Chessington World of Adventures is among tourist attractions accused of taking children for a ride when it comes to healthy food and drink options.

The theme park scored poorly in a recent survey carried out by the Soil Association and children's food company Organix which sent in a secret mum' researcher earlier this summer to award marks for healthy food to 14 leading tourist attractions in England and Wales.

The venues were ranked according to their provision of a choice of basic, healthy food and drink options like fresh water and fruit, and the choice of a meal deal for children which included a portion of fruit and vegetables and a healthy drink.

Depressingly, only two of the 14 attractions scored over half marks.

Far from being the worst offender, Chessington came out fifth, but received a paltry six marks out of 25.

Lizzie Vann, founder of Organix, said: "Eating and drinking should be part of the attraction on a day out. And today's parents want healthy, good quality and organic choices.

"These attractions are putting children's health at risk - parents should vote with their feet and go elsewhere."

Commenting on this poor result, a Chessington World of Adventures spokeswoman said: "Given the irregular nature of most people's visits to a theme park, and the fact that it's regarded as a one or two-day treat, Chessington World of Adventures does not feel that we can take serious nutritional responsibility for our visitors while they are with us.

"That said, our own restaurants and kiosks offer everything from sandwiches to full meals as well as a wide range of snacks including fresh fruit - with menus based on visitor research and actual sales."

Top of the Good Food Heroes survey was the Eden Project in Cornwall scoring a massive 17/25 points.

Its food and beverage manager Jo Bates said: "To top this survey is really good news because we think very seriously about our food and are always looking at ways to improve what we offer.

"We are dedicated to producing healthy, tasty, nutritious food for our visitors and we're delighted it makes a difference to their visit."

Ranked second was the Tower of London, scoring 14/25 for its selection of home-made soups and lemonade.