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Diana Memorial Playground

Playground in London, England

Travel Tips

Ideal for a day out with toddlers, offering various play structures and a café nearby. 1

Best for kids under five; bring a picnic to enjoy in Kensington Gardens. 2

Can get busy, but worth the wait. Bring a change of clothes for kids as they might get wet. 3

Free entry, opens at 10am. Check the website for varying closing times. 4

Must-visit for families, offering a magical experience for children. 5

Introduction

Location

• 📍 Address: Kensington Gardens, Kensington, Greater London, W2 2UH, England.
• 🗺️ Coordinates: 51°30′33″N 0°11′18″W.
• 🏰 Nearby: Close to Kensington Palace, the former residence of Princess Diana.
• 🌳 Surroundings: Set against a backdrop of trees and plants, providing a tranquil environment.
• 🚶 Accessibility: Easily accessible via the Broad Walk of Kensington Gardens.

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Main Attractions

• ⛵ Pirate Ship: A full-scale wooden pirate ship serves as a climbing area for children.
• 🏖️ Sand Area: The pirate ship is surrounded by sand for additional play.
• 🎠 Play Equipment: Includes slides, swings, and tepees.
• 🌿 Sensory Trail: Designed for children with disabilities, featuring fragrant plants and sound elements.
• 🏡 Playhouses: Small houses and a village area for imaginative play.

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Accessibility

• ♿ Inclusive Design: Features areas for children with disabilities.
• 🌿 Sensory Elements: Includes fragrant plants and sound features for visually impaired children.
• 🚫 Not Wheelchair Friendly: The playground is not fully accessible for wheelchairs.
• 🚼 Baby Facilities: Toilets and baby changing facilities are available.
• 🚫 Pushchairs: Not pushchair friendly.

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Opening Hours

• 🕒 May-August: 10:00 AM - 7:45 PM.
• 🕒 April & September: 10:00 AM - 6:45 PM.
• 🕒 March & Early October: 10:00 AM - 5:45 PM.
• 🕒 February & Late October: 10:00 AM - 4:45 PM.
• 🕒 November-January: 10:00 AM - 3:45 PM.
• 🚫 Closed: December 25th.

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Admission and Supervision

• 🎟️ Free Admission: No entry fee required.
• 👶 Supervision: Only adults supervising children up to age 12 are admitted.
• 🚫 Unaccompanied Adults: Allowed entry only between 9:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
• ⏳ Queues: Can be long on busy days, especially in warm weather.
• 🕒 Queue Times: Waiting times can range from 15 minutes to one hour.

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Booking and Group Visits

• 📅 Large Groups: Must book in advance using the online booking system.
• 🎂 Birthday Parties: Not allowed inside the playground; can be held in the surrounding park area.
• 🏫 School Visits: Schools and large groups should book ahead.
• 👥 Group Size: Groups where the number of adults exceeds the number of children are not admitted.
• 🔗 Booking Link: Online Booking System.

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Visitor Tips

• 🧺 Picnics: Allowed in the surrounding park area.
• 🚭 No Smoking: Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted.
• 🚫 No Alcohol: Alcohol is not allowed in the playground.
• 🐕 Assistance Dogs: Only registered assistance dogs are permitted.
• 🚲 No Bicycles: Adult bicycles and cargo bikes are not allowed inside.

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Travel Information
📞   Phone: +44 300 061 2001
🕒   Hours: See hours
📍   Address: Kensington Gardens, Broad Walk, London W2 4RU, United Kingdom

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