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Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo opened in 1931 at Upton, near the city of Chester in north-west England. Its roughly 130-acre (51-hectare) site holds more than 30,000 animals across over 500 species, making it one of Britain's most visited wildlife attractions. It is known for large immersive habitats such as Islands, which recreates South-East Asian environments, and the Heart of Africa savannah.

Opened
June 10, 1931 · 95 years of history

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Exterior of Chester Zoo
Photo: Whatlep / CC BY-SA 2.0 / Source / cropped

Basic Information

Chester Zoo basic information
TypeZoo
LocationUnited KingdomChester
OpenedJune 10, 1931 Source
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Hours10:00–18:00 Source
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When did Chester Zoo open?
It opened to the public on 10 June 1931. Source
How many animals does Chester Zoo keep?
Its roughly 130-acre site is home to more than 30,000 animals across over 500 species. Source

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