Recommended by Tamara Lohan

Princess Diana Memorial Playground, London

Address The Broad Walk, London, W2 4, UK? Map, Location Map placement is approximate, Cost Free, Open May–August: 10am–7.45pm; April & September: 10am–6.45pm; March & early October: 10am–5.45pm; February & late October: 10am–4.45pm; November –January: 10am–3.45pm, Tube Lancaster Gate, Queensway, Bayswater, High Street Kensington Website

A playground that has something for all ages, the Diana Memorial playground is a child’s fantasy come true – there’s a life size pirate ship complete with masts and sails as well as sand pits, swings and the ilk. A café and, of course, the rest of Hyde Park, including the Serpentine lake makes this a great day-trip. Picnicking on the grass in the summer under the trees, Tom and I really enjoyed this park.

Situated in the middle of Hyde Park (the closest entrance is the North Western Gate but is also not far from Kensington High Street entrance)