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Keen local photographers set to shine a light on animals at a zoo near Sandbach

Local News by Deborah Bowyer 3rd Aug 2025  
Animals at Holmes Chapel Zoo are being photographed as part of a project by Sandbach Photography Walks. (Photo: Nub News)
Animals at Holmes Chapel Zoo are being photographed as part of a project by Sandbach Photography Walks. (Photo: Nub News)
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A Sandbach photography group came up with a novel idea to work gain new experience and support conservation and a local business at the same time.

Members of Sandbach Photography Walks are took part in a photography session at Holmes Chapel Zoo today (Sunday) shining a light on the animals and staff at Holmes Chapel Zoo.

And their work will not only expand their porfolio it will also be used to help promote the zoo which recently welcomed three new meerkats into the fold as Sandbach Nub News revealed here .

Holmes Chapel Zoo has several meerkats. (Photo: Belinda Ryan/LDR)

Kevin Dowey, who runs Sandbach Photography Walks said: "This two-hour meetup isn't just a photography session — it's a chance to create stunning imagery that supports the zoo's community outreach and visibility.

"We're partnering with the zoo to showcase its residents and atmosphere through members' creative eyes. Their photos could be shared by the zoo to help promote conservation, education and local engagement.

Holmes Chapel Zoo has a variety of wildlife. (Photo: Nub News)

"It's a great opportunity for members to gain experience of taking photographs of wildlife close up and see animals in their natural habitat."

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Kevin said the group, which he set up around four years ago, has taken part in several photography events but this is one of the more unsual ones.

"We're encouraging people to bring a picnic chair to capture long-lens moments or have a break in between photographing.

The zoo is based on land at The Orchards Farm next to Bidlea Dairy on Twemlow Lane in Holmes Chapel. (Photo: Nub News)

"It's such a great amenity to have on our doorstep and we're delighted to be going along."

The event takes place from 10 am until 12 noon at the zoo in Twemlow Lane and tickets can be bought here

We look forward to showcasing some of the group's work at Holmes Chapel Zoo.

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