If you need inspiration for a fun-filled family day out, there are several fantastic theme parks here in the UK, including Chessington World of Adventures. The park is home to more than 40 rides and attractions, along with a zoo and aquarium with over a thousand animals, and an on-site resort hotel.
At Chessington, you’ll also find the World’s first Jumanji-themed land, with exhilarating rides, along with the family favourite, Gruffalo River Ride Adventure. However we all know that family days out can quickly add up, which is why our team of deal hunters have been hard at work sourcing the best discounts and offers to help you save on Chessington tickets.
Save £37 by booking in advance
By booking in advance, you’ll save up to 56 per cent on your Chessington tickets, or around £37. Booking online slashes the price considerably on single-day tickets, which include entry to the theme park and the zoo. Online tickets start from £29, but if you were to buy walk-up tickets on the day, you’d pay upwards of £66.
If you’re planning to turn your trip to Chessington into a staycation, consider the great deals on overnight stays with park entry. These offers start from £54 per person, with entry to both the theme park and zoo, free breakfast, early ride access, free parking and hotel entertainment. You can choose from themed and standard rooms, which the kids will love (think Jumanji, Oreo, Capri-Sun, Gruffalo and Room on The Broom rooms). If you’ve got a little extra time to spare, Chessington’s overnight deals are a total steal.
Take advantage of Chessington’s student discount
If you’re still in education, Chessington World of Adventures offers an exclusive student discount to Student Beans members. Enjoy the on-site theme park, zoo and Sea Life Centre at a reduced rate of just £21 – that’s 31 per cent cheaper than the standard online day ticket cost and 68 per cent cheaper than the on-the-gate price.
Simply sign in or register with Student Beans to redeem your Chessington promo code and prebook your ticket online. On the day of your visit, you’ll need to present a valid student ID alongside your booking confirmation.
Get 20 per cent off with the Merlin holiday club
If you want to save extra, join the Merlin holiday club and get up to 20 per cent off your short breaks. Available to all Merlin annual pass holders, the holiday club gets you discounts on overnight stays in themed hotels, including the on-site safari and Azteca resort hotels, and glamping options. Short breaks must be booked through the Merlin website for this reduced rate to be applied.
All hotel stays at Chessington include a wild-themed room, free buffet breakfast, free parking, evening hotel entertainment, access to the Savannah Splash Pool, free Wi‑Fi and early access to the park between 9–10 am on selected dates.
Blue Light Card holders save £41 on Chessington tickets
Blue Light Card holders can take advantage of exclusive Chessington member days, offering theme park and zoo access for just £25 per person (a regular pre-booked ticket costs around £29).
For 2025, the discounted member days are scheduled for Sunday 9 November, Saturday 15 November and Sunday 16 November, between 10 am to 5 pm. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis by logging into your Blue Light Card account, searching for “Chessington member day” and booking your tickets through the link provided.
The £25 ticket fee covers both adults and children (under threes also need a ticket but entry is free), and includes complimentary parking and access to the zoo area. Accommodation must be booked separately, and these special offers are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Residents visit Chessington for free
If you live locally to Chessington World of Adventures, you may be eligible for free entry to the park, zoo and Sea Life Centre. If you have a KT9 1, KT9 2 or KT22 0 postcode, you can claim up to four free tickets and visit between 21 March and 2 November 2025.
To apply for your free tickets, email residentstickets@chessington.co.uk with proof of residence (such as a utility or council tax bill). You’ll then be issued a unique ticket code valid for up to four people from your household. Use this code to pre-book your visit online, but remember to use the same email address used for your application. Walk-up bookings aren’t accepted.
How we choose the best Chessington discount codes
The Independent’s deal-hunters are dedicated to finding you the best deals. We know how much our readers love family-friendly days out, and we’re always searching for new ways to help you save on your next trip, whether it’s at Chessington, Thorpe Park, National Trust sites or Parkdean caravan holidays.
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