Thursday, 16th January 2020 4:07 pm
From Ancient Greece to modern-day, swings have developed and taken on many different forms throughout the centuries. No matter the shape or material, swings have become one of the most recognisable features of a playground. This firm favourite is designed to include all ages and abilities and holds many fond memories for parents and grandparents […]
Read moreThe inclusion of SEN school playground equipment can have a positive impact and provide a sense of freedom for children with special educational needs (SEN). It combines structured and free play to improve social skills, promote self-confidence and provide sensory stimulation for all children. From a recent installation at Ganton School, Hull we received the […]
Read morePlaydale is a global play provider making smiles in over 49 countries around the world! We are proud to be one of the few British owned manufacturing companies in the children’s outdoor playground equipment industry. From Emerging Exporter to the Board of Trade Award it’s great to be recognised for all the hard work and dedication […]
Read morePhil Jackson once said ‘The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.’ Teams made up of Playdale staff took part in a fun-filled afternoon full of tactical mind games, physical challenges and lots of laughs! The aim of this event was to bring all Playdale staff […]
Read moreAs consumers grow more conscious of the environment, customers want to support businesses that engage in eco-friendly practices. Here at Playdale we are always looking for better ways to deal with our waste, both economically and environmentally whilst reducing our carbon footprint. Heating & Lighting Playdale HQ A warm office is a happy office (especially […]
Read moreIt’s a well-known fact that as well as being fun, physical activity is not a break from learning, it’s also an investment in improving academic performance. In July 2019 the Department for Education (DfE) released a School Sport and Activity Action Plan to promote a joint approach to the physical activity and mental well-being of […]
Read more‘Natural’ and ‘outdoor feeling’ are words that come to mind when thinking about wooden playground equipment. Within our industry, we get asked many questions regarding timber products. Some of our most frequently asked questions include ‘Is timber vandal proof?’, ‘Does using timber have any implications on the environment?’, ‘do you provide wooden playground equipment for […]
Read moreNew research by the Association of Play Industries Play Must Stay campaign has revealed that 35% of parents have experienced closure or neglect of their local playground. The provision of safe, accessible and stimulating community playgrounds is not a luxury and for so many children, they are essential to their current and future health. Therefore, […]
Read moreThe exciting and innovative design of multi-play towers is part of a new wave of imaginative playground equipment. Multi-tower play units were originally introduced in the 1950s, since then they have transformed in their design and safety. The introduction of the modular multi-play tower has revolutionised the way we think about play equipment. The innovations […]
Read moreFollowing the success of previous Playdale charity events, we decided to do it again! Teams made up of Playdale staff, and local keen golfers spent a happy afternoon putting, pitching and driving as they took part in a charity golf event to raise funds for the amazing St Mary’s Hospice. A fantastic £1085 was raised. […]
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