June Mottershead
Although June is the youngest member of the Mottershead family, her contribution to the zoo is pivotal. Imaginative, smart and worldly beyond her years, June’s unwavering dedication to all the animals that her father brings home is often what brings the family together. She is George’s biggest believer, no matter what, and is a constant source of energy and encouragement.
About Honor Kneafsey
Honor Kneafsey made her film debut in Mark Harris’ thriller Abducted (2014). Her television credits include How Not To Live Your Life and BBC One’s Sherlock: A Scandal in Belgravia. She recently appeared in an episode of the Channel 4 sitcom Friday Night Dinner.

Explore Our Zoo
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"How do you build a zoo?"
Producer Marcus Wilson explains how Our Zoo was created
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Meet the human residents of Chester Zoo
Profiles of the cast of Our Zoo
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Meet the animals
From Chile to Chester: meet a selection of the animal stars of the show












