Minecraft-Themed Land Coming to Chessington in 2027

(eap) The British operator group Merlin Entertainments and video game developer Mojang Studios have announced the world’s first “Minecraft” themed land for an amusement park: “Minecraft World” will open in 2027 at Chessington World of Adventures. The themed area will feature new attractions – including the world’s first Minecraft-themed roller coaster – as well as merchandise shops and dining facilities.

Image: Courtesy of Merlin Entertainments An investment of GBP 50 million (approx. EUR 58 million) will be made in the new themed land. Angela Jobson, SVP Global Brand at Merlin Entertainments, commented: “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.”

Torfi Frans Ólafsson, Senior Creative Director of Entertainment at Minecraft, added: “[…] 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.”

Image: Courtesy of Merlin Entertainments At the end of 2024, Merlin and Microsoft’s Mojang Studios had announced their strategic partnership to develop Minecraft attractions. Minecraft is one of the most successful video games of all time. Before the gaming world becomes a reality, families with younger children can already look forward this year to the first “Paw Patrol” themed land in the United Kingdom, which will include several rides and meet-and-greet opportunities with the popular dog characters. ■