Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground
Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground
  • Kids | Playgrounds
  • Kensington

Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground

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Time Out says

This commemorative play area is easily the best bit of Kensington Gardens for a child. The popular playground for kids aged up to 12 now includes a sea monster sculpture, giant swing, turtle drum, storyteller's chair and tree carving by Daniel Cordell. Created in 2000, the area's main attraction is still the vast wooden pirate ship sailing a sea of sand. When children tire of competing for control of the ship's wheel and escapades involving cabins, pulleys and ropes there is a trio of tepees and a tree-house encampment with walkways, ladders, slides and ‘tree phones’ to provide inspiration for other imaginative games, and delightful play-sculptures hidden among the greenery that makes the place a treat for adults, too. Much of the equipment has been designed for use by children with special needs, including those in wheelchairs. 

The provision of loos, nappy-changing facilities and a café makes this a place where it's easy to hang out for hours. There’s also plenty of seating for parents, and unaccompanied adults aren’t allowed in. A programme of free entertainment includes visits by clowns and storytelling sessions; check the website for details. Time your visit carefully as the playground can get very busy at the weekend if the weather's fine. 

Details

Address
Nr Black Lion Gate
Broad Walk
London
W2 2UH
Transport:
Tube: Bayswater
Price:
Admission free
Opening hours:
Open Summer 10am-7.45pm daily. Winter 10am-dusk daily
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