Powis Square
Powis Square is a small open square containing a free hard play area and children’s play area.
The park is open:
- September to March, 7.30am to dusk
- April to August, 8am to 8pm
Closing times are displayed at all entrances. Some gates may close up to 20 minutes ahead of the advertised closing time.
- Powis Square, W11
- What3words: effort.claims.client (Powis Square entrance)
Accessible entrances
Level access to the park can be found at:
- Powis Square
- Colville Terrace
Park rules
Our park rules include:
- barbecues are not permitted in the park
- events and professional photography need permission
- no cycling in the park
Find further information about our Park rules.
Facilities
- Two playgrounds: under 5 and ages 5 to 14 years
- Basketball court
- Seating
History of Powis Square
In the mid-20th century, after World War 2, the area settled down to more conventional building. The planning was entrusted to Thomas Allom. He leased the land to W.K. Jenkins, whose roots in the Welsh Marches are remembered in the name Powis Square as the square was named after Powis Castle, a medieval military stronghold in Wales.
In the 1960s there was a series of ‘break-ins’ and a march on the Town Hall by mothers and children. This lead Kensington and Chelsea to buy the square in 1968.
Contact us
- telephone: 020 7361 3000
- email: [email protected]
The Stable Yard
Holland Park
Ilchester Place
London
W8 6LU
Last updated: 16 July 2025