William III bought what was originally part of Hyde Park in 1689.
An asthma sufferer, the king found the location quiet and the air salubrious and so he commissioned Sir Christopher Wren to design the redbrick building that is Kensington Palace. Queen Anne enlarged the Palace Gardens by 'transferring' 30 acres from Hyde Park and was responsible for the creation of the Orangery in 1704.
The Gardens are particularly popular for sunbathing and picnics in fine weather. It is also popular as a healthy walking route to work for commuters. The paths are used extensively by joggers and runners. Cycling is allowed on the designated path linking the Queen's Gate to West Carriage Drive, Mount Gate to the Broadwalk and the broadwalk itself from Black Lion Gate to Palace Gate.
Informal games do take place in the Gardens but are discouraged in view of the importance of the historic landscape and the desire to maintain their primary role as a peaceful refuge for people living, working or visiting Central London.
The Diana, Princess of Wales' Memorial Playground is a fantastic adventure for kids up to the age of 12. Over 750,000 parents and children enjoy the playground each year. dianaplayground@royalparks.gsi.gov.uk
Information line: +44 (0)20 7298 2141
The park is open from 6am to dusk all year round. View the exact closing times.
By Tube:
Lancaster Gate & Queensway - Central Line
Bayswater - District Line
High Street Kensington - Circle and District Lines
By Bus:
9 Aldwych - Hammersmith
10 Hammersmith - Kings Cross
27 Chalk Farm -Turnham Green
28 Harrow Road (Prince of Wales) - Wandsworth
31 Notting Hill Gate - Camden Town
49 Shepherd's Bush - Wandsworth
52 Victoria - Willesden
70 South Kensington - Acton
94 Piccadilly Circus- Acton Green
148 Victoria - Shepherd's Bush
274 Angel Islington - Lancaster Gate
360 Elephant and Castle - Royal Albert Hall
390 Notting Hill Gate - Archway
Parking is available for disabled drivers at Queen's Gate or along West Carriage Drive in the designated bays. Postcode for electronic device users is W2 2UH, but note this is for guidance only as the gardens cover a large area.
Many people enjoy picnics in the parks. We have put together a document to help you plan your picnic in the park.
Kensington Gardens Office, The Magazine Storeyard, Magazine Gate, Kensington Gardens, London W2 2UH
Tel +44 (0)300 061 2000
Fax +44 (0)20 7724 2826
Email:
kensington@royalparks.gsi.gov.uk
In an emergency phone 999
A non-emergency within the Royal Parks call 101
You can also report a crime online at www.online.met.police.uk
William III bought what was originally part of Hyde Park in 1689.
An asthma sufferer, the king found the location quiet and the air salubrious and so he commissioned Sir Christopher Wren to design the redbrick building that is Kensington Palace. Queen Anne enlarged the Palace Gardens by 'transferring' 30 acres from Hyde Park and was responsible for the creation of the Orangery in 1704.
The Gardens are particularly popular for sunbathing and picnics in fine weather. It is also popular as a healthy walking route to work for commuters. The paths are used extensively by joggers and runners. Cycling is allowed on the designated path linking the Queen's Gate to West Carriage Drive, Mount Gate to the Broadwalk and the broadwalk itself from Black Lion Gate to Palace Gate.
Informal games do take place in the Gardens but are discouraged in view of the importance of the historic landscape and the desire to maintain their primary role as a peaceful refuge for people living, working or visiting Central London.
The Diana, Princess of Wales' Memorial Playground is a fantastic adventure for kids up to the age of 12. Over 750,000 parents and children enjoy the playground each year. dianaplayground@royalparks.gsi.gov.uk
Information line: +44 (0)20 7298 2141
The park is open from 6am to dusk all year round. View the exact closing times.
By Tube:
Lancaster Gate & Queensway - Central Line
Bayswater - District Line
High Street Kensington - Circle and District Lines
By Bus:
9 Aldwych - Hammersmith
10 Hammersmith - Kings Cross
27 Chalk Farm -Turnham Green
28 Harrow Road (Prince of Wales) - Wandsworth
31 Notting Hill Gate - Camden Town
49 Shepherd's Bush - Wandsworth
52 Victoria - Willesden
70 South Kensington - Acton
94 Piccadilly Circus- Acton Green
148 Victoria - Shepherd's Bush
274 Angel Islington - Lancaster Gate
360 Elephant and Castle - Royal Albert Hall
390 Notting Hill Gate - Archway
Parking is available for disabled drivers at Queen's Gate or along West Carriage Drive in the designated bays. Postcode for electronic device users is W2 2UH, but note this is for guidance only as the gardens cover a large area.
Many people enjoy picnics in the parks. We have put together a document to help you plan your picnic in the park.
Kensington Gardens Office, The Magazine Storeyard, Magazine Gate, Kensington Gardens, London W2 2UH
Tel +44 (0)300 061 2000
Fax +44 (0)20 7724 2826
Email:
kensington@royalparks.gsi.gov.uk
In an emergency phone 999
A non-emergency within the Royal Parks call 101
You can also report a crime online at www.online.met.police.uk
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William III bought what was originally part of Hyde Park in 1689.
An asthma sufferer, the king found the location quiet and the air salubrious and so he commissioned Sir Christopher Wren to design the redbrick building that is Kensington Palace. Queen Anne enlarged the Palace Gardens by 'transferring' 30 acres from Hyde Park and was responsible for the creation of the Orangery in 1704.
The Gardens are particularly popular for sunbathing and picnics in fine weather. It is also popular as a healthy walking route to work for commuters. The paths are used extensively by joggers and runners. Cycling is allowed on the designated path linking the Queen's Gate to West Carriage Drive, Mount Gate to the Broadwalk and the broadwalk itself from Black Lion Gate to Palace Gate.
Informal games do take place in the Gardens but are discouraged in view of the importance of the historic landscape and the desire to maintain their primary role as a peaceful refuge for people living, working or visiting Central London.
The Diana, Princess of Wales' Memorial Playground is a fantastic adventure for kids up to the age of 12. Over 750,000 parents and children enjoy the playground each year. dianaplayground@royalparks.gsi.gov.uk
Information line: +44 (0)20 7298 2141
The park is open from 6am to dusk all year round. View the exact closing times.
By Tube:
Lancaster Gate & Queensway - Central Line
Bayswater - District Line
High Street Kensington - Circle and District Lines
By Bus:
9 Aldwych - Hammersmith
10 Hammersmith - Kings Cross
27 Chalk Farm -Turnham Green
28 Harrow Road (Prince of Wales) - Wandsworth
31 Notting Hill Gate - Camden Town
49 Shepherd's Bush - Wandsworth
52 Victoria - Willesden
70 South Kensington - Acton
94 Piccadilly Circus- Acton Green
148 Victoria - Shepherd's Bush
274 Angel Islington - Lancaster Gate
360 Elephant and Castle - Royal Albert Hall
390 Notting Hill Gate - Archway
Parking is available for disabled drivers at Queen's Gate or along West Carriage Drive in the designated bays. Postcode for electronic device users is W2 2UH, but note this is for guidance only as the gardens cover a large area.
Many people enjoy picnics in the parks. We have put together a document to help you plan your picnic in the park.
Kensington Gardens Office, The Magazine Storeyard, Magazine Gate, Kensington Gardens, London W2 2UH
Tel +44 (0)300 061 2000
Fax +44 (0)20 7724 2826
Email:
kensington@royalparks.gsi.gov.uk
In an emergency phone 999
A non-emergency within the Royal Parks call 101
You can also report a crime online at www.online.met.police.uk
