Chessington is opening a huge £50million Minecraft World

Minecraft World is set to arrive at Chessington World of Adventures.

Launching in 2027, Minecraft World represents a £50 million partnership between Merlin Entertainments and Mojang Studios.

Drawing inspiration from the game's most recognisable biomes, mobs, and items, Minecraft World will transform the best-selling game of all time into a physical realm for the very first time at a major theme park.

Whilst it has been known for some time that the world's first fully immersive Minecraft theme park land was heading to the UK, the precise location of the attraction has only now been disclosed.

The land will boast new Minecraft-themed experiences, including an exhilarating coaster, interactive adventures, epic block-built playscapes, and themed retail and dining options.

Angela Jobson, SVP of global brand at Merlin Entertainments, said: "We're absolutely thrilled to be bringing Minecraft's creativity, bold adventures, and ridiculous fun to life at a theme park for the first time at Chessington World of Adventures.

"Minecraft World will allow friends and families to play, explore and craft together on a truly epic scale. Working closely together with Mojang Studios we are meticulously creating an authentic world that the global community of Minecraft fans will want to immerse themselves in and experience the game in a whole new way." Whilst limited information has been disclosed about the attractions thus far, the park assures they'll be "unmistakably Minecraft". Construction has already commenced on transforming the former Wild Asia section into the Minecraft zone.

Torfi Frans Ólafsson, senior creative director of Entertainment at Minecraft, said: "Minecraft World represents a meaningful milestone in our ongoing journey to expand the Minecraft universe. We're thrilled to have partnered with Merlin Entertainments to realise a place where you can literally be in the Minecraft Overworld and have an adventure of your own with your family and friends. The team at Merlin Entertainments and Mojang have worked hard to craft an experience that feels immersive, authentic and welcoming, and we can't wait for our community to experience it."

Chessington is a 35-minute direct train journey from London Waterloo. Enthusiasts can follow developments by visiting www.chessington.com/minecraft and on social channels.

If you cannot wait until then, there is plenty more to look forward to at Chessington this year.

Chessington's new World of PAW Patrol will launch in spring 2026 and will feature four attractions. Chase's Mountain Mission, a rollercoaster suitable for young children, Skye's Helicopter Heroes, which will take youngsters on a high-flying mission, and Marshall's Firetruck Rescue, where children can take a ride on a shiny red truck. Zuma's Hovercraft Adventure will be a 'drifter' ride, touted as the first of its kind in the UK.

Additionally, there will be Rubble and Rocky's Playzone, where children can "climb, slide and explore". Meet and greets with the pups will be on offer, and enthusiasts can even arrange a sleepover in one of the PAW Patrol-themed rooms at Chessington's Azteca hotel. These vibrant rooms can accommodate up to five guests and feature themed bunk beds for the youngsters.