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Chessington is launching four new rides this year including one featuring Elmer the elephant

CHESSINGTON World of Adventures has announced that it's launching two new wildlife-themed attractions this year.

The theme park is opening a new Rainforest land as well as a ride inspired by Elmer the elephant.

 Chessington is getting a brand new Elmer ride
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Chessington is getting a brand new Elmer rideCredit: Chessington World of Adventures

The Rainforest is the 11th land to open in the theme park and is inspired by its work with the conservation charity World Land Trust (WLT).

It will feature three separate rides, all aimed at educating the park's young guests about the importance of saving the world's rainforests.

There's Jungle Rangers, a driving ride where guests can explore rainforests from around the world by road.

River Rafts is a mini log flume ride where kids get to see the forests by water.

And finally, from the treetop canopy attraction Treetop Hoppers, they will be able to spot animals like tortoises and capybaras.

 Rainforest will be the 11th land to join the theme park
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Rainforest will be the 11th land to join the theme parkCredit: Chessington World of Adventures
 Elmer's Flying Jumbos is based on the popular kids' book
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Elmer's Flying Jumbos is based on the popular kids' bookCredit: Chessington World of Adventures

Chessington is also getting its first ride inspired by Elmer the patchwork elephant.

Elmer's Flying Jumbos is an aerial carousel ride featuring different coloured elephants.

Kids will be able to soar over the forests while sitting in their favourite elephant.

hasn't confirmed the exact opening date of the new attractions yet, but said they will be launching in 2020.

Tickets cost £29.50 if you book online before you go.

Alton Towers has just announced that its new David Walliams attraction will feature a Gangsta Granny ride.

We also revealed some of the other top attractions that are coming to the UK this year.

And for those heading to the US, there are some great rides and rollercoasters launching this year as well.

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