MONKEY world was opened in 1987 to provide a home for abused chimpanzees.

The animal shelter has grown over the years and is now home to many different species of primates.

The untiring efforts of the workers ensures that all the animals taken in to the 65-acre sanctuary in Wool, Dorset are well looked after.

These are just a few of the celebrities that have been to Monkey World over the years.

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1. Matthew Kelly

Bournemouth Echo:

In 1992 TV presenter Matthew Kelly, who was starring in the Poole Arts Centre panto, was pictured with Jim Cronin of Monkey World to launch the Adopt-a-Chimp campaign.

Also in the picture are Jamie Rampling, 4, and Jim's daughter Eleanor, 6.

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2. Rula Lenska

Bournemouth Echo:

Actress Rula Lenska with her adopted chimp Arfur in 1995.

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3. Jodie Marsh

Bournemouth Echo:

Model Jodie Marsh visited Monkey World in 2007 to meet Dinda the baby orangutan.

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4. Jamie Oliver

Bournemouth Echo:

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver showed his support for the Monkey World Walk of Thanks.

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8. David Walliams

Bournemouth Echo:

Comedian and author David Walliams was pictured with his brick for the Walk of Thanks.

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9. Matt Lucas

Bournemouth Echo:

Comedian Matt Lucas showed his support for the Monkey World Walk of Thanks.

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10. Jonathon Ross

Bournemouth Echo:

Presenter Jonathon Ross was pictures with his brick for the Walk of Thanks.

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11. Ainsley Harriott

Bournemouth Echo:

Celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott showed his support for the Monkey World Walk of Thanks.