Overview
- Merlin Entertainments and Mojang Studios formally unveiled the Chessington project during Minecraft Live, releasing concept art for a dedicated land based on the game.
- Confirmed features include a world-first Minecraft rollercoaster, interactive adventures, block-built playscapes, and themed dining and retail that Merlin says will include the world’s biggest Minecraft shop.
- The opening is slated for 2027 with no exact date yet, and full ride specifications and guest flow details remain undisclosed.
- Developers emphasize fidelity to how Minecraft is played rather than the film storyline, with creators such as LDShadowLady, DanTDM, Grian and Aimsey contributing to design and attending the groundbreaking.
- The £50 million Chessington build is part of Merlin’s previously announced $110 million multi-site investment, with a U.S. location still unconfirmed and the UK site positioned for easy access about 35 minutes by train from London Waterloo.