We’re in an ideal location! So we’re in easy reach of Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham and easily accessible from the M56 or Chester City Centre.

We’re well signposted and offer ample free parking at the front of the zoo for all your guests. Find out more about how to find us here.

What do you think about when someone mentions ‘Chester Zoo’? You might think about our many AMAZING animals, or the DELICIOUS food we offer in our various cafes and restaurants.

But we are SO much more. Did you know that we own 128 acres of zoological gardens, plus a further 400 acres of luscious Cheshire countryside?!

We’d love to provide the outdoor space for you to hire for your outdoor event!

Why Choose Chester Zoo?

  • Free parking
  • In-house catering facilities
  • Convenient location
  • 128 acres of beautiful gardens, plus a further 400 acres of luscious Cheshire countryside
  • Large open spaces to suit a wide range of different purposes
  • A dedicated events team that are here to support your event

We’d be delighted to accommodate your outdoor event, however please be aware that the wellbeing of our animals are our top priority and therefore some events may not be suitable for our zoo setting. Please contact us to discuss your event ideas further and we will do everything we can to support you.

If you would like to find out more information contact us via events@chesterzoo.org or fill out the form below:

Use our private meeting rooms at The Oakfield or host a breakfast meeting in our garden room. Our outstanding natural surroundings will be sure to INSPIRE your team and your clients to think BIG.

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