Chessington World of Adventures will allow visitors into the park after hours this Saturday for a wild fundraising event.

‘Roar and Explore’ will open at 6.30pm, after the park first closes, and end at 9.30pm.

Activities will include a sunset ride on the Zufari trail, to see African animals such as giraffe, rhinos, ostriches, zebras and different species of antelope.

Visitors will also be able to visit the zoo and see the new lion cubs before they go to bed, watch animal presentations, take part in an auction and go on the many rides in the park.

Food will be available from the American-style Smokehouse BBQ and Bar.

The event is being run to raise funds for the Chessington Conservation Fund, which has raised £400,000 since its launch in 2011.

The fund aims to protect wildlife in places like Ecuador and Zimbabwe, as well as educate communities locally and abroad.

Tickets are £7 per person, and under-5s go free.

Capacity is limited. To book visit chessington.com/roar.