CHESSINGTON World of Adventures has proven its dedication to the younger members of the family by opening a new major area specially created for two to eight-year-olds.

Enter the dragon's lair and enjoy a magical adventure in a land where bouncing baby dragons play.

First stop for little humans in the Land of the Dragons is an indoor play paradise of puzzles, games, mazes and soft play activities over two mammoth floors. Next to the play area is a caf for adults to refuel with a range of hot and cold refreshments.

Then it's onwards and upwards to the treetop scramble, with its rope ladders, wooden bridges and hidden routes to the little dragons' amazing secret tree-top lair.

You can also meet the mischievous dragon duo that star in the puppet show throughout the day.

Then hang on to your hats for a dazzling but dizzying journey across the choppy waters of the two family boat rides.

Finally, there's a fantastic ride with a spectacular spin in its tail. The fiery frenzy of Dragon's Fury curls around the mystical realm and takes guests on a thrilling journey of twists, turns, dips and dives.

But don't forget, there's still a whole world of adventures outside the Land of the Dragons!

At Hocus Pocus Hall you can expect chills, thrills, scares and surprises with spooky goings on in a 4-D walk-through experience.

Home to a wacky wizard, it's a gothic mansion packed to the rafters with mischievous goblins and no-good ghosts.

There are quick-fire challenges in Tomb Blaster and madcap mayhem in Beanoland with Dennis the Menace, Gnasher and the rest of the gang.

While in Toytown, the littlest adventurers can be put in the driving seat on Toadies Crazy Cars.

They can also experience the Berry Bouncers, Tiny Truckers, Flying Jumbos and Safari Skyway.

In Animal Land there's a jungle adventure not to be missed, with themed animal enclosures, viewing windows and some of the world's most spectacular species.

Then there's the fangtastic family roller coaster - Vampire. With a height limit of just 1.1 metre (the average four-year-old) it's a great way for little vamps to cut their first coaster teeth. Riders are suspended in the jaws of a vampire bat, their legs dangling free, as they swoop over the treetops and soar through the sky.

Proving their commitment to family fun this year, Chessington are offering a free child's ticket for every paying adult. Adult (12 years and over) tickets cost £26, child (four to 11 inclusive) tickets are £18, and admission for under-fours is free. For more information, call 0870 4447777 or visit www.chessington.com