🦁 Chessington World of Adventures Resort
Rides, animals, shows and changing sensory environments.
Chessington combines rides, a zoo, and a SEA LIFE centre, which means the sensory environment changes significantly as you move between areas. The Ride Access Pass Information Hub in Adventure Point is a useful first point of contact.
Daisy at a signpost — wayfinding support helps every child know where they're going
Before You Go
- Book tickets online in advance
- Check the Chessington app for ride wait times and maps
- Review the accessibility guide on the official website
- Check height restrictions for all rides
RAP
- Chessington participates in Merlin's Ride Access Pass
- The Ride Access Pass Information Hub in Adventure Point is a useful first point of contact
- Apply through Nimbus Disability before your visit
- Pre-book RAP — do not assume availability on arrival
Animals
- The zoo and SEA LIFE centre offer calmer, less crowded experiences
- Animal areas can be a good break from ride excitement
- Be aware that some animal houses may be dark or have strong smells
- Check feeding times for a quieter viewing experience
Rides
- Check height, speed and intensity for each ride
- Show your child ride videos before visiting
- Let your child choose which rides they want to try
Noise
- Ride areas can be very loud with music and announcements
- Animal areas may be quieter
- Bring ear defenders
- Identify quieter areas for breaks
Smells
- Animal areas may have strong smells
- Food outlets create food smells
- Water rides may have chlorine or water treatment smells
- Be aware of sensory changes as you move between areas
Shows
- Check show times and plan whether to attend
- Shows can be loud and crowded
- Consider whether your child would enjoy or find shows overwhelming
- Identify exit points before the show starts
Food
- Check allergen information on the Chessington website
- Identify suitable food outlets on the map
- Consider bringing permitted food where necessary
Quiet Breaks
- Animal areas can offer quieter break spaces
- Identify quiet areas on the map
- Plan regular break times throughout the day
Toilets
- Check accessible toilet locations on the map
- Plan toilet stops into your route
Bramble with an I Need board — communication support for every theme park visit
Official Information
Always check the current official accessibility information before travelling. Details can change.
Chessington World of Adventures Resort accessibility information🎒 LARRY LINGO — MY THEME PARK DAY
Visual symbols for your theme park day. Tap to hear Larry say it, or print the whole pack to take with you.
🦁 These symbols work with Larry Lingo™, Say It With Larry™ and your Parent Dashboard. Create a custom Theme Park Board in your Parent Dashboard.
📋 VISUAL DAY PLAN
Build a visual timetable for your theme park day. Add, remove and reorder steps. Save and print.
Bramble and Mossy high-fiving — celebrating a successful theme park day
🔄 OOPS! THE PLAN CHANGED.
Theme parks are unpredictable. A ride may close, break down, have a huge queue, or stop because of weather. Use this tool with your child to navigate changes together.
Our Plan Changed
Our plan changed.
🦁 This tool could be extremely useful for children who find unexpected changes difficult. Practice it at home before your visit so it's familiar.
