This week, the playground reopened after an impressive £3 million revamp, with one key change being that it’s now much more accessible. The space has been more inclusively redesigned for children with different needs, including wheelchair-accessible spaces and slides.

‘This playground has been thoughtfully designed so that children of all abilities and interests can find something that appeals to them,’ Andy Williams, park manager for Kensington Gardens, told Pro Landscaper. ‘Children can once again splash, swing, climb and hide in this almost two-acre playground set amongst sub-tropical planting.’

Created around the theme of Peter Pan, the playground centres on a huge ‘Galleon’ pirate ship, which stands at 12 metres tall. There’s also a treehouse and crocodile waterplay area (which will be flooded once the hosepipe ban is lifted) and plenty of places for children to slide, climb and play.

 

The playground opened in 2000 and was enjoyed for more than 20 years before it closed for a much-needed regeneration. The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground is located in Kensington Gardens, London, and is free to use during opening hours.