Hand Made Places

The UK’s leading timber outdoor playground equipment manufacturer and supplier.


School playground equipment for children of all ages



Hand Made Places is one of the UK’s leading timber playground equipment companies. Based in north Staffordshire, they design, manufacture and install a wide range of bespoke active, imaginative and sensory play equipment for children’s outdoor play areas. From school playgrounds to community parks, holiday sites and shopping centre attractions, Hand Made Places creates inclusive outdoor play experiences to remember.




Play is an important element of primary education, supporting little ones as they transition from early years surroundings. Hand Made Places builds play equipment that can be used as tools for encouraging confidence and independence as children find their way through a time of change in their lives.


Play equipment is a great medium for youngsters to make connections, apply their own knowledge to situations and develop resilience through trial and error.



The collection of play towerssensory equipment and furniture is perfect for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 environments.

Play units are aimed at encouraging children of all abilities and those with different interests to get moving.


They include contrasting features at various heights and levels to support inclusive play and allow children the freedom to engage in activities they enjoy, as well as benefit from new experiences.


In addition to bridges, slides, ropes and sliding poles, a play unit can also feature activity boardsmirror panels and finger mazes bringing a sensory element to outdoor play.


Hand Made Places’ play boats and sculptures support imaginary play, helping to enhance social and emotional development.


Wellbeing is at the core of their playground designs, which can incorporate storytelling areas, outdoor dining pods, and play dens for mindfulness exercises.


Hand Made Places looks to support learning as well as encourage children to have fun. Their sandpits and water play tables and gardening and growing range can be incorporated into science and mathematics sessions.


Their chalk boards and dry wipe boards can support literacy, art and design and creative learning. The outdoor stages and musical instruments help to bring drama and language sessions to life.


At Hand Made Places they are committed to delivering the equipment and apparatus needed for a successful play-based learning environment. Call them today to discuss your project ideas.







Hand Made Places at Broxap Ltd, Rowhurst Industrial Estate, Chesterton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire ST5 6BD
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