Saturday 21st March 2026
Breaking from Minecraft Live!
Merlin Entertainments and Mojang Studios have officially announced Minecraft World, the first-ever fully immersive Minecraft-themed land at a major theme park. Opening in 2027 at Chessington World of Adventures in Greater London, this £50 million project will bring the best-selling video game of all time into the real world!
What to expect in Minecraft World:
A world-first Minecraft-themed rollercoaster
Interactive adventures and epic blockbuilt playscapes
Themed retail and dining
A host of fan favourites and “ridiculous fun” straight from the Minecraft universe
Concept drawings for the area have also been released, giving fans a first look at the new land. Microsoft and Mojang Studios have worked with gamers and iconic Minecraft creators to build real gameplay-inspired experiences into the area, making it feel like stepping into the Minecraft Overworld.
Angela Jobson, SVP of Global Brand at Merlin Entertainments said:
"Minecraft World will allow friends and families to play, explore and craft together on a truly epic scale."
Torfi Frans Ólafsson, Senior Creative Director of Entertainment at Minecraft added:
"We're thrilled to realise a place where you can literally be in the Minecraft Overworld and have an adventure of your own."
Just a 35-minute train ride from London Waterloo, Minecraft World is set to be one of Chessington’s most ambitious developments in recent years.
Stay up to date: https://www.chessington.com/minecraft/
Merlin Entertainments and Mojang Studios have officially announced Minecraft World, the first-ever fully immersive Minecraft-themed land at a major theme park. Opening in 2027 at Chessington World of Adventures in Greater London, this £50 million project will bring the best-selling video game of all time into the real world!
What to expect in Minecraft World:
A world-first Minecraft-themed rollercoaster
Interactive adventures and epic blockbuilt playscapes
Themed retail and dining
A host of fan favourites and “ridiculous fun” straight from the Minecraft universe
Concept drawings for the area have also been released, giving fans a first look at the new land. Microsoft and Mojang Studios have worked with gamers and iconic Minecraft creators to build real gameplay-inspired experiences into the area, making it feel like stepping into the Minecraft Overworld.
Angela Jobson, SVP of Global Brand at Merlin Entertainments said:
"Minecraft World will allow friends and families to play, explore and craft together on a truly epic scale."
Torfi Frans Ólafsson, Senior Creative Director of Entertainment at Minecraft added:
"We're thrilled to realise a place where you can literally be in the Minecraft Overworld and have an adventure of your own."
Just a 35-minute train ride from London Waterloo, Minecraft World is set to be one of Chessington’s most ambitious developments in recent years.
Stay up to date: https://www.chessington.com/minecraft/
Friday 20th March 2026
Work is progressing well on Chessington’s 2027 project, with early construction now clearly taking shape across the site.
Foundations for the new rollercoaster and surrounding area are developing steadily, with concrete continuing to be poured for footers—even during our visit on the opening day of the 2026 theme park season.
There are also strong rumours that the project could be officially announced by Microsoft during Minecraft Live on Saturday 21st March 2026, although this has not yet been confirmed.
It’s still early days, but the scale and pace of construction suggest this could be a major new addition to Chessington for 2027.
Foundations for the new rollercoaster and surrounding area are developing steadily, with concrete continuing to be poured for footers—even during our visit on the opening day of the 2026 theme park season.
There are also strong rumours that the project could be officially announced by Microsoft during Minecraft Live on Saturday 21st March 2026, although this has not yet been confirmed.
It’s still early days, but the scale and pace of construction suggest this could be a major new addition to Chessington for 2027.
Monday 23rd February 2026
Construction is progressing quickly at Chessington World of Adventures as redevelopment of the former Wild Asia area continues. Foundations are well underway for a brand-new rollercoaster featuring both indoor and outdoor sections, alongside a new flat ride.
A huge concrete base is currently being poured, with clear forms visible for what are believed to be the coaster’s footings, ready for future track installation. Across the site, large quantities of metal rebar can be seen stacked and prepared, waiting to be installed to reinforce the upcoming foundations.
Rumours continue to circulate that the coaster could be supplied by Intamin, potentially similar in style to Uncharted at PortAventura World.
In addition to the rides, the new area will also feature brand-new toilet facilities, a themed shop, and a restaurant, helping to completely transform this section of the park.
This is shaping up to be a hugely exciting project, and we can’t wait to see — and hear — more developments over the coming year.
A huge concrete base is currently being poured, with clear forms visible for what are believed to be the coaster’s footings, ready for future track installation. Across the site, large quantities of metal rebar can be seen stacked and prepared, waiting to be installed to reinforce the upcoming foundations.
Rumours continue to circulate that the coaster could be supplied by Intamin, potentially similar in style to Uncharted at PortAventura World.
In addition to the rides, the new area will also feature brand-new toilet facilities, a themed shop, and a restaurant, helping to completely transform this section of the park.
This is shaping up to be a hugely exciting project, and we can’t wait to see — and hear — more developments over the coming year.
Tuesday 16th December 2025
Chessington’s replacement for Wild Asia is really starting to heat up!
Since our last look at the area, pipes have now been laid into the ground for cables and ducting, showing that the project is moving quickly behind the scenes. On top of that, metal rebar cages are already in place, with foundations expected to begin very soon — and it’s clear this new building is going to be BIG.
The site has come a long way in just a month and a half since our last visit to the park. If you’re riding Dragon’s Fury, you can actually get an amazing view straight into the construction area, making it even more exciting to see how fast things are progressing.
Since our last look at the area, pipes have now been laid into the ground for cables and ducting, showing that the project is moving quickly behind the scenes. On top of that, metal rebar cages are already in place, with foundations expected to begin very soon — and it’s clear this new building is going to be BIG.
The site has come a long way in just a month and a half since our last visit to the park. If you’re riding Dragon’s Fury, you can actually get an amazing view straight into the construction area, making it even more exciting to see how fast things are progressing.
Friday 31st October 2025
As the 2025 season at Chessington draws to a close, fans are getting their final look at the park before the winter lull sets in. Groundwork for the highly anticipated new area—and its major rollercoaster—has officially begun. For now, there’s nothing too dramatic to see: cleared patches of land, early construction markers, and the first hints of infrastructure taking shape. But expectations are high. By the time Chessington reopens for the next theme park season, we’re likely to see the full layout of the new zone emerging, along with the first visible foundations of the rollercoaster itself. Rumours continue to swirl that the ride will be Minecraft-themed, adding an extra layer of excitement as fans eagerly await what the park has in store for 2027.
