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UK’s largest habitat for world’s rarest lions opens at Chester Zoo
A pride of Asiatic lions – the world’s rarest lion species – have taken their first steps into a specially-created new home at Chester Zoo. The zoo’s new conservation area is the UK’s largest habitat for Asiatic lions. The habitat is designed to recreate the environment of the Gir Forest
Africa’s rarest large mammal born at Chester Zoo
Conservationists at Chester Zoo are celebrating the birth of a bongo – the rarest large mammal in Africa. First-time mum, Safi, gave birth to the critically endangered eastern bongo calf on Wednesday 4 September after a nine-month-long gestation. It is the first eastern bongo – the world’s largest forest-dwelling antelope
An open letter from Kingdom Thenga, Proprietor of The Suburbs
We would like to bring to your attention this letter from Kingdom Thenga, Proprietor of The Suburbs, Hoole. It is independent businesses like The Suburbs, that make Chester the special city that we all love. An Open Letter from Kingdom Thenga – Proprietor – The Suburbs, Hoole To
End the racing season the right way at Chester Racecourse this weekend
The Season Finale is nearly upon us and it is not one to be missed. After an incredible racing season filled with a series of firsts, Chester Racecourse prepares to hold their final fixture this Saturday 28th September. Racegoers are set to be out in full force this Saturday as
All 6 of Gary Usher’s Bistros listed in Good Food Guide 2020
Chef Entrepreneur Gary Usher’s award-winning bistros have all been recognised in the Good Food Guide 2020, including Sticky Walnut in Chester, Burnt Truffle in Heswall, Hispi in Didsbury, Wreckfish in Liverpool, Pinion in Prescot and Kala in Manchester, all in the same month that Channel 4 is airing a documentary
CBeebies favourite and wildlife expert Maddie Moate will star at Chester Zoo’s major wildlife festival this weekend
The FREE Wildlife Connections Festival is Chester Zoo’s annual celebration of British nature, also featuring live music and an array of hands on activities for families. BAFTA award-winning TV presenter Moate – who hosts CBeebies hit show, ‘Did You Know?’, and also features on BBC Springwatch’s ‘Wild Academy’ – will
