Tensions run high as the Mottersheads await news of the fate of the zoo.

Our Zoo

The poignant true story of the eccentric family behind Chester Zoo

Lee Ingleby stars in this poignant true story of the eccentric family behind Chester Zoo. In 1930s the Mottershead family faced huge opposition and personal sacrifice to realise their dreams of creating a zoo.

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George attempts to build his dream - a zoo without bars.

George attempts to rescue two Himalayan black bears from a cave in Matlock.

The family confront a barrage of hostility from the residents of Upton.

When a bear escape exposes the zoo's failings, the family organise a fundraiser.

When planning permission for the zoo is denied, George ventures to London for help.

Our Zoo

Our Zoo

Series 1

Episode 1

Episode 2

Episode 3

Episode 4

Episode 5

Episode 6