Chessington Engineering Main Workshop

The main rides workshop is divided into three primary sections dedicated to Vampire, Dragon’s Fury and Rattlesnake. Interestingly, the area now used for Rattlesnake components once housed the trains for Scorpion Express.

The workshop itself is exceptionally well equipped. Engineers have access to a wide array of specialist tools for cleaning and inspecting ride vehicles, alongside a built-in overhead crane capable of lifting up to five tonnes. This crane enables heavy components to be transported safely across the workspace.

Rattlesnake operates with eight cars in total but runs only five at any given time. Two are prepared and ready in the workshop, while one remains as a strategic spare. Dragon’s Fury similarly owns more cars than the ride system can operate simultaneously, ensuring that maintenance can occur without affecting overall availability.

Once ride trains are fully certified, that certification remains valid for twelve months, reflecting the stringent inspection and approval processes in place.