Coronavirus: Durrell team 'devastated' as zoo closes until further notice

The Channel Islands' only zoo will close tomorrow (24 March), due to the latest social distancing advice.

Durrell will be closed 'until further notice', but says its team will continue to provide the animals with the very best care.

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In her statement, the zoo's CEO added that it needs support from the public 'now more than ever'.

The annual Durrell Challenge fundraiser, due to take place on 17 May, has now been postponed until September.

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