Expanding Play Opportunities at Digby Parish Council
Digby Parish Council has upgraded its local play area with new playground equipment and safety surfacing, introducing a varied selection of play features for children and families. From a bespoke Jigsaw Unit and Adventure Trail to swings, sensory equipment and an inclusive roundabout, the improvements provide more opportunities for active, imaginative and inclusive outdoor play.
Project Highlights
- Bespoke Jigsaw Unit featuring a tunnel to encourage exploration and adventurous play.
- Adventure Trail 16 U-Shaped providing physical challenges to develop balance, coordination and confidence.
- Inclusive roundabout creating opportunities for children of different abilities to enjoy play together.
- Triple Seat Frame featuring cradle, Tango and Glockenspiel seats for varied swinging experiences.
- Double Seat and Basket Frame offering traditional swinging fun with flat and basket seats.
- Seesaw Round introducing another favourite playground activity.
- Green rubber mulch surfacing and grass mats completing the upgraded play area.
Customer Objective:
The aim was to enhance the local community’s play facilities, upgrading the existing playground with new equipment and surfacing to create a more inclusive and engaging space. The improvements provide greater opportunities for children and families to enjoy outdoor play, socialise and spend time together.
Playground Development Challenges & Solutions:
The project focused on expanding the playground’s facilities while introducing a greater variety of play experiences. The bespoke Jigsaw Unit, complete with tunnel, provides an engaging feature for children to explore, while the Adventure Trail 16 U-Shaped introduces opportunities to develop balance, coordination and physical confidence.
Traditional favourites such as the seesaw and swing frames provide familiar ways to enjoy play, with the cradle, Tango and basket seats offering different swinging experiences. The Glockenspiel adds a musical element, encouraging children to experiment with sound and sensory play.
The wheelchair-inclusive roundabout introduces opportunities for shared play, helping make the playground more accessible and welcoming. Green rubber mulch and grass mat surfacing complete the installation, supporting the upgraded facilities and creating a varied outdoor play environment.
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Results: Bringing More Play to Digby Parish Council
The upgraded playground offers more opportunities for adventure, movement, sensory exploration and inclusive play. With a combination of climbing challenges, swinging equipment, musical features and accessible facilities, the improvements provide a more engaging outdoor space for the local community.
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