Mexicana Transformation at Chessington World of Adventures Moving Quickly
Saturday 19th April 2025
Work is progressing rapidly on the removal of the Mexicana area at Chessington World of Adventures. The main building — once home to the VIP space, a games stand, and the Annual Pass Hub — has now been fully removed.
Next in line for demolition is the old Mexicana restaurant, along with the office space above it. Over the past week, windows have been taken out in preparation, signaling that this area is soon to become completely unrecognisable.
As Project Anchor (widely speculated to be tied to the park’s future plans) gears up, it won’t be long before vertical construction begins and the future of Chessington starts to take shape.
Eagle-eyed visitors may still spot the last remnants of signage from Scorpion Express clinging on — but for how much longer?
Demolition Begins in Mexicana for Project Play
Saturday 12th April 2025
Major progress is underway at Chessington as Project Play continues to reshape this area, and the once-familiar Mexicana area is now well into its transformation.
Demolition work has officially begun, with the Annual Pass Hub and adjacent games stand nearly gone—just a few remnants remain. The Children’s Petting Zoo has also been completely removed, leaving the space nearly unrecognisable to longtime visitors.
Interestingly, the Scorpion Express photo collection point is still standing, along with some lingering signage pointing guests toward the ride.
While it’s definitely bittersweet to see such a nostalgic area fade away, the excitement for what’s to come is real. We’re eager to see what Project Play will bring to Chessington next!
Mexicana Removal at Chessington Progressing Well
Saturday 29th March 2025
Work on removing the Mexicana area at Chessington World of Adventures is continuing at a steady pace, with the deconstruction of Scorpion Express still ongoing. A major milestone has been reached as the control booth that once stood over the ride has now been taken down, leaving just the remaining structure.
Additional construction fences have been installed along the pathway connecting Zufari to the area near Tomb Blaster and Croc Drop, signaling further work to come. The iconic Rameses Eye is also set to be removed in the coming weeks.
For now, the surrounding buildings and the zoo remain untouched, but it won’t be long before this area is completely transformed. With the new development set to open in 2026, Chessington is gearing up for a fresh and exciting addition to the park!
Project Play Construction Begins at Mexicana
Saturday 22nd March 2025
Construction work on Project Play is officially underway, bringing major changes to the Mexicana area. Construction walls have gone up around the site, marking the beginning of a long-anticipated transformation. The popular Scorpion Express has already been removed, and heavy construction vehicles have been spotted onsite, signaling the start of early groundwork.
While no major demolitions have taken place just yet, it's only a matter of time before key structures, including some of the larger buildings and the beloved children’s petting zoo, are cleared to make way for the new development.
Farewell to Mexicana at Chessington as Construction Walls Move In
Saturday 8th March 2025
Change is on the horizon at Chessington, as construction walls move in around the old Children’s Petting Zoo and Mexicana area. This marks the beginning of a major transformation, and it won’t be long before this part of the park looks completely different.
Scorpion Express now appears to be fully removed, with only the old operating booth still standing as a final reminder of the ride. A crane has been spotted on-site, signaling that demolition is imminent. Soon, these once-iconic buildings will be torn down, clearing the way for construction to begin on an exciting new area.
While it’s always sad to say goodbye to a beloved part of the park’s history, there’s plenty of anticipation for what’s to come. We can’t wait to see this space evolve into something fresh, bringing new adventures and experiences for future visitors to enjoy!
