Business Details
Award-Winning Adventure Playground Designers
Adventure Playground Engineers is an award-winning London-based firm with over two decades of expertise in designing and building adventure playgrounds. Our approach prioritises eco-friendly practices, community engagement, and innovative design, ensuring play spaces that cater to children and families while respecting local environments. We work closely with communities, incorporating natural materials and recycled elements to create safe, challenging, and sustainable play areas. Our team includes CSCS-registered operatives, DBS-checked professionals, and NPTC-qualified specialists in tree work and safety. We have collaborated on high-profile projects such as Tumbling Bay at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the Kite Park Playground, which was featured by the Forest Stewardship Council.Our commitment extends beyond construction, offering free consultations, fundraising support, and training to ensure long-term community ownership of play spaces. We adhere to BSEN 1176 standards and maintain comprehensive liability insurance for all projects. Our work has been recognised in media outlets like Hello Magazine, Ingenia Magazine, and the DIY SOS Children in Need Special. We specialise in tailoring play environments for public parks, schools, urban spaces, and tourist attractions, ensuring each project aligns with the unique needs of its community. Our dedication to evolving play spaces ensures adaptability for future generations.
Services
Adventure playgrounds
Bespoke designs
Community projects
Fundraising support
Eco-friendly construction
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in adventure playground design.
- Our projects use recycled and ethically sourced materials.
- We involve local communities in every stage of development.
- Our team holds specialist qualifications in safety and tree work.
- We offer free consultations and fundraising support for projects.
Associations and certifications
- BSEN 1176
- CSCS-registered
- DBS checked
- NPTC-qualified
What people say
Creative quirky designs
Excellent community involvement
Durable eco-friendly materials
Professional team
Innovative play spaces
Services
Adventure playgrounds
We design and build custom adventure playgrounds using natural and recycled materials. Our spaces encourage physical and emotional development while prioritising safety and environmental sustainability. Each project involves community consultation to ensure local needs are met.
Bespoke designs
Our team creates tailored play structures for schools, parks, and urban areas. Designs incorporate existing landscapes and community input, ensuring unique spaces that evolve with users' needs over time.
Community projects
We collaborate with residents and organisations to develop play areas that foster community ownership. This includes training and support for ongoing maintenance and improvements.
Fundraising support
We partner with A5cend to help clients secure funding for play spaces. Support focuses on projects serving deprived areas, offering free access outside school hours.
Eco-friendly construction
Our methods prioritise environmental responsibility, using reclaimed materials and preserving existing ecosystems. We integrate natural features into designs to enhance biodiversity and reduce ecological impact.
People
John ODriscoll
Director
With over 20 years in playground design, John leads projects ensuring community needs shape every space. Featured in Hello Magazine and DIY SOS, he champions sustainable, inclusive play environments.
Stan Jones
Senior Engineer
Stan specialises in innovative play structures, combining safety with creative design. His work on projects like Tumbling Bay has earned industry recognition, including features in Ingenia Magazine.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily work in London and the South East, with experience on national and international projects like the Venice Biennale.
How do you involve communities?
We consult residents and children at every stage, from design to construction, ensuring play spaces reflect local needs and foster ownership.
What materials do you use?
We prioritise recycled timber, reclaimed items, and natural materials to create sustainable, durable play environments with minimal ecological impact.
Can you help with funding?
Yes, we partner with A5cend to assist clients in securing grants for projects serving deprived communities with free public access.
Are your playgrounds safe?
All structures meet BSEN 1176 standards, with safety-certified staff and rigorous risk assessments ensuring secure, challenging play environments.
