Chessington World of Adventures evacuated after 'threat made against park'
Chessington World of Adventures in the UK was evacuated and closed following a security threat. Emergency services attended the scene, and the park advised guests to seek alternative arrangements at other attractions.
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Public safety incidents at major theme parks disrupt local tourism and raise concerns regarding security protocols at high-traffic venues.
The park evacuation saw thousands spill out of one exit alone, a park-goer claimed (Picture: PETER MACDIARMID 2026)
Chessington World of Adventures Resort was abruptly evacuated and later closed after receiving a ‘threat’.
The theme park in Chessington, about 12 miles south west of London, confirmed the closure in an Instagram story this afternoon.
The park said: ‘Chessington World of Adventures Resort is currently closed. Guests due to visit today are advised that tickets are being accepted at LEGOLAND Windsor or alternatively, you can contact our Customer Services team after 2pm today.
‘We apologise for any inconvenience caused and will provide a further update as soon as possible.’
Chessington Buzz, a social media account covering the theme park, said there had been a ‘parkwide evacuation’.
‘And, as is often standard,’ it added on X, emergency services attended.
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