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Kids' rides at Chessington World of Adventures: full list of rollercoasters for young children

Here are all the rides suitable for younger children at Chessington World of Adventures in Surrey.

A father and son on Sea Dragons rides

Merlin

Published: July 30, 2025 at 2:43 PM

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Just outside London, you'll find an exciting world, full of animals, thrills and brand-new learning opportunities.

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Chessington World of Adventures is full of everything you could possibly want to learn and experience about animals; but it also boasts a wide range of rollercoasters and rides.

If you want to get your blood pumping, there are plenty of chances to do just that, with thrill-seeking rides like Mandrill Mayhem, Vampire and Croc Drop.

But what about when it comes to more tame attractions for the younger kids?

With attractions like The Gruffalo River Ride Adventure, and the exciting launch of Paw Patrol Land (opening in 2026), it may not surprise you to hear that Chessington World of Adventures is chock-full of rides suitable for kids.

We've put together a list of every child-friendly ride in the park to help you plan your visit with the little ones.

You can find more of the best days out and family experiences on Made For Mums Love to Visit. Plus, check out the best rides at LEGOLAND Windsor. and the best rides for kids at Alton Towers.

Does Chessington World of Adventures have rides for children?

A pirate themed kids ride in Chessington with small boats

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Yes, Chessington World of Adventures has rides for many ages, including very young kids. Their height restrictions start at 90cm – typically the height of children aged 2-3 – but this doesn't necessarily mean that children under 90cm cannot ride, just that they must ride with an adult.

The next step up is rides for children between 110 and 130cm – usually for kids aged 5-10 – which are a little faster, but still have smaller swings and drops than the bigger rollercoasters. These include Ostrich Stampede and Mamba Strike.

Does Chessington World of Adventures have rides for toddlers?

Yes, as height restrictions only mean that smaller children must be accompanied by an adult, there are plenty of rides suitable for toddlers.

Full list of Chessington World of Adventures kids' rides

Family on The Gruffalo River Ride at Chessington World of Adventures

The Gruffalo River Ride at Chessington World of Adventures Merlin

No minimum height restrictions

Children under 90cm must ride with an adult

Must be 90cm to ride

Children under 1.1m must be accompanied by an adult

Must be 1.1m to ride

Children under 1.2m must be accompanied by an adult

Must be 1.2m to ride

Children under 1.3m must be accompanied by an adult

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You can also check out the best Chessington World of Adventures deals, as well as Thorpe Park kids' rides.

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