the zoo every 15 minutes.
For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.
Amenities:
There are fully accessible toilets situated throughout the zoo and baby changing facilities. There are a number of places to eat on site, serving hot and cold food as well as coffee shops, an ice cream parlour, outdoor BBQ and beer garden, food kiosks and gift shop.
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
(Calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge)
Location
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*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.