The Diana Memorial Fountain
The fountain was opened to the public in 2004 by the Queen. It was designed by American Landscape Architect Kathryn Gustafson and cost £3.4 million to build. There has been some controversy surrounding the site, when it was first opened people were allowed to access the water, however after a series of hospitalizations the fountain had to be closed and now acces to the water is no longer allowed. The fountain seems to have been another unfortunate victim of the 'health and saftey brigade' the site is patrolled by no fewer than six wardens making sure 'fun' is kept to a minimum. Even on a cold winters day there was very much a surveillance feel to the site. Several tarmac paths run though and around the fountain that do take away from its original form. In all I think the original concept of the fountain is great but the red tape thats followed since its construction has detracted from the initial vision of the fountain. However its still something that can be enjoyed and the fountain itself looks great.