We recently completed a big project at Beacon Rise Primary in Kingswood, Bristol – it was one of the largest and most unique jobs we’ve done in a long while!
We’ve radically transformed one corner of the large playing field into a fully landscaped activity and nature quarter; wildflowers spreading bountifully among play structures, relaxation areas and through different terrains – there’re a whole world of ways for the children and teachers to make use of the space.
With everything designed and positioned bespoke to the created landscape, the area includes:
- A giant carved monkey sound-tube for staff announcements and play
- A large centre stage with connecting bridge
- Two hobbit-holes connecting a sub-terrain play area
- Two Woven Willow pergolas, with benches and wood-chip floors
- Recycled Cable Drum tables
- A tree house with fireman’s pole
- Climbing Frame
- Sandpit
- Large ornate quarry stones
- Tipis
Here are a couple of pictures during construction! It was at times a muddy affair…! This one only shows the lower part of the site, but hopefully gives an idea of the extent of the landscaping!
And… the monkey is up! After a mighty heave, the focal sound-tube stands proud!
…there’s something for everyone, and the mounds, dips and various platforms mean that many children can use the space with their own agenda without it feeling crowded.
The feedback has been fantastic and we’ve been inspired by the uses it’s been put to already. If you’d like to know more, or are interested in a similar transformation, please feel free to get in touch!
Have a look at our Gallery of pictures:
It’s so cool…