A huge wooden Pirate ship is the amazing centrepiece of the Diana, Princess of Wales' Memorial Playground.

This children's wonderland opened on the 30th June 2000, in memory of the late Princess. Located next to her Kensington Palace home, the playground is a fitting tribute for a Princess who loved the innocence of childhood. Over 70,000 children enjoy this free playground each year. Kids love to play, explore, dash about, and let their imaginations soar in this magical space. There is a sensory trail, teepees, a beach around the pirate ship and various toys and play sculptures; all set against a lush backdrop of trees and plants. There's plenty of seating so the grownups can relax too.

Bayswater Road entrance to Kensington Gardens between Orme Square Gate and Black Lion Gate Alternatively take the tube to Kensington High Street and turn right out of the station and walk for 10 minutes to Palace Gate. Walk towards the palace buildings and turn right on to the Broad Walk. Continue up the path with the pond on your right to the top. The playground is at the top on the left.

If you've had fun on your family day out to Princess Diana Memorial Playground, tell us about it your visit, so other people will know it's a great place to go as well.

http://www.royalparks.gov.uk/parks/kensington_gardens/diana_playground.cfm