Timber Equipment

Looking to get started on your playground project, but feeling a bit stuck? Take a look at the checklist below and start moving your project forward with confidence.   Step 1 – Start with your expert playground consultation Every great playground starts with a conversation. At the beginning of your project, there are lots of […]

Make the most of your budget with our exclusive spring offer – designed to maximise value while improving your local play spaces. For a limited time only, when you order any three selected pieces of playground equipment before the 31st March 2026, you’ll receive the cheapest item free. Perfect for Local Authorities: Perfect for Schools […]

We all know the feeling – the sinking dread of realising your child is the only one not in fancy dress as you turn up at the school gates. Between our increasingly busy lives and our kids forgetting to tell us about the countless dress-up and event days, it’s no wonder parents are starting to […]

Barry Leahey MBE, President of Playdale Playground has been honoured with a prestigious 20-year Long Service Award for his exceptional leadership, resilience, and unwavering dedication to the business. In 2004 Barry joined the Playdale team as Marketing and Sales Director,  leading an unparalleled transformation that catapulted the company from challenges to worldwide prominence. His strategic […]

Playdale Staff Brave the Dark & Cold for Charity Despite the freezing temperatures, the dedicated staff members of Playdale, stepped out on Wednesday, 13th December, to raise awareness for the NSPCC’s annual Christmas fundraising walk, known as Walk for Children. This event raises awareness and funds to support the NSPCC’s vital work in protecting and […]

Contact Us Today Discuss your project with our Sales Team by filling in the below form. The Perfect Leisure Playground Partner If you own a holiday park, a tourist attraction, or operate in the hospitality sector, investing in a play area can significantly improve and enrich the customer experience, encourage customer loyalty, and boost repeat […]

Playdale Celebrates National Recognition It was an exciting week for Playdale! Our President, Barry Leahey MBE, received an invitation to appear on the Nigel Farage show, to discuss the exceptional achievements of our playground manufacturing company since Brexit’s implementation. This opportunity allowed us to showcase our impressive growth and highlight the importance of adaptability and […]

Here are 6 easy steps to be ready for the summer or the new academic year! Step 1: Find inspiration!  Download our catalogue (virtual or printed) to find your perfect timber playground inspiration. Here’s some of our best sellers : Step 2: Meet your local Playdale Area Manager ! Next, without any obligation, meet your […]

Save up to 18% with Playdale Lite! Our ever-expanding Playdale Lite ranges bring the same incredible variety, quality and repeat play value as our core Jukebox, and Little Hamlets Plus ranges while typically costing 15% less, therefore making them ideal for a wider range of playground projects. Why Choose Playdale Lite? ✔Same high-quality materials ✔No compromise on play […]

Outdoor musical instruments let children enjoy the magic of music outdoors. They have the ability to stimulate many areas of development and enhance play experiences, whether educational or just for fun. Here are five significant benefits of integrating musical instruments into your school’s outdoor learning and play setting. Music gives a soul to the universe, […]

Adventure trails or trim trails or  are really exciting pieces of playground equipment that provide endless hours of entertainment and fun. Children enjoy the spontaneity of jumping on and off each module and the challenge of completing the obstacle course. They encourage physical, social, emotional and imaginative development. All of these amazing skills develop while […]

Playdale’s playgrounds are hardwearing thanks to their high-quality stainless steel and timber construction, as well as expert engineering and installation. However, no playground stays pristine forever – and after considerable play from excitable children, you must do your due diligence by inspecting and maintaining your playground. Read on for expert tips from our skilled playground […]

Take an insider look at how the installation process will be performed when installing your new play equipment with Playdale. Identifying and assessing the site Playdale has installed playgrounds for small sites, large sites, narrow or wide sites and in just about any sector you can imagine – from local authority-owned parks to nurseries, schools […]

Developing Skills for Life at Playdale This week marks the 19th annual National Apprenticeship Week, a week-long celebration that brings together businesses and apprentices across the country. The theme for this year’s National Apprenticeship Week is ‘Skills for life’, encouraging everyone to celebrate how apprenticeships and skills help us all reach our full potential. HM Government […]

With 2026 officially in full swing, it’s time for the Playdale CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Team to share what they’ve been up to, and to proudly reveal the total amount raised for our two staff-chosen charities: St Mary’s Hospice and Mind in Furness. Our 2025 Efforts Our 2025 efforts brought people together in ways that […]

Play is timeless. It’s how we discover the world, connect with others, and learn what we’re capable of. From the first spark of imagination to the thrill of adventure, play shapes who we are — joyful, curious, courageous, and connected. At Playdale, we believe play is the most natural way to grow. It’s imagination in […]

A Fresh Look at Outdoor Learning: Our New School & Nursery Catalogue! We’re delighted to launch our brand-new 2025 catalogue, created especially for schools and nurseries. Packed with ideas and practical guidance, it’s designed to inspire anyone looking to develop outdoor spaces that enrich learning and play. Inspiration for Every Stage From Early Years Foundation […]

Picnic & Play.. in Buckinghamshire Welcome to Playdale’s Picnic and Play guide for 2025, created to help families find the best parks and playgrounds over the summer holidays!  We’ve made sure all these parks are equipped with a fantastic selection of playground equipment and spaces to relax and enjoy a picnic. This week, we are […]

Picnic & Play.. in Cumbria Welcome to Playdale’s Picnic and Play guide for 2025, created to help families find exciting parks over the summer holidays!  We have made sure that all these parks are equipped with a fantastic selection of playground equipment and spaces to relax over a picnic during the summer holidays. This week, […]

Picnic & Play… in Staffordshire Welcome to Playdale’s Picnic and Play guide for 2025, created to help families find exciting parks over the school holidays!  We have made sure that all these parks are equipped with a fantastic selection of playground equipment and spaces to relax over a picnic. This week we are travelling to […]

Picnic & Play… in Suffolk Welcome to Playdale’s Picnic and Play guide for 2025, created to help families find exciting parks over the summer holidays! Firstly, we have made sure that all these parks feature a fantastic selection of playground equipment. Including spaces to relax over a picnic during the summer holidays. This week we […]