The wait is nearly over for Thorpe Park fans as the famous theme park is set to open for the 2017 season.

Closed over the winter months for maintenance works and a refresh, the Chertsey venue will reopen to the public on Thursday (March 23).

The entrance to Thorpe Park has been given a dazzling refurbishment and Thorpe Park-goers will notice the wooden cladding, quirky furnishings and a fun feel.

Staff wanted to return the Dome to its classic roots of being a nostalgic and family friendly theme park.