Chessington - any top tips?

[bodiddly]

I am thinking of taking ds to Chessington on our Merlin Pass this week. I know it is going to be stupidly busy but it is the only time I am off with him. We have never been before ... does anyone have any tips as to what rides to head for first etc? Ds is 5 and loves the big rides unfortunately!

Also, if I carry a bag with me am I going to be able to take it on the rides etc or is there anywhere to store them? I am new to going to these places without someone else so haven't got a clue!

thats great ... I have a friend that lives in Cheshire .. not a million miles away from Alton Towers so may try that some time. I remember going to Warwick Castle once on a trip from Uni - you will have a fab time!

I took ds to London Aquarium last month when I first got the passes ... will do London Eye in September or October probably. I have a feeling we will make quite a few trips to legoland and chessington - definitely going to get our monies worth!