Business Details
24 Years
experience
Award-Winning Playground Design & Construction in London
Adventure Playground Engineers is an award-winning London-based firm with over two decades of expertise in designing and constructing innovative play spaces. Our mission is to create safe, challenging environments that foster children's physical and emotional development while prioritising ecological sustainability. We specialise in tailoring playgrounds for public parks, schools, and community spaces, using recycled and ethically sourced materials. Our collaborative approach involves local communities and children in every project phase, ensuring ownership and reducing misuse.Recognised for our work at Tumbling Bay and Kite Park Playground, we maintain rigorous safety standards with CSCS-registered staff and comprehensive liability coverage. Our commitment extends beyond construction to long-term site evolution, offering free consultations and design support to help clients realise their vision.
Services
Adventure playgrounds
Bespoke designs
Community projects
Eco-friendly construction
Fundraising support
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience in adventure playground design
- Our projects prioritise eco-friendly materials and sustainable practices
- We involve local communities and children in every development stage
- Award-winning designs demonstrated at Tumbling Bay and Kite Park
- Comprehensive safety compliance with CSCS-registered operatives
What people say
Successful and enjoyable collaboration
Creative quirky playgrounds
Highly professional outcome
Community ownership achieved
Eco-friendly practices praised
Services
Adventure playgrounds
We design and construct custom adventure playgrounds that balance safety with developmental challenges. Using natural materials and community input, our spaces cater to children of all abilities while enhancing local environments. Projects incorporate recycled elements and adapt to evolving needs.
Community projects
Our community-focused approach involves residents in playground development, fostering ownership and reducing vandalism. We provide free support and training to ensure long-term site maintenance and improvement through collaborative efforts with local stakeholders.
Eco-friendly construction
We prioritise environmental sustainability through reclaimed materials and designs that integrate with natural surroundings. Our methods include salvaged timber, reconditioned equipment, and wildlife-friendly landscaping to create low-impact play environments that educate about ecological responsibility.
Bespoke designs
We offer tailored playground designs following site-specific assessments. Our process includes free consultations and low-fee outline proposals, ensuring each space meets unique location requirements while maintaining safety standards and accessibility for diverse user groups.
Fundraising support
We connect clients with specialist fundraising partners for eligible projects. This support targets community-benefit initiatives in deprived areas, offering guidance on securing capital for playground development through partnerships and targeted grant applications.
People
John ODriscoll
Director
With over 20 years' experience in playground design, John leads our team in creating innovative play spaces. He has featured in Hello Magazine and spearheaded projects like the DIY SOS Children in Need Special build.
Stan Jones
Senior Engineer
Stan specialises in sustainable construction methods and featured in Ingenia Magazine. He oversees technical implementation of our eco-friendly designs, ensuring compliance with safety standards while maintaining creative integrity in every project.
Questions
What makes your playgrounds different from standard designs?
Our playgrounds incorporate natural materials, community input, and adaptive features that evolve with users' needs. We focus on sustainability and creating spaces that reflect local character.
How do you involve local communities in projects?
We engage residents and children throughout the process through workshops, consultations, and hands-on participation in construction where appropriate, ensuring spaces meet community needs.
Can you work with limited budgets?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations and low-fee designs. We also connect eligible projects with fundraising partners to help maximise available resources.
What safety standards do you follow?
All projects comply with BSEN 1176 standards. Our staff hold CSCS certifications, DBS checks where needed, and specialist training including tree-climbing and aerial rescue.
Do you work outside London?
While based in London, we undertake projects across the UK and have experience working in diverse locations from urban centres to rural communities.
