In March 2026, Chester Zoo led a campaign calling for changes to the way weather forecasts are displayed on apps. Importantly, they weren’t questioning the accuracy of the forecast itself. Their argument was about how that information is presented to the public.
Our Story with David Attenborough will open at Chester Zoo on 17 October 2026
Downtown in Business will bring together senior politicians, mayoral candidates, ministers, MPs, Combined Authority executives and leading figures from across the county’s business community for a major half-day summit at Chester Zoo.
One of the UK’s largest and most visited attractions, Chester Zoo, is leading a nationwide push to change how weather forecasts are displayed on popular apps.
The Cheshire-based conservation charity is only the second zoo in Europe to receive a prestigious accreditation from Botanic Gardens Conservation International.
Chester Zoo, a global leader in conservation and one of the UK’s most visited wildlife attractions, has just launched a new programme promoting wellbeing through nature. CEO Jamie Christon will join us at The Great Art of Hospitality Conference on 26th February 2026 to share insights on leadership, hospitality, and creating meaningful experiences that connect people with nature.
Chester Zoo has set up a full programme of activities and events to help visitors improve their nature connection.
Chester Zoo has announced that more than 2.1 million people visited the zoo in 2025, making it the most successful year in its history and breaking every attendance record since the zoo first opened in 1931.
The initiative is a new addition to the zoo’s long-running Community Connections Scheme.
Two UK food giants have committed to protecting the world’s forests by becoming Sustainable Palm Oil Ambassadors.
Chester Zoo, one of the UK’s top tourist attractions, has reported record revenues of £63.1 million for 2024, reflecting a nearly 10 percent increase from the previous year and marking a return to profitability after a deficit in 2023.
The funds will also be used for in-community biodiversity training and to engage schools and community groups to improve outdoor spaces.
