Words:  Bea Mitchell Merlin Entertainments has joined forces with Paramount to create the UK’s first and only Paw Patrol land for Chessington World of Adventures The multi-million pound land will open in 2026 at the UK theme park a leading preschool brand in the UK and globally The collaboration is part of Merlin’s strategy to work with leading IP owners to bring these brands to life in location-based entertainment (LBE) settings Merlin and Paramount will develop four Paw Patrol-themed rides as well as play areas and character experiences Themed to Paw Patrol’s Adventure Bay, the immersive land will also include a dedicated food and beverage outlet Fiona Eastwood said the partnership “reinforces our position as the preferred partner for the world’s most beloved brands and builds on our expanding offer to families with younger children who are a key audience for us as part of our future growth plans” Marie Marks, SVP of global experiences at Paramount said: “Chessington World of Adventures and Nickelodeon have a deep commitment to creating entertainment that families can enjoy together and we are delighted that this new themed land will immerse young visitors in their very own Paw Patrol adventure.” Paw Patrol follows the adventures of Ryder and his team of rescue puppies; Chase Ahead of the launch of the new land Skye and Rubble will be at Chessington for a new meet-and-greet experience from 24 May Marshall will join the pups to launch another event at Chessington with a park trail and more meet-and-greet experiences Howard Ebison, divisional director of Chessington said: “Our purpose at Chessington is to be the UK’s greatest place for young families to create lifelong memories “As one of the world’s leading pre-school brands – delighting children across the globe with the stories of Adventure Bay – the power and appeal of Paw Patrol is unparalleled.” Get the latest attractions industry news direct to your inbox More from this author Blooloop is taking climate action and is now B Corp Certified speed and the best experience on this site We bring brands to life and partner with leading owners of Intellectual Property content to create unforgettable visitor experiences indoor attractions including brands such as SEA LIFE and Madame Tussauds a world leader in branded entertainment destinations has announced a new partnership with Paramount to bring PAW Patrol – the number one pre-school brand in the UK and globally produced by Spin Master Entertainment – to one of its leading UK theme parks in 2026 The introduction of the famous pups to Chessington World of Adventures Resort through the creation of the UK’s first and only PAW Patrol themed land will surprise and delight families with young children across the country This major new collaboration is part of Merlin’s strategy to work with owners of leading intellectual property (IP) to bring these premium brands to life in key locations across the world and comes hot on the heels of its recent global partnership with Minecraft It also signals the company’s ambition to broaden its offering to families with pre-school children increasing its appeal with this key demographic Chessington World of Adventures is the UK’s only attraction to offer a theme park and is uniquely placed to strengthen its appeal to young families through the addition of this popular pre-school brand The development at Chessington will include the creation of first-of-its-kind concepts not only with four PAW Patrol-themed rides but also guest accommodation and a customised retail offer immersive PAW Patrol land is being developed through close collaboration between the creatives at Paramount and the innovators in Merlin Magic Making who together have vast experience in reaching new audiences through bold and captivating concepts Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy your city without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. United Kingdom If there’s one thing that kids these days are madly it’s Paw Patrol. There are cute puppies,  transforming cars cool gadgets and catchy tunes – it’s the perfect formula And what could possibly be better than watching Paw Patrol on TV because in 2026 that’ll become a possibility Chessington World of Adventures will become the home of the UK’s very first Paw Patrol land.   There is already a Paw Patrol Adventure Bay at Nickelodeon Adventure Lakeside in Blackpool Pleasure Beach but this will be the first theme park area fully dedicated to the TV show Spanning 1.4 acres and built for kids aged around two to five years old play areas and interactive character ‘meet and greet’ events Those rides will include an entry-level ‘my first rollercoaster’ for the little ones.  While Paw Patrol land won’t be ready until 2026 Skye and Rubble from this spring as they help oversee construction Meet and greet experiences will open from May 24. From September 3 to September 26 the park will launch PAW Patrol Autumn Adventure offering fans the chance to meet their favourite pups and have access to 20 preschool rides and attractions.  divisional director of Chessington World of Adventures said: ‘Our purpose at Chessington is to be the UK’s greatest place for young families to create lifelong memories As one of the world’s leading pre-school brands - delighting children across the globe with the stories of Adventure Bay - the power and appeal of PAW Patrol is unparalleled ‘It’s a great privilege to join forces with Paramount to create this immersive land – the UK’s first and only PAW Patrol themed land - to provide magic and excitement for our young guests.’ ICYMI: The first Universal theme park in Europe is coming to the UK in 2031 – here’s what you need to know.  Plus: These are the UK’s top 10 theme parks.  Stay in the loop: sign up to our free Time Out UK newsletter for the latest UK news and the best stuff happening across the country Thanks for subscribing! 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About Us Contact us I come bearing some utterly paw-some news: Chessington World of Adventures is set to open a new area dedicated entirely to the wildly pup-ular PAW Patrol And now it’s been announced that a PAW Patrol-themed land will be opening at Chessington World of Adventures next year The new attraction – set to open in Spring 2026 – will be the first-of-its-kind And it will be Chessington’s largest preschooler attraction to date including a ‘My First Rollercoaster’ for little adrenaline-lovers And messages around emotional and social engagement will be paw-fectly integrated into the fun Divisional Director at Chessington World of Adventures said: “Our purpose at Chessington is to be the UK’s greatest place for young families to create lifelong memories As one of the world’s leading pre-school brands – delighting children across the globe with the stories of Adventure Bay – the power and appeal of PAW Patrol is unparalleled It’s a great privilege to join forces with Paramount to create this immersive land – the UK’s first and only PAW Patrol themed land – to provide magic and excitement for our young guests We can’t wait to welcome the pups to Chessington World of Adventures CHESSINGTON World of Adventures will be opening the UK's first Paw Patrol land next year The new immersive experience will be the UK's first and only Paw Patrol-themed land and is expected to open in spring 2026 The London attraction will feature four rides including an entry-level 'my first rollercoaster' play areas and an interactive character 'meet and greet' The Adventure Bay setting from the series will be recreated with a focus on the characters' role in the community Messaging around emotional and social engagement will also be included throughout the land The themed land will also have a food and drink outlet, a picnic space and a customised retail store the new land will also be Chessignton's largest preschooler attraction Families will not have to wait until 2026 to see Paw Patrol at Chessington though. From May 24, visitors can meet pups Chase, Skye and Rubble at the attraction. Later in September, Marshall will also join his pals to launch the Paw Patrol Autumn Adventure, which includes a trail, opportunity to meet the characters and access to the 20 preschool rides and attractions The experience will run from September 3 to 26 mid-week during term time and will cost from £29 per person said: "As one of the world’s leading pre-school brands - delighting children across the globe with the stories of Adventure Bay - the power and appeal of Paw Patrol is unparalleled "It’s a great privilege to join forces with Paramount to create this immersive land – the UK’s first and only Paw Patrol themed land - to provide magic and excitement for our young guests "We can’t wait to welcome the pups to Chessington World of Adventures Marie Marks, SVP, global experiences at Paramount, said: "Chessington World of Adventures and Nickelodeon have a deep commitment to creating entertainment that families can enjoy together, and we are delighted that this new themed land will immerse young visitors in their very own Paw Patrol adventure." Chessington World of Adventures announced that they were planning a new land back in April The Sun's Sarah Barns recently headed to the theme park to test out Elmer’s Flying Jumbos, the first ever ride inspired by famous patchwork elephant. Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/ Themed land will replace Chessington‘s Wild Asia area Chessington World of Adventures is set to build a new land with a roller coaster and family-friendly attractions now that planning permission has been granted Merlin Entertainments’ plans to construct the new themed land to replace Chessington‘s Wild Asia area have been approved by Kingston Council Chessington recently retired Wild Asia after 15 years of operation The park said it was closing the land as part of a “new chapter” The Kobra ride will remain and will be reimagined The new land will also include a coaster with indoor and outdoor sections The theme of the new land is yet to be confirmed by Chessington but construction work is expected to start this year and be completed by 2027 In the planning documents, Merlin said it plans to transform Chessington into a year-round theme park and needs to keep investing in the park to compete with other local visitor attractions The documents say: “The ‘need’ to continue investing in the right way is critical to the resort’s success, and in doing so will help to ensure it is able to compete with other leisure/visitor attractions in the South East, e.g. Paultons Park in Hampshire and Warner Bros Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter “Merlin is very keen for the resort to become a year-round attraction and the indoor elements proposed in the new themed land would help this transition This ‘evolution’ will add to the attractiveness of the resort to guests and will help to ‘smooth’ the visitor number profile potentially reducing the summer peak and spreading this into other months.” Chessington is also planning an indoor water park with pools Last year, the park opened the world’s first Jumanji-themed land. The £17 million ‘World of Jumanji’ land boasts three new rides Merlin has submitted plans to Kingston Council  Chessington World of Adventures is planning a new themed land with roller coasters and family-friendly attractions Merlin Entertainments, which operates Chessington, has submitted its plans to Kingston Council to replace its Wild Asia area and an adjacent glamping site with the new land, Surrey Live reports The Kobra ride would remain and would be reimagined the new land would include indoor and outdoor coasters new F&B outlets and a shop selling exclusive merchandise In the planning documents, Merlin said it hopes to transform Chessington into a year-round theme park The documents stated: “The ‘need’ to continue investing in the right way is critical to the resort’s success, and in doing so will help to ensure it is able to compete with other leisure/visitor attractions in the South East, e.g. Paultons Park in Hampshire and Warner Bros “Merlin is very keen for the resort to become a year-round attraction and the indoor elements proposed in the new themed land would help this transition This ‘evolution’ will add to the attractiveness of the resort to guests and will help to ‘smooth’ the visitor number profile potentially reducing the summer peak and spreading this into other months.” More information about the new land at Chessington is due to be announced Chessington is also planning to add an indoor water park with pools Last year, the park opened the world’s first Jumanji-themed land. The £17 million ‘World of Jumanji’ land features three new rides new you’ health kicks are in full swing for many this January - and the 1,000 animals at Chessington World of Adventures Zoo are no exception The Greater London zoo’s keepers have had a busy start to the year performing a series of important health checks behind the scenes as part of the zoo’s ‘New Year Animal Health MOT’ faecal sampling to weight tracking – the zookeepers have been hard at work making sure all 1,000 of the attraction’s animals are set for a healthy year ahead The zoo’s resident Southern White Rhinos had their horns treated with salve to prevent cracking and breaking Their dung was also examined as the keepers carried out the regular faecal sampling to ensure their health and diet are in check All five bachelor Rothschild’s giraffes enjoyed hoof pedicures to ensure their hard-working hooves were in tip top shape And the zoo’s popular penguins formed an orderly queue as they waited in line to have their January weight checked at Penguin Bay Guests can get close to the zoo’s 1,000 animals at Chessington’s Zootastic Days Out running until 9 March. From expert animal talks by the zookeepers, special events and an activity trail perfect for all ages, there’s so much to learn, see and do. To book tickets visit: www.chessington.com/explore/events/zootastic The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers When you purchase through links on our site Save on tickets and overnight breaks with these Chessington promo codes and offers along with a zoo and aquarium with over a thousand animals you’ll also find the World’s first Jumanji-themed land It’s no surprise that family days out can quickly add up which is why our team of deal hunters have been hard at work sourcing the best discounts and offers to help you save on your next trip to Chessington The estate’s original mansion was built back in 1348 and it wasn't until 1931 that Chessington Zoo opened followed by Chessington World of Adventures theme park in 1987 With its storied history and varied offerings Chessington welcomes well over one million visitors each year with many families returning for their favourite attractions – namely Vampire By planning a bit further in advance, you’ll save up to 56 per cent on your Chessington tickets Booking online slashes the price considerably on single-day tickets which includes entry to the theme park and the zoo but if you were to buy walk-up tickets on the day If you’re planning to turn your trip to Chessington into a staycation, consider the great deals on overnight stays with park entry These offers start from just £54 per person You can choose from themed and standard rooms If you’ve got a little extra time to spare Chessington’s overnight deals are a total steal join Merlin Holiday Club and get up to 20 per cent off your short breaks along with access to the Savannah Splash Pool breakfast and all the other bells and whistles you'd expect from a resort stay The Independent’s deal-hunters are dedicated to finding you the best deals We know how much our readers love family-friendly days out and we’re always searching for new ways to help you save on your next trip we’ve been trusted consumer champions here at The Independent Our dedicated shopping section is curated to help our readers shop smart we only bring you deals from brands that we love and trust our team use their expertise to find the best savings on everything from days out and the latest trends to best-selling products and investment pieces Keep on top of the most unmissable savings, with news from our dedicated deals section Chessington World of Adventures invites visitors to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Winter’s Tail this Christmas offering the chance to experience the magic of the holiday season and delight in the seasonal atmosphere with family and friends Guests will embark on their magical adventure in the Christmas Village – new for 2024 - guided by friendly elves through a snowy forest to a cosy the atmosphere is set with twinkling lights and a crackling fire ready to listen to Christmas wishes and spread joy to all who visit The enchantment continues with a visit to Enchanted Hollow the underground town where the elves have set up their toy workshop this year and will be ready with a gift for this year’s deserving 'good list' kids Little ones can help the elves make the toys and advent calendars in the workshop Entertainment takes centre stage at the Christmas Panto where resident show SEATOPIA is given a seasonal “he’s behind you!” twist And throughout the park thrill-seekers can enjoy a selection of their favourite rides and attractions Animal lovers have the opportunity for a close encounter with Father Christmas’ beloved reindeer with Chessington’s ‘Feed the Reindeer’ experience available from £30 per person Visitors looking to extend their adventure can enjoy a festive sleepover at the Azteca and Safari Resort Hotels To start the children’s day with wonder guests can add extra magic with a special ‘elf wake-up call’ And for an immersive experience guests can choose from themed rooms such as Room on the Broom Winter’s Tail is running at Chessington World of Adventures on 23 & 24 November Early booking tickets start from £29 per person and festive short breaks start from just £49pp based on a family of 4 Both options include entry to Winter's Tail and the zoo and SEA LIFE with over 1,000 animals Early booking offer runs until 10 November For further information and to book visit www.chessington.com/christmas laughter and a few screams by heading off to Chessington World of Adventures there's plenty to keep your little one's entertained We know how difficult it can be to keep your little ones entertained at the weekend or when they're not at school just as we know that family days out often come with a hefty price tag to ease the burden on your mind and your bank account we’ve got guides on how to get a bargain on all the best experience days We have the low-down on how to save money on the UK's top theme parks, including how to get cheap Thorpe Park tickets and how to get cheap Alton Towers tickets if you’re looking for a fun day out with small children there’s no place better than Chessington World of Adventures Chessington is a full-on family experience complete with over 40 rollercoasters and water rides and some first-rate shows for all to enjoy Some of the resort's most iconic rides include the Vampire as well as log flumes like Tiger Rock and the Gruffalo River Ride Adventure plus last year's addition the World of Jumanji which includes six specially-themed rooms at the Safari hotel plus a number of re-branded rides such as Mandrill Mayhem and Ostrich Stampede Let's take a look at how you can get a bargain on Chessington World of Adventures tickets There's plenty of fun activities to do in the UK, such as murder mystery experiences, best UK driving experiences and best flight experiences It’s no secret that theme park days are an expensive affair plus the possibility of fast-track tickets and overnight stays We also advise having a separate stuffed animal budget there are plenty of little changes you can make to save money on the day from packing lunch to finding discounts on transport You can also search for package deals or discount codes that will make the load lighter fail-safe way to get a discount on tickets is to book ahead but if you book online it’s only £29 – that’s a 56% discount but if there’s one message to take away from this Did you know you can buy 2:22 A Ghost Story UK tour tickets booking Chessington tickets online rather than at the door can save you up to £37 per person The online tickets also give you a rainy day guarantee so if the British weather decides to act like it usually does at this time of year Buy a Chessington Day ticket for £66 £29 (save £37 or 56%) at Chessington World of Adventures Looking for even more savings? Take a look at how to get cheap LEGOLAND tickets Looking for an activity to do with your family this upcoming Easter holidays We recommend heading to Chessington World of Adventures for its Easter celebrations you can meet the Easter Bunny and take part in an Easter trail Buy Easter tickets from £66 £32 (save £34 or 54%) at Chessington World of Adventures When you buy Chessington tickets through Virgin Experience Days This is a great way to ensure that any little changes won't impact your trip If you book an overnight stay at Chessington you can get two days' park entry with the second day free The best value breaks are in the middle of the week and you can save more if you select one of their bunk-bed rooms Buy an overnight stay at Chessington from £53 per person at Chessington World of Adventures You can now buy the Chessington Annual Pass which gives you repeated entry throughout the year and access to special events The basic pass costs just £59 which means you'd be spending £25 on your second visit and nothing on any visits after that The basic pass allows you unlimited off-peak day tickets as well as 10% off in retail shops and 20% off food & beverage You can also get the Silver Pass for £99 which gives you off-peak entry and discounts on short breaks or the Gold Pass for £139 which has fewer exclusion dates Buy the Chessington Annual Pass from £59 at Chessington World of Adventures With this deal you can get entry to Chessington from £36 per person. Now, we know that’s a little more than on Chessington’s own site, but the reason we picked it is because daysout.com has flexible booking you won't lose out on money or your booking as the website allows you to change your dates up to 24 hours in advance for just £2 more you’re living a stress-free life Buy Chessington tickets with flexible booking at Days Out We will never stop singing the praises of the Tesco Clubcard and the perks you can get you can get discounted tickets by converting your Clubcard points into Tesco Reward Partners vouchers you get twice the vouchers’ face value to use on tickets Students can get Chessington tickets for just £21 through Student Beans As long as you’re currently in higher education and have a Student Beans account you’ll be able to get a third off access to the park and zoo Buy student Chessington tickets for £21 from Student Beans The Merlin Annual Pass gives you access to some of the UK's biggest attractions With prices starting at £79 you can get the Discovery Pass which gives you over 200 days entry to any of the attractions available and extra perks like free parking and a discount on fast track vouchers Buy the Discovery Pass from £99 £79 per person at Merlin Annual Pass To find out more, check out our guide to what is the Merlin Pass The Merlin Annual Pass is your way into the UK’s top attractions SEA LIFE centres and the London Eye on the list as well as Chessington There are different levels of the pass available from the discovery pass all the way to the platinum pass which gives you extra fancy perks like £5 off fast track vouchers With Student Beans you can save £20 off a discovery pass which would normally set you back £99 You can save the same amount off a silver pass and get it for £149 or if you want to get all the benefits of a platinum pass you can save £40 which brings the price down to £259 annually We regularly cover deals on days out and entertainment in our Going Out newsletter This weekly email will give you everything you need for weekend plans Chessington is two miles off the A3 and M25 (junctions nine or 10) it’s £7 per car in off peak times and £9 on weekends and school holidays You can also park at Kingston or Epsom and get the 71 or 467 buses respectively you can jump on the South Western Rail to Chessington South Station you won’t need to book tickets in advance; you can simply use a bank card or Oyster Card If you’re not from London, however, and need to book tickets to get into the capital, be sure to keep an eye on potential deals through Trainline and TrainPal it's always worth trying to get a Railcard which will see you save up to one third of the fare price For more family days out, check out the best animal experiences, the best VR experiences and the best immersive experiences Plus how to get cheap London Eye tickets and how to get cheap Cadbury World tickets. How to get Women's FA Cup Final tickets. How to get cheap tickets to Chessington World of AdventuresFill 2025 with fun there's plenty to keep your little one's entertained We have the low-down on how to save money on the UK's top theme parks, including how to get cheap Thorpe Park tickets and how to get cheap Alton Towers tickets Some of the resort's most iconic rides include the Vampire plus last year's addition the World of Jumanji Let's take a look at how you can get a bargain on Chessington World of Adventures tickets There's plenty of fun activities to do in the UK, such as murder mystery experiences, best UK driving experiences and best flight experiences Did you know you can buy 2:22 A Ghost Story UK tour tickets Buy a Chessington Day ticket for £66 £29 (save £37 or 56%) at Chessington World of Adventures Looking for even more savings? Take a look at how to get cheap LEGOLAND tickets Buy Easter tickets from £66 £32 (save £34 or 54%) at Chessington World of Adventures This is a great way to ensure that any little changes won't impact your trip you'll also get 24% off for trips of two you can get two days' park entry with the second day free Buy an overnight stay at Chessington from £53 per person at Chessington World of Adventures The basic pass costs just £59 which means you'd be spending £25 on your second visit and nothing on any visits after that Buy the Chessington Annual Pass from £59 at Chessington World of Adventures With this deal you can get entry to Chessington from £36 per person. Now, we know that’s a little more than on Chessington’s own site, but the reason we picked it is because daysout.com has flexible booking you won't lose out on money or your booking Buy Chessington tickets with flexible booking at Days Out Buy student Chessington tickets for £21 from Student Beans Chessington World of Adventures via Virgin Experience Days Virgin Experience DaysThe Merlin Annual Pass gives you access to some of the UK's biggest attractions Buy the Discovery Pass from £99 £79 per person at Merlin Annual Pass To find out more, check out our guide to what is the Merlin Pass If you're looking for exciting things to do in the capital city, take a look at the best London experience gifts, top London walking tours, and best West End shows Sign up for our Going Out newsletter to receive the latest updates on new ticket releases plus inspiration for how to spend your weekend By entering your details you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply If you’re not from London, however, and need to book tickets to get into the capital, be sure to keep an eye on potential deals through Trainline and TrainPal it's always worth trying to get a Railcard For more family days out, check out the best animal experiences, the best VR experiences and the best immersive experiences Plus how to get cheap London Eye tickets and how to get cheap Cadbury World tickets. How to get Women's FA Cup Final tickets you are agreeing to site title privacy policy This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Subscribe to RT!Subscribe to Radio Times magazine and get £10 issues for £10! Could your home unlock your dreams?Releasing equity from your home could help give you the retirement you've been dreaming of? Holiday brochuresNeed inspiration of where to go next Request a free brochure and start your journey the season of giving often brings familiar staples - socks But how many of us receive gifts of perfume we don’t need New research (Survey of 2,000 UK adults conducted by YouGov on behalf of Chessington World of Adventures Resort) shows that perfume is among the top five (16%) Christmas gifts Brits receive but don’t need alongside chocolates (37%) toiletries (32%) Across the UK countless leftover bottles gather dust in bathroom cupboards with over 1 in 10 (14%) Brits admit to having five or more unopened or partially used perfumes at home This year Chessington World of Adventures is giving these forgotten fragrances a new lease of life offering a unique opportunity to turn them into a gift for good Chessington’s zookeepers are calling on the public to donate their unused perfumes to support the animals’ enrichment programme Animal enrichment involves providing activities that encourage animals to exhibit natural behaviours similar to those they would display in the wild The donated fragrances will be used to help create stimulating sensory experiences for the zoo’s mammals including meerkats Animal enrichment is a vital part of Chessington Zoo’s enrichment programme which focuses on five categories: nutritional Sensory enrichment stimulates animals’ ‘Flehmen Response’ which is a natural behaviour that allows creatures to access information carried through smell This type of enrichment also has health advantages including increasing fitness building muscle and allowing the animals to interact with their environment Visitors can take part in the initiative by dropping off their sealed unused perfumes at the resort’s Lodge Entrance between Christmas and the New Year It’s an easy way to make a meaningful contribution to the wellbeing of the zoo’s animals while enjoying the festive fun at Chessington World of Adventures The ad-free version is ready for purchase on iOS mobile app today we couldn't find that page";var n=e.querySelector("h2");return n&&n.remove(),{staticContent:e,title:t}},d=function(e){var t=document.createElement("button");return t.innerText=e,t.classList.add("error-page-button"),t},f=function(e){var t=document.createElement("div");t.id="recirculation-404",t.classList.add("brand-hint-bg");var n="\n \n \n Tick here if you would like us to send you the author’s response Published: Invalid Date CHESSINGTON World of Adventure resort is getting a revamp in the form of a whole new land Permission has been granted by Kingston Council to build a new land at the theme park with lots of new rides and attractions The theme park in Surrey is set to open a new area of its park within the next two years Rather than expanding the park, Chessington is actually redeveloping one of its oldest areas In March 2025, Chessington announced the 'retirement' of Wild Asia after 15 years of operation They announced that Wild Asia would not open for the 2025 season - and the reason was that it would form part of "a new chapter" for the theme park will be kept and rethemed for the new attraction The new land will have a rollercoaster with indoor and outdoor sections Plans reveal there will also be immersive children's rides themed play areas and sensory environments for families with children aged six to 12 Also added to the land will be new food and drink outlets with themed menus, a courtyard and a gift shop. And construction work is expected to begin this year and be completed by 2027 Liberal Democrat councillor Jackie Davies said: "I think it's a shame to cover up what is a lot of open land with a big building "On the other hand… indoor rides and outdoor rides [provide the] best of both worlds it takes a lot of people out of the queue for the other rides so I'm definitely in favour of it." The new themed lands aren't the only new attraction that's set to open at Chessington World of Adventures, with the resort confirming a waterpark will be added to its line-up Announced last year, the waterpark, will be a huge attraction and the hope is that it will rival the likes of Disney. plans were submitted to expand the resort's safari hotel to build the waterpark Plus, Sun Travel visited Chessington World of Adventures, and this is what we thought And the UK’s first Universal theme park with 500-room hotel finally gets green light you may want to use our top tips to make the most of your adrenaline-inducing day out Spooky season is on the horizon and Chessington World of Adventures is as ready as the rest of us the family theme park is bringing back it's annual Howl'o'ween celebrations; a series of after-dark events which include ghostly shows scary mazes and rollercoaster rides at dusk Chessington pulls out all the shocks for parents and children of all ages with attractions like the Vile Villagers Howl'o'ween takes place every weekend in October and throughout the October half-term doesn't mean tickets will stay on sale for long In the past this event has proved hugely popular so booking tickets in advance is a supernaturally good idea If you take one thing away from this article it should be book online and in advance as you're guaranteed entry let's get on with this un-boo-lievably good event Buy Chessington Howl'o'ween tickets from £32 at Chessington We've also got guides on how to get cheap Chessington tickets, how to get cheap Alton Towers tickets and how to get cheap Thorpe Park tickets Chessington's annual Howl'o'ween events include an entire makeover for the park and a ton of spooky activities for all the family Across the month the theme park will be open later so you can go on the rides at dusk plus there's additional mazes and attractions put up specially for the holiday Shows like Banyan – The Final Flame will run throughout and for the younger kids Werewolf Wilf and Violet the Vampire Bat will be hosting a party on the mini stage At the Wild Woods towards the back of the park the Vile Villagers maze is back with plenty of freaky-faced actors ready to chase you The Enchanted Hollow is a children's Trick or Treat maze which you'll need to buy additional tickets for you'll wander through a range of spooky sets and meet the animals and townsfolk who may give you a treat or play a sneaky trick Children also get given a bag of treats to take around with them Howl'o'ween takes place on the following weekends: 5th – 6th October then everyday from 19th October – 3rd November Howl'o'ween is billed as for \"families of all ages,\" so it's unlikely to be too scary As a whole Chessington is recommended for children between the ages of 6 and 13 so we'd recommend taking the same approach here like the Mini Stage where Werewolf Wilf and Violet the Vampire Bat host their own Halloween party Plus all the \"Little Rangers\" rides will be open at dusk That doesn't mean there won't be scare potential For those in the \"Brave Adventurers\" category alongside award-winning shows like The Final Flame the Vile Villagers maze will be open towards the back of the park where you'll find a whole host of actors ready to scare you Depending on your definition of \"scary\" this title probably goes to Dragon's Fury or the Vampire Ride Dragon's Fury has a ton of dizzying twists and turns dips and dives and all the while your car is spinning away from a fire-breathing (not real fire) dragon the Vampire ride flings you around over the tree-tops at speeds of 45 mph Both of these have a height restriction of 1.2m and 1.1m respectively and are recommended for the more strong-stomached riders Howl'o'ween tickets start at £32 when you buy online in advance and £64 if you walk up on the day These standard entry tickets get you one day access to the Theme Park Remember if you want tickets to the Enchanted Hollow – where you'll play Trick or Treat with the animal townsfolk – you'll need to buy additional tickets These cost £5 for adults and £10 for children (who get an additional treat bag) You can also book a Howl'o'ween short break from £57 per person which includes a one-night stay at the theme park plus early ride time and animal meet and greets For repeat visits, you can check out the Chessington Annual Pass from £59 or the Merlin Annual Pass from £99 per person. More of this in what is the Merlin Pass We've got more family days out, plus the best Halloween events and best murder mystery experiences.  How to get Chessington Halloween tickets for new 2024 limited-time eventReady to hear all a-boo-t Howl'o'ween the family theme park is bringing back it's annual Howl'o'ween celebrations; a series of after-dark events which include ghostly shows Howl'o'ween takes place every weekend in October and throughout the October half-term doesn't mean tickets will stay on sale for long it should be book online and in advance as you're guaranteed entry let's get on with this un-boo-lievably good event Buy Chessington Howl'o'ween tickets from £32 at Chessington We've also got guides on how to get cheap Chessington tickets, how to get cheap Alton Towers tickets and how to get cheap Thorpe Park tickets Merlin EntertainmentsChessington's annual Howl'o'ween events include an entire makeover for the park and a ton of spooky activities for all the family plus there's additional mazes and attractions put up specially for the holiday The Enchanted Hollow is a children's Trick or Treat maze which you'll need to buy additional tickets for you'll wander through a range of spooky sets and meet the animals and townsfolk Howl'o'ween takes place on the following weekends: 5th – 6th October Merlin EntertainmentsHowl'o'ween is billed as for "families of all ages," so it's unlikely to be too scary so we'd recommend taking the same approach here Plus all the "Little Rangers" rides will be open at dusk That doesn't mean there won't be scare potential For those in the "Brave Adventurers" category where you'll find a whole host of actors ready to scare you Depending on your definition of "scary" this title probably goes to Dragon's Fury or the Vampire Ride Dragon's Fury has a ton of dizzying twists and turns Howl'o'ween tickets start at £32 when you buy online in advance and £64 if you walk up on the day Remember if you want tickets to the Enchanted Hollow – where you'll play Trick or Treat with the animal townsfolk – you'll need to buy additional tickets You can also book a Howl'o'ween short break from £57 per person For repeat visits, you can check out the Chessington Annual Pass from £59 or the Merlin Annual Pass from £99 per person. More of this in what is the Merlin Pass We've got more family days out, plus the best Halloween events and best murder mystery experiences I HAVE never checked into a hotel room to start searching for shovels And all so we could crack the code to open a safe containing  That’s the challenge our grandchildren gleefully accepted at Chessington World of Adventures Resort squealed as they rushed around the room (don’t panic the axes and everything else were printed on the wallpaper or carpet.) Chessington was my favourite theme park when my children were young and back with the grandchildren There was a comfy double bed for me and husband David, bunkbeds with a pull-out trundle bed for the kids and a bathroom in between. Keep your eyes peeled for special events, too. Anyone visiting next weekend, for example, can be in with a chance of winning one of 100 fast-track tickets (worth £60pp) if they come dressed in Vampire fancy dress. We hit the ground running, literally. The kids bounced along sky-high rope walkways on the Amazu adventure trail and clambered on the Adventure Tree carousel ride. where we encountered the witch and braved the dragon while weaving our way through glass mirrors Time to get a bit wet on The Gruffalo River Ride Adventure and the spinning When the grandparents needed a caffeine booster and the kids needed to give us a break, Ben & Jerry’s milkshakes did the trick There are plenty of other food options too take a picnic and sit at one of the tables around the park the hotels’ Zafari Bar & Grill and buffet-style Temple Restaurant are excellent with a great choice of food for all the family with kids’ dishes from £6.50 and a packed buffet breakfast for the following morning One big advantage of staying in a resort hotel is you have access to the superb Savannah splash pool and to the park an hour before day visitors Thanks goodness Lois passed the one-metre height rule to rock along in the open-sided 30-seat truck to see giraffes Chessington is home to more than 1,000 animals While the Sea Life Centre has wondrous creatures including sharks With our youngsters, we had to stick to the gentler rides – apart from Albie who proudly plunged 82ft on Croc Drop – but older kids will love Mandrill Mayhem the world’s only Jumanji coaster which flips you upside down The grandkids still have those to look forward to and next time opening the safe will be child’s play Overnight stays at Chessington’s hotels start from £53pp including park entry and there is currently an offer giving you your second day FREE Howl’o’ween at Chessington World of Adventures is set to offer spooky fun for the whole family this Autumn with spine-tingling adventures taking place on 5th to 6th and 12th to 13th October as well as 19th October to 3rd November 2024 Britain's biggest wildlife theme park is gearing up for a magical mix of Halloween fun for all ages featuring a range of spellbinding entertainment Highlights include the popular Enchanted Halloween Trick or Treat and a charming pumpkin patch Guests young and old can also experience their favourite theme park rides with an eerie twist at dusk while little explorers are invited to participate in Halloween fancy dress competitions for a chance to show off their spookiest costumes The award-winning fire and special effects dance show Banyan – The Final Flame will be performed at Adventure Point while loveable werewolf and friendly vampire bat will delight little ones on the Mini Stage YouTube sensation Cocomelon’s JJ and Cody will also make appearances to celebrate the Halloween season For those seeking their first taste of Halloween fright Wild Woods transforms into a scare zone playing host to the Vile Villagers who are on the hunt for new souls to join their fang-tastic club Families can also extend their spooky season experience with a Halloween short break at one of Chessington's resort hotels Visitors will also enjoy all the experiences at Britain’s wildest adventure and reptiles spread across the 128-acre resort and River Rafts will be part of the thrilling experience Tickets for Howl’o’ween are available at chessington.com/Halloween Deputy Travel EditorPublished: Invalid Date A HUGE new theme park land in the UK has taken a step closer to opening Chessington World of Adventures has submitted its plans to the local council for its massive multi-million project First announced back in October the new themed land will have a mix of rides and attractions The theme of the land is yet to be revealed although there will be both indoor and outdoor rollercoasters The current Kobra ride will be one of them although is being reimagined as part of the new land An immersive family ride as well as play areas and sensory zones will be your younger guests It will replace the current Wild Asia area and nearby glamping site The new indoor rides hope to make Chessington a 'year-round theme park' "This ‘evolution’ will add to the attractiveness of the resort to guests and will help to ‘smooth’ the visitor number profile Another new themed land being planned at Chessington hopes to take on Alton Towers' CBeebies Land Replacing part of the Mexicana and Children's Zoo the land will have rides for younger guests And announced last year was plans for a huge new waterpark at Chessington. Hoping to 'rival Disneyland,' the water attraction would have wave pools and infinity pools An 'adventure river' splash zone and 'beach' would be part of the attraction along with a spa The current Safari Hotel would also be expanded as part of the land An official opening date is yet to be confirmed for any of the lands Chessington only became a theme park in 1987 Recent new additions to the park include the WORLD of Jumanji land last year, with three new rides, as well as the new Shipwreck Coast land with two rides Here are five other great UK theme parks you might not know about Thames Water has announced the completion of a significant £14M project aimed at enhancing the drinking water supply for the Chessington area in Surrey which involved the replacement of 1.7km of outdated pipework is expected to improve reliability for both residents and local businesses by reducing the risk of leaks and supply interruptions The upgrade saw the installation of a new 600mm diameter pipe which was carried out by Galliford Try Construction the project employed advanced construction techniques including directional drilling which reduces the environmental impact associated with traditional digging methods Directional drilling involves creating a pilot hole underground followed by the pulling back through the hold with a rotating cutting tool The brand-new water pipe follows closely behind The process was executed carefully to avoid any disruption to the water supply for local customers particularly given that the area is classified as a National Character Area Thames Water’s investment is part of a broader initiative to modernise infrastructure and enhance water supply systems across the region amid rising concerns over water security and sustainability Local residents will soon benefit from improved service reliability as this upgrade is expected to bolster the efficiency of water delivery in the Chessington area London infrastructure delivery Mark Taylor said: “This investment will provide more resilience to the Chessington area and helps future-proof for development and growth It is a fantastic example of Thames Water investing across the region to upgrade our ageing infrastructure and supply the highest quality of drinking water for decades to come.” Galliford Try Construction operations director John Kingdon said: “The Galliford Try team have been proud to work with Thames Water to deliver significant water supply resilience to the Chessington area and manage the day-to-day logistics of this intrusive work The whole team have done a great job minimising impact to customers and working with the community for their benefit.” Like what you've read? To receive New Civil Engineer's daily and weekly newsletters click here. Tagged with: A number of engineering and consultancy firms have made some big changes… The UK’s water regulators and government ministers have no coherent national plan… Publicly traded UK engineering firms have been hit by stock market turbulence… Sizewell C has awarded road and infrastructure contracts to Galliford Try and… Guests will embark on their magical adventure in the Christmas Village guided by friendly elves through a snowy forest to a cosy the underground town where the elves have set up their toy workshop this year and will be ready with a gift for this year’s deserving ‘good list’ kids Animal lovers will have the opportunity for a close encounter with Father Christmas’ beloved reindeer with Chessington’s ‘Feed the Reindeer’ experience available from £32 per person Early booking tickets starting from £29 per person and festive short breaks start from just £49pp based on a family of 4 Both options include entry to Winter’s Tail For more information on Chessington Christmas, and to book, please visit: www.chessington.com/christmas I have read and agree to the terms & conditions Contact us: info@theartsshelf.com HOMEABOUT USMEET THE TEAMPRIVACY POLICYADVERTISING INFOCONTACT We’re all familiar with the ‘quiet carriage’ Chessington World of Adventures and South Western Railway are flipping that on its head this summer and creating a dedicated Noisy Carriage for families heading from London Waterloo to Chessington South as the holidays kick off The Noisy Carriage will have DJs and entertainers from Chessington’s Summer Festival event to get the party started before arriving at the theme park Departing from Waterloo at 9.17am on Monday 29th and Wednesday 31st July the 36-minute journey to Chessington South is designed to make sure parents can rest easy without worrying about the embarrassment of their kids acting up in a quiet public place This comes as new research1 from Chessington reveals that two-thirds (61%) of parents find their kids’ embarrassing behaviour stressful and one in three parents (33%) say they struggle to get their kids to sit still and keep quiet on public transport Some of the most common places parents are embarrassed by their kids are supermarkets 27% of parents even wish there were more public spaces where their kids could run riot The top reasons for parents being embarrassed by their kids in public include: their child running away or wandering off when they have asked them not to (29%) and commenting on people around them with no filter (25%) play and shout for the entire journey – handy for the 10% of parents who say their kids singing at the top of their lungs is a source of embarrassment for them A quarter of parents (23%) say someone has commented on their child’s bad behaviour in public – which is perhaps why 28% of parents resort to ‘bribery’ like sweets and screen time in a bid to keep kids quiet The research found kids are most embarrassing between the ages of two and four One unfortunate respondent said their child noticed a man with a big nose on the bus and proceeded to loudly call him “Pinocchio” Another parent remembered her child steering the shopping trolley into a large display in the supermarket and then running away But while ‘spirited’ children might leave parents feeling anxious about going to a public place our research found that parents also feel empathetic to others with hundreds of those surveyed sharing advice to others not to worry and remember that you are not alone and that all parents have been through it To book a place on the Noisy Carriage, simply purchase a ticket for the 09.17 train from London Waterloo to Chessington South on 29 July or 31 July at southwesternrailway.com or on the SWR app, or tap in with your Oyster or contactless card. And pre-book your Chessington World of Adventures day ticket at www.chessington.com from only £29 per person which includes entry to the theme park Advance booking is advised to guarantee entry T's & C’s: Spaces on the Noisy Carriage will be available on a first come first served basis based on carriage capacity 1 One Poll Survey of 1,000 people commissioned by Chessington World of Adventures in July 2024 GSF Car Parts has expanded its network with New Branches in Chessington and Stockport The Chessington branch spans 6,422 sq ft and supports the network with four new vans and three bikes The Stockport Regional Distribution Centre covers over 14,061 sq ft and is equipped with 10 vans There are plans to expand this fleet as the customer base grows said: “We are excited to introduce our newest branches in Chessington and Stockport to the GSF network “Opening these branches highlights our dedication to making car parts easily accessible for our customers across the country “These new branch locations are pivotal for our expansion and we look forward to offering our top-notch service and extensive product selection to these areas.” These branch openings follow the announcement of a new 500,000 sq ft National Distribution Centre in Wolverhampton in May said: “Bringing our new Chessington branch to the area allows us to better serve local garages by providing faster access to essential parts and improving overall service quality “We look forward to building strong relationships with our customers in the Chessington community.” Stockport regional distribution centre manager GSF Car Parts said: “The opening of this facility will significantly boost our logistics capabilities ensuring faster and more efficient distribution of parts to our branches and customers “Our aim is to streamline our supply chain and enhance the overall service experience for the Stockport area and beyond.” Tagged with: Fast expanding GSF Car Parts opens National Distribution Centre GSF Car Parts opens new branches Evolution Warranties strikes deal with GSF to save dealers thousands You must be logged in to post a comment a UK based car finance provider authorised and regulated by .. 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Read our privacy notice Two men have been hospitalised after a stabbing in the car park of Chessington World of Adventures The Met Police said it was called to the popular family-friendly adventure park at around 2.30pm on Thursday A man was found in the car park with knife wounds while another victim was found on a nearby road with minor injuries The force said a third man has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm Detectives believe the men were known to each other and nobody else was involved A Chessington World of Adventures spokesperson said the "isolated incident" involved three site visitors Teenager charged with attempted murder after Woolwich college stabbing Teen fighting for life after being stabbed near his sixth form college in Woolwich fighting for his life after stabbing in Brixton on New Year’s Day "The emergency services were immediately alerted and the resort’s fully trained first aid team administered care until ambulance teams arrived," they said "We are fully supporting the Metropolitan Police with their investigation." 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