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Our Story

Outdoor Play People began with a simple belief: outdoor play should be safe, engaging and beautifully made. Led by a dedicated husband-and-wife team the business has grown into a trusted name in the UK play industry while still holding onto the warmth of a genuine family business.

We’re a one-stop shop for all things play-related offering design manufacturing installation and reliable after-sales care. Over the years we’ve shaped thousands of play spaces and we approach every project with down-to-earth friendliness and proper craftsmanship.

Our team brings decades of combined experience to the table which means you can trust us to create equipment that’s safe, enjoyable and built to last.

A front view of a yellow timber play Landrover with "HM Coastguard" livery, with two girls inside, in a woodchip outdoor playground.

Who We Work With

We are proud to support an incredibly wide range of customers including:

Family attractions.

Schools and preschools.

Holiday parks and resorts.

Parish and town councils.

Pubs and hospitality venues.

Landscape designers and architects.

Trade partners.

Businesses looking for playground equipment.

Whoever you are and whatever your vision might be we tailor our children’s outdoor play equipment to your audience, your budget and your space. We listen carefully because every project is unique and we want you to feel confident from start to finish.

All our projects comply with BSEN 1176 safety regulations so you can be sure your play area is fully up to standard.

What Makes Us Different

We’re not just builders of play equipment. We’re practitioners of fun, believers in outdoor learning and firm supporters of children’s wellbeing.

Durable wooden play equipment

We specialise in outdoor play equipment wooden designs that blend naturally into gardens, parks and large attractions. Timber brings warmth, charm and a natural feel that makes play spaces truly inviting. It’s also incredibly durable when treated and built correctly which is why we put so much care into every cut screw and finish.

A boy and a girl in school sports kit balancing on a colourful rope Ladder Traverse in a sunny school field.

Designs for every kind of space

No two play areas are the same which is why we offer:

Wooden playhouses.

Climbing frames and towers.

Multi-level activity units.

Role play structures.

Swings and sensory swings.

Full outdoor playground equipment commercial settings require.

Bespoke designs for themed attractions.

If you can imagine it we can usually build it.

Simple place and play solutions

Many of our units arrive fully assembled which means they are genuinely place and play. Just set them in position and they’re ready to enjoy straight from delivery. Families love this. Schools appreciate the convenience. Commercial sites value the reduced downtime.

A view from the helm of the Beachside Boat, showing the ship's wheel, a play panel, and a stunning ocean backdrop.

Proper craftsmanship with a personal touch

We are hands-on in every sense. You get friendly guidance, honest advice and a team who truly care about the outcome. We want your play space to feel special, safe and ready for years of laughter and adventure.

An A-frame timber assault net with a blue rope net and a ladder, set in a loose-fill earth and bark safety surface in a rural outdoor playground.

After-Sales Care That Lasts

Our relationship with you doesn’t end when installation is complete. We stand by our work with long-term reliable after-sales support. If you ever need maintenance advice, repairs or safety guidance we’re only a call away.

Much of our work comes from word of mouth which speaks volumes about the trust our customers place in us. They know we’re here for them long after the play equipment is up and running.

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A hand-drawn illustration of children playing on the Maribou Play Frame, showing the twin towers, monkey bars, rope net ramp, staircase, chain bridge, and stainless steel slide, with children climbing, sliding, and running.
Three toddlers sitting together in a large bird nest swing with a blue rim and red rope net, in a playground with a wooden fence and a colourful rubber surface.

Why Choose Outdoor Play People?

Choosing us means choosing:

A warm friendly family-run team.

Experts in children’s outdoor play equipment.

Specialists in timber outdoor play equipment wooden designs.

Reliable builders of outdoor playground equipment commercial clients count on:

A company committed to safe long-lasting play.

A simple place and play approach whenever possible.

Delivery across mainland UK.

Support before during and after your project.

We value quality honesty and relationships. It’s as simple as that.

How Does This Affect You?

Working with Outdoor Play People means you get more than beautifully crafted wooden play equipment. You get a collaborative partner who listens cares and takes pride in creating something special. Whether you’re building a family garden play space or a full-scale commercial playground we’re here to help bring your vision to life with heart skill and down-to-earth friendliness.

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