Chester Zoo has received a £4m
boost from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to support our Networks for Nature initiative.
The funding will go towards key initiatives, including restoring or creating 20 ponds, planting nearly 3,000 metres of hedgerow, and developing over 100 hectares of varied habitats.
In addition, over 4,500 students will take part in year-long school projects to improve school grounds, while 90 young people will receive training through an environmental leadership course.
Thanks to National Lottery players, this generous funding will also help us create 14 new jobs, support 18 community groups with their own conservation projects, and maintain a network of trained ‘Wildlife Champions’ across the region.
