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Want to know up-to-date information on the park? Chester Zoo is constantly moving forward and upgrading the site to make your day more exciting and informative. The news section is the best place to find out all of this information and more.

Festive Fun at Chester Zoo
Enjoy a traditional Christmas day out with Festive Fun at Chester Zoo from 5 December, 2009 to 3 January, 2010.

Penguin Chick Hatching
Weighing just 85g the baby chick is the first Humboldt Penguin (Spheniscus humoldti) to arrive this year

75th Anniversary
George Mottershead was a pioneering figure, credited with founding Chester Zoo and ultimately helping to change the face of zoos worldwide.

Baby Orangutan Named
Chester Zoo, with the help of over 3,000 visitors, have named the new baby orangutan born last month.

Chester Zoo Unveils Ambitious Development Plans
Chester Zoo unveiled an ambitious plan for massive development this week.


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