Mojang Studios Partners with Merlin Entertainments to Bring Minecraft World Theme Park to Chessington in 2027
In a groundbreaking collaboration for fans of the iconic sandbox game, Mojang Studios and Merlin Entertainments have announced the forthcoming opening of Minecraft World, a dedicated theme park land set to debut at Chessington World of Adventures in the United Kingdom in 2027.
The news was made official during Minecraft LIVE 2026 and marks a significant investment in expanding the ever-popular Minecraft franchise beyond digital boundaries.
A Major Leap for the Minecraft Franchise
Minecraft, developed by Mojang Studios, is one of the best-selling video games of all time, and its global appeal has seen it evolve into a cultural phenomenon, spanning platforms like the Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices.
This latest venture sees Mojang Studios joining forces with Merlin Entertainments, Europe’s leading location-based entertainment company, to develop a £50 million Minecraft-themed land at Chessington—one of the UK’s most celebrated family attractions.
A New Level of Immersive Experience
The Minecraft World expansion at Chessington World of Adventures promises to deliver an array of attractions and experiences that bring the creative spirit of the game to life.
Visitors can look forward to the world’s first-ever Minecraft rollercoaster, the largest official Minecraft shop, Minecraft-themed dining, interactive adventures, and bespoke block-built play areas.
The partnership between Mojang and Merlin aims to craft an environment where guests of all ages can explore, build, and immerse themselves in an Overworld adventure on a grand scale.
Speaking on the milestone, Torfi Frans Ólafsson, Minecraft’s Senior Creative Director of Entertainment, emphasized the significance of the new theme park land: "Minecraft World is a significant achievement in our ongoing efforts to expand the Minecraft universe beyond the screen," he stated. Ólafsson highlighted the dedication of both teams to ensure an authentic, immersive, and welcoming experience for Minecraft fans and their families worldwide.
Angela Jobson, Senior Vice President of Global Brand at Merlin Entertainments, echoed this enthusiasm, remarking, "We are thrilled to bring the creative adventures and excitement of Minecraft to life within a theme park setting for the first time at Chessington World of Adventures." Jobson underscored the collaborative efforts to deliver an authentic world that resonates with the expansive Minecraft community.
Major Investment in Family Entertainment
Set for completion in 2027, Minecraft World represents a substantial investment for both Mojang Studios and Merlin Entertainments and is poised to become a cornerstone attraction at Chessington.
With interactive features and experiences crafted for play, exploration, and discovery, the park is expected to attract Minecraft fans from across the globe, building on the game’s established legacy within digital and physical entertainment.
Stay tuned for more updates as the partnership continues to develop this ambitious Minecraft World project at Chessington World of Adventures in the lead-up to its 2027 grand opening.
In a groundbreaking collaboration for fans of the iconic sandbox game, Mojang Studios and Merlin Entertainments have announced the forthcoming opening of Minecraft World, a dedicated theme park land set to debut at Chessington World of Adventures in the United Kingdom in 2027.
The news was made official during Minecraft LIVE 2026 and marks a significant investment in expanding the ever-popular Minecraft franchise beyond digital boundaries.
A Major Leap for the Minecraft Franchise
Minecraft, developed by Mojang Studios, is one of the best-selling video games of all time, and its global appeal has seen it evolve into a cultural phenomenon, spanning platforms like the Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices.
This latest venture sees Mojang Studios joining forces with Merlin Entertainments, Europe’s leading location-based entertainment company, to develop a £50 million Minecraft-themed land at Chessington—one of the UK’s most celebrated family attractions.
A New Level of Immersive Experience
The Minecraft World expansion at Chessington World of Adventures promises to deliver an array of attractions and experiences that bring the creative spirit of the game to life.
Visitors can look forward to the world’s first-ever Minecraft rollercoaster, the largest official Minecraft shop, Minecraft-themed dining, interactive adventures, and bespoke block-built play areas.
The partnership between Mojang and Merlin aims to craft an environment where guests of all ages can explore, build, and immerse themselves in an Overworld adventure on a grand scale.
Speaking on the milestone, Torfi Frans Ólafsson, Minecraft’s Senior Creative Director of Entertainment, emphasized the significance of the new theme park land: "Minecraft World is a significant achievement in our ongoing efforts to expand the Minecraft universe beyond the screen," he stated. Ólafsson highlighted the dedication of both teams to ensure an authentic, immersive, and welcoming experience for Minecraft fans and their families worldwide.
Angela Jobson, Senior Vice President of Global Brand at Merlin Entertainments, echoed this enthusiasm, remarking, "We are thrilled to bring the creative adventures and excitement of Minecraft to life within a theme park setting for the first time at Chessington World of Adventures." Jobson underscored the collaborative efforts to deliver an authentic world that resonates with the expansive Minecraft community.
Major Investment in Family Entertainment
Set for completion in 2027, Minecraft World represents a substantial investment for both Mojang Studios and Merlin Entertainments and is poised to become a cornerstone attraction at Chessington.
With interactive features and experiences crafted for play, exploration, and discovery, the park is expected to attract Minecraft fans from across the globe, building on the game’s established legacy within digital and physical entertainment.
Stay tuned for more updates as the partnership continues to develop this ambitious Minecraft World project at Chessington World of Adventures in the lead-up to its 2027 grand opening.