grasslands of East Africa, these near-hairless rodents live entirely underground in vast tunnel
grasslands of East Africa, these near-hairless rodents live entirely underground in vast tunnel
A family-friendly light experience at Chester Zoo. Discover wildlife, wonder and festive joy – one of the best things to do at Christmas in the North West.
Interact with playful puppets, drift through the Ribbon Tunnel, gaze at kaleidoscope
Step into the Heart of Africa, Chester Zoo’s newest immersive experience, where the spirit of the savannah comes to life like never before.
Naked mole rat These near-hairless rodents live entirely underground in vast tunnel
provides an imaginative and stimulating space for children to discover fun tunnels
Play provides an imaginative and stimulating space for children to discover fun tunnels
The hedgehog fact file from Chester Zoo introduces children to the UK’s native hedgehog, highlighting its habitat, diet, and unique physical features. The resource also encourages wildlife-friendly actions that support hedgehog conservation in local gardens and green spaces.
They have short, powerful limbs with shovel-shaped claws, making them excellent diggers, and are easily recognisable with their long snout and pointy ears.
nocturnal Aardvarks are most active at night and are great at burrowing underground tunnels
Meet the meerkats of Chester Zoo. You will always be able to spot at least one of these incredibly social animals in their habitat.
They’re also fantastic diggers with sharp claws perfect for making tunnels.
Planning a day at Chester Zoo with the kids this summer? We’ve put together an itinerary designed to help families with older children make the most of their visit, while making memories that spark a lifelong love for nature.
meerkat habitat at the entrance to Heart of Africa, where kids can crawl through tunnels
Visiting Chester Zoo with little ones this summer? We’ve put together a simple route through the zoo, shaped with younger children in mind. It’s full of animal moments, space to explore and time to take things at a slower pace. Whether it’s their first visit or a family favourite, there’s plenty here to spark curiosity – and connect with the wonder of the natural world.
at the entrance to Heart of Africa, where kids (and big kids) can crawl through tunnels
The largest UK zoo habitat ever created – home to 57 iconic African species – set to open at Chester Zoo
You’ll come face-to-face with naked mole rats burrowing through tunnels, as well
