2021 – 2022 Closed Season
The 2021 – 2022 closed season at Chessington World of Adventures was a period of rejuvenation and maintenance. As the park prepares for another thrilling year ahead. Despite the ongoing challenges, the park was committed to ensuring a fantastic experience for its visitors. Here’s a snapshot of the transformative changes that took place during this closed season:
- Park-Wide Renovations: One of the standout features of this closed season was the massive renovation work that swept across the park. The iconic Temple of Mayhem, the enchanting Forbidden Kingdom, and the whimsical Land of the Dragons all received significant facelifts.
- Revamped Eateries: The park also focused on enhancing the dining experience. The Adventure Point Pizza Pasta restaurant received a fresh coat of paint, adding vibrancy to the dining area. In Mexicana, the exterior of Tortilla was reworked. Replacing timbers and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for those looking to satisfy their culinary cravings.
- Croc Drop Upkeep: Maintenance extended to Croc Drop. Repair work was carried out on the exterior of the top theming elements. Ensuring the ride was in top shape to deliver spine-tingling experiences in the upcoming season.
- Ride Maintenance: As is customary during the closed season, extensive ride maintenance took place across the park. This ensured that the attractions were not only ready for action but also safe and reliable for all visitors.
Despite the challenges posed by the ever-changing global landscape, Chessington remained dedicated to delivering memorable moments and exciting adventures. The 2021 – 2022 closed season was a testament to the park’s commitment to maintaining and enhancing its offerings.
December 4th 2021
The closed season has begun and it is time for our first 2021 – 2022 update. With Winter’s Tail now well underway we took a trip to the park to see what has changed. Ride strip down has commenced, with Jungle Bus and Monkey Swinger dismantled. Work is ongoing with Monkey Swinger, with the ride fully dismantled and undergoing testing.
Also in Wild Asia, work has taken place on repainting parts of the area’s theme. Repainting work has begun on Banyan’s band of elephants. And work has also started on repainting the entrance of Monkey Swinger.
They've stowed Seastorm's ride arms away from the attraction, and active work is clearly underway on the ride's main hub. They've removed the vehicles entirely and are working tirelessly to refurbish the ride, guaranteeing it's in peak condition for the upcoming season.
Scaffolding now surrounds the windmill tower in Land of the Dragons. With the windmill itself removed. It looks as though work will commence soon on repairing and tidying up the spire. Sea Dragons have had their boats removed and its maintenance work seems to be progressing well.
Croc Drop has had the station floor removed and work has begun on stripping down the ride vehicle. They've constructed scaffolding inside the crocodile's mouth, indicating that work is likely underway to repair the damage to the croc.
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January 15th 2022
To the untrained eye, there wasn't a lot to see during our latest update. But rest assured. We've got all the latest news. Work is progressing well around the park on ride maintenance. Work is ongoing to replace a broken sprocket on Vampire, and Seastorm is taking shape ahead of the theme park season. They've erected scaffolding in Land of the Dragons. With scenic painters spotted fixing up parts of the Dragon's Playhouse facade. Large amounts of repair and painting are ongoing elsewhere in the resort too.
They are actively repainting the facade of Temple Of Mayhem, making visible progress on this exciting renovation. We catch a glimpse of the implementation of a brighter colour scheme. In Mexicana, the team is actively fixing up and recladding the Tortilla building. And work is also carrying on on Rattlesnake, with the trains, all removed from the track.
As you can see, there is a lot of work going on to fix up tired areas of the park this closed season. We look forward to seeing these works progress!
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January 29th 2022
With large amounts of work still ongoing around the park, this 2021 - 2022 update gives us a better insight into what's been happening.
It's safe to say that Chessington has been a hive of activity over the past few weeks. With much of Adventure Point Pizza & Pasta now sporting a fresh coat of paint. Work seems to be ongoing, however.
The cladding work in Mexicana is continuing. With the Tortilla building now mostly reclad and work in some areas beginning on repainting the new timber cladding.
So, Chessington has certainly gone to town on refurbishments for this closed season. Works look to be complete on rejuvenating the Temple of Mayhem. As well as fixing up and repainting the worn-out features of rock work in Land of the Dragons. It's clear to see that Chessington has developed a penchant for paint and is working hard to repair and fix up large parts of the park this closed season. Where could be next?
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February 12th 2022
With the closed season rapidly coming to a close. Chessington Buzz took a tour alongside senior park management to check out the changes in store for us ahead of the 2022 season.
The biggest changes are however in the Forbidden Kingdom and Wild Asia. The Forbidden Kingdom looks fresh and new. With the entire main street receiving a repaint and repairs to the scenery. The land looks sensational once more.
Over in Wild Asia, big changes have taken place in the Temple of Mayhem, with the entire facade having a fresh coat of paint and a new colour scheme. Bringing this ride back to life and also adding some colour back into the area. Over in Land of the Tiger, Tiger Rock is getting a new queue line. The old timber is being replaced with composite fencing to extend its life. Helping keep it fresh.
Things are certainly looking up for Chessington. With repair works ongoing through the park and rides now coming to the end of their maintenance works we cannot wait to head back soon to see what else has changed.
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