Playground · Kensington Gardens
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Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground
Reopened on 5 August 2026 after a £3 million renewal: a 17-by-12-metre wooden galleon moored on a sandy beach with crow's nests, a tunnel slide and a play kitchen below deck, all inspired by Peter Pan, plus a separate area for younger children.
| What | Playground |
|---|---|
| Ages | Adults are admitted only when supervising children up to the age of 12 (unaccompanied adults may look round 09:30–10:00). |
| Where | Kensington Gardens |
| Address | The Broad Walk, Kensington Gardens, London W2 4RU |
| Season and hours | Late October: 10:00–16:45. November to January: 10:00–15:45. February: 10:00–16:45. |
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Checked on royalparks.org.uk, openstreetmap.org, October 2026. Check seasons and hours with the place before you go.
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