Adventure Point

Adventure Point sits right on the doorstep of Chessington World of Adventures Resort, which is handy if you're already in the area with kids in tow. It's a modest outdoor play area rather than a major draw in itself - the sort of place you'll spot and think "right, let's burn off some energy for twenty minutes" rather than plan a journey around.

The setup is fairly standard: climbing frames, slides, swings, and a bit of space for children to run about. It works best for under-tens who still find basic equipment entertaining. Older kids will likely exhaust its potential in under half an hour. The proximity to Chessington World means families staying at the resort can use it as a quick filler between theme park visits, which is its real purpose.

If you're camping at Polyapes Scout Campsite or exploring the broader Chessington area, Adventure Point is worth knowing about as a free option to tire out restless children. The lack of admission fees is a genuine plus - though you'll want to check current opening hours before turning up, as information online is sparse.

It's not a destination in itself. Come here because you're already local, because the kids need a break from being strapped into rides, or because you want a no-cost half-hour outdoors. On a grey Tuesday afternoon in term time, you might have the whole place to yourself. On a sunny Saturday, it'll be rammed with sticky-fingered toddlers. Neither version is particularly special, but it does what it says on the tin.