The zoo was founded on 26 May 1963 by business partners Molly Badham and Nathalie Evans.
There was a queue to get into the zoo when it opened at its original site in Staffordshire
It said people born in that year can, upon presentation of valid ID, enjoy a free visit for a limited time. Helena Wimbush, head of communications at the zoo, said: "We're delighted to have marked our 60th anniversary.
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