"The centrepiece? A spectacular life-size galleon that's travelled over the North Sea to reach Kensington, loaded onto another, more-seaworthy vessel. The 12-metre tall ship was made in Frasdorf, Germany, by Bavarian specialists in wooden play equipment, and is made from larch wood from the nearby Alps."
"Andy Williams, park manager for Kensington Gardens, has said that he's thrilled with the new arrival: 'Children can be the captain of their own ship and let their imaginations soar when the playground reopens.'"
"It was first built in 2000 to honour Diana, Princess of Wales after she passed away three years earlier - it was decided that the famously approachable 'People's Princess' would be best honoured by creating a space that kids could enjoy, instead of a dull public statue."
Kensington's Princess Diana Memorial Playground, popular among children, has been closed for renovations costing £3 million. A life-size galleon, made from larch wood in Germany, is the new centerpiece. The ship features two crow's nests, a tunnel slide, and rigging. Park manager Andy Williams expressed excitement about the galleon's arrival, emphasizing children's imaginative play. The reopening is anticipated this summer, but a specific date is not yet confirmed. Donations are still being sought to support the refurbishment, which honors Princess Diana's legacy by creating a joyful space for children.
Read at Time Out London
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