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Minecraft World to open at Chessington World of Adventures
- On Saturday at Minecraft Live 2026, Mojang Studios and Merlin Entertainments announced Minecraft World, a permanent Greater London theme park opening in 2027 inside Chessington World of Adventures.
- Mojang and Merlin are partnering to translate Minecraft into a physical destination, with executives saying the movie's success inspired creating immersive in-real-life attractions.
- Planned attractions include a world-first Minecraft roller coaster, epic block-built playscapes, themed retail and dining, within a 50 million budget.
- Company statements say the park will let friends and families play, explore and craft together while generating revenue through themed retail and dining, positioning Chessington as a major destination in 2027.
- Alongside the park, short-term activations include a May pop-up and the Tiny Takeover update arriving on March 24, with the movie sequel set for July 23, 2027.
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In 2027, Minecraft World, a theme park entirely dedicated to the popular game Minecraft, will open in the United Kingdom. The area will be added to Chessington World of Adventures, located near London. You will be fully immersed in the Minecraft world in both the attractions and the dining options.
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