An intriguing hint of things to come from the latest members magazine:
Building on the success of the ground-breaking Islands development, recreating the habitats of South East Asia, much of the rest of the zoo will be sensitively transformed as part of a 15 year strategic development plan to create habitat themed environmental zones. From immersive forests to expansive grasslands, these zones will reflect our zoo’s vital conservation work in the field worldwide.
The improvements will continue to allow us to develop the vision of our founder George Mottershead by embodying his “always building” philosophy. The development will provide significant economic, social and environmental benefits not only for Chester but at a regional, national and global level. By 2030, the zoo has the potential to attract 2.5 million visitors per year, allowing us to deliver even more in terms of global conservation, education and science as well as making an even greater contribution to the regional economy, employment and training. We’ll be sure to keep you informed on the new animal habitats over the coming months… watch this space!
Dr Mark Pilgrim, chief executive officer (CEO), said: “ Chester Zoo is internationally recognised as a leading centre for animal conservation, education and science. It is already the UK’s premier wildlife attraction, welcoming almost 1.9 million visitors a year. “ Our vision is to evolve the zoo from a national success story into a truly world-class showcase for the wonderful, yet often threatened wildlife and fantastic, but fragile habitats on Earth. “ It will be a beacon of excellence – creating an internationally renowned centre of the highest quality, providing a wide range of employment, education and economic benefits. At the same time the development will inspire millions to appreciate and treasure the rich and remarkable biodiversity of our planet"
Building on the success of the ground-breaking Islands development, recreating the habitats of South East Asia, much of the rest of the zoo will be sensitively transformed as part of a 15 year strategic development plan to create habitat themed environmental zones. From immersive forests to expansive grasslands, these zones will reflect our zoo’s vital conservation work in the field worldwide.
The improvements will continue to allow us to develop the vision of our founder George Mottershead by embodying his “always building” philosophy. The development will provide significant economic, social and environmental benefits not only for Chester but at a regional, national and global level. By 2030, the zoo has the potential to attract 2.5 million visitors per year, allowing us to deliver even more in terms of global conservation, education and science as well as making an even greater contribution to the regional economy, employment and training. We’ll be sure to keep you informed on the new animal habitats over the coming months… watch this space!
Dr Mark Pilgrim, chief executive officer (CEO), said: “ Chester Zoo is internationally recognised as a leading centre for animal conservation, education and science. It is already the UK’s premier wildlife attraction, welcoming almost 1.9 million visitors a year. “ Our vision is to evolve the zoo from a national success story into a truly world-class showcase for the wonderful, yet often threatened wildlife and fantastic, but fragile habitats on Earth. “ It will be a beacon of excellence – creating an internationally renowned centre of the highest quality, providing a wide range of employment, education and economic benefits. At the same time the development will inspire millions to appreciate and treasure the rich and remarkable biodiversity of our planet"
