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Quality Assured to BS EN ISO 9001
Playdale is quality assured to BS EN ISO 9001, which demonstrates our ability to monitor and control all of our operations consistently. We offer high quality products, sold with a friendly, professional service.

Certified to BS EN 1176
The complete range of playground equipment manufactured by Playdale has been independently tested by the British Standards Institution and now carries the prestigious Kitemark as proof of compliance to the European Playground Safety Standard BS EN 1176.

The European Standard states that products should be certified. For peace of mind, always make sure you see the third party certificates.

The Kitemark - the Vital Difference
It gives you the confidence of knowing that a product really does meet the European Standard, following stringent testing by the British Standards Institution.

Tried and Tested
Each product is thoroughly tried and tested at our Lake District headquarters by ourselves and our children, as well as the British Standards Institution.

Satisfaction Guaranteed
Every product you buy is fully protected by guarantees - outlined in our technical guide.

Membership of the API
Playdale is a founder member of the Association of Play Industries, with representation on the Executive Committee.

Free Playground Planning and Design Service
Our free Playground Planning and Design Service includes site meetings, our CAD service and all playground plans, visuals and presentations.

Quotations and Presentations
We will present a detailed quotation package with guarantees and the relevant test certificates to prove compliance to current safety standards.

Parts Delivery
Most spare parts are in stock, and readily available. So you don't have to wait 28 days for delivery with Playdale.

In-house Installation Teams
Our own fully-trained, permanent Installation Teams will ensure that your playground will be installed to the European Standard.

Dedicated Inspection and Maintenance Staff
Our dedicated Inspection and Maintenance staff are also experienced installers, and are available to offer quick service.

Installation, Inspections and Maintenance Schedules
A comprehensive support pack is provided for all products in accordance with European Standard requirements, including detailed installation, inspection and maintenance schedules.

Post-Installation Inspection
Should you require a post-installation inspection, we are happy for this to be carried out by one of the independent experts in this field.

Clearly Labelled Products
As demanded by the European Standard, all Playdale playground equipment is clearly marked with the product reference number and year of supply. The Kitemark is also clearly displayed. Make sure all products are correctly labelled by the supplier.

Over 20 year's Experience
With Playdale you can be confident you are working with a well-established, reputable company. We have been building playgrounds for over 20 years and are one of the leading British playground equipment manufacturers.

A Family Run Business
Playdale is part of the Croasdale Family Group, owned and run by John Croasdale and his sister Gillian, who represent the ninth generation of Croasdales to have worked in forestry and allied timber trades since 1735.

Come and see our new Factory and Offices
We are now firmly established in our new purpose-built factory and offices. If you are in the Lake District you are welcome to come and see us - there will always be someone here to look after you and show you round.

Committed to our Primary Aim
'To develop, manufacture and install safe and exciting outdoor play equipment, providing quality, value, innovation, fun and challenge for our customers, for our people, and above all for children and teenagers'

Company Values
All of our people are focused on a clear set of values. They will help you to appreciate the kind of company we really are.

The Customer Comes First
At Playdale the customer always comes first. Our "Customer Back-up and Technical Support Service" has been designed to help both during and after installation. We believe in providing a friendly, personal service to ensure you are completely satisfied.

Friendly and Knowledgeable Staff
Our staff are friendly, well informed about our products and are fully trained to help our customers and to ensure your complete satisfaction.

What our customers say about us
We are happy to provide references from our customers.

Questions or Suggestions
We always do our best to help rectify any problems, and if you have any suggestions as to how we could improve our service you can be assured that we will follow up your comments immediately.