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Chessington World of Adventures, a major theme park near London, was evacuated and closed on Sunday after a reported threat. The Metropolitan Police attended the scene and assessed the situation, concluding that there were no security issues. The park, which attracts 1.5 million visitors annually, advised guests to visit Legoland Windsor or contact customer services for updates. The hotel is set to reopen on Monday, with the resort following on Saturday. The park's management emphasized the priority of guest and staff safety and thanked everyone for their understanding and support.
The evacuation and closure followed a security incident, which has since been resolved according to the park's management. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the threat was assessed and found to be non-credible, with no wider risk to the public. The park's management expressed gratitude for the patience and understanding of their guests and praised their teams for their swift response and support.
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