Member benefits
Being a member is good for us, and great for you too. Everyday our members enjoy these brilliant benefits:
Unlimited free entry
Unlimited free entry for 12 months with your zoo pass.
50% off tickets
Treat friends and family on special Members Days throughout the year.
Free entry to selected UK zoos
Take your membership on holiday with one free entry to selected other UK charitable zoos.
10% off in shops and cafes
We have many restaurants, cafes and kiosks, including our contemporary British pub at the heart of the zoo.
Be the first to know
Keep up to date with Our Zoo, an exclusive digital member magazine packed with behind-the-scenes stories and videos.
Special events
Early-bird access to new animal habitats and seasonal events at the zoo.
Zoo discounts
Discounts on incredible animal experiences, tree top adventure, plus VR, bug and truck adventures.
Payment options available
Membership pays for itself in just three visits! Payment options are available.
Plus, be the first to experience the unveiling of Heart of Africa in spring!
Choose a membership
Buy before 31 January and enjoy 2024 prices!
Join today and save 10% when you sign up to renew by Direct Debit.
Family saver! Junior Explorer’s receive a discount when purchased with any adult membership. From £56 or £50.40 by Direct Debit.
Contact us
Do you have any questions about becoming a member? Our dedicated Memberships Team is on hand to help you save money on your Chester Zoo membership and answer any questions you have.
Give our friendly team a call or email, and they'll get back to you as soon as possible.
membership@chesterzoo.org
01244 650 208
What makes Chester Zoo membership unique
One zoo. Endless adventures.
As a member, you get to enjoy unlimited access to all of the below with your zoo pass...
As a charity, every membership funds our vital conservation work in the UK and across the globe.
We're rated #1 zoo in the UK by Tripadvisor.
Let the kids run wild on 5 thrill-seeking adventure playgrounds.
Leave your car in our spacious car park for FREE.
With over 37,000 animals from over 500 species, there is so much to discover.
Explore 10 indoor habitats including the UK’s largest tropical biodome.
Take a trip on the Islands Lazy River boat ride, sit back and enjoy the journey.
As a charity, every membership funds our vital conservation work in the UK and across the globe.
We're rated #1 zoo in the UK by Tripadvisor.
Let the kids run wild on 5 thrill-seeking adventure playgrounds.
Leave your car in our spacious car park for FREE.
With over 37,000 animals from over 500 species, there is so much to discover.
Explore 10 indoor habitats including the UK’s largest tropical biodome.
Take a trip on the Islands Lazy River boat ride, sit back and enjoy the journey.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
As a loyal member of our zoo, you will get free entry for a year, as well as loads of other benefits, including 10% off in our shops and cafes (restrictions apply), discounts off our experiences, one free entry to other zoos (Colchester (from January 2025), Edinburgh, Marwell, Newquay, Bristol Zoo Project, Paignton and Twycross), exclusive content in Our Zoo, a car sticker and Members Days!