Frequently Asked Questions
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The Everyday Play team wants to help you answer any questions you may have about playgrounds.
The Everyday Play team wants to help you answer any questions you may have about playgrounds.
Whether it’s playground safety or what MUGA stands for, we have you covered. Have a look through some of our most frequently asked questions below, but of course if there is something that’s not covered, do feel free to ask!
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About Everyday Play
Where is Everyday Play based?
Everyday Play’s Head Office is proudly located in Biddenden, Kent, where our friendly team manages design and client services.
Our main workshop, where all playground equipment is carefully crafted by our skilled craftsmen, is based further north in Northampton. This setup allows us to combine local customer care with high-quality manufacturing.
Who does Everyday Play work with?
We primarily work with primary schools across Kent, the South East, and London, helping them create safe, inspiring playgrounds. We also partner with local councils to design and install playgrounds for community spaces, as well as with local attractions looking to enhance their outdoor play areas.
See our Case Studies for more information.
Who runs Everyday Play?
Everyday Play is a family-owned business led by our Directors, Luke and Lewis – two best friends who are passionate about play and love what they do. Their hands-on approach means we deliver playgrounds that children truly enjoy. We don’t sub our work out and have teams in house for playground design, manufacture to install.
What drives Everyday Play?
Our mission is to make a real difference in children’s lives. Outdoor play is crucial for building confidence, friendships, and important life skills, particularly for children with special educational needs (SEN). We are dedicated to providing opportunities for children who may not have access to other play and learning environments.
Who is on the Everyday Play team?
Our team is made up of passionate, in-house experts who are committed to creating the best play experiences for children. From designers and project managers to play specialists, we work together to ensure every project is safe, engaging, and tailored to the needs of the children using it.
Meet the Team here
What makes Everyday Play different from other playground suppliers?
What sets us apart is that every part of our service, from design and manufacture to installation and maintenance, is done exclusively by our own employed craftsmen and in-house teams. This ensures consistent quality, safety, and seamless communication throughout your project.
What locations do Everyday Play cover?
Everyday Play is based in Kent and provides expert playground design, supply, and installation services across the South East of England. We proudly cover Kent, Surrey, Essex, East Sussex, London, and surrounding areas, delivering bespoke playground solutions for schools, nurseries, community spaces, and visitor attractions. Wherever you are in the region, our in-house team ensures safe, high-quality, and engaging play areas tailored to your space and needs.
Products and Services
What does Everyday Play offer?
Everyday Play is a specialist playground company in Kent, providing complete, end-to-end playground solutions for schools, nurseries, community spaces, visitor attractions, and family-friendly venues. We don’t just supply off-the-shelf equipment – we have in house designers that will work with you to design, build, and install bespoke playgrounds tailored to your space, budget, and the needs of the children using them.
Our services include:
Playground design & planning – Creative, custom layouts to maximise your available space.
Bespoke wooden play equipment – Climbing frames, adventure play, and interactive structures built in our UK workshop.
Sensory & inclusive play areas – Engaging play environments for children of all abilities.
Shelters & outdoor classrooms – Weatherproof spaces for outdoor learning year-round.
Safety surfacing & installation – Wetpour, rubber mulch, or artificial grass, all installed to BS EN 1176 standards.
Playground Maintenance & refurbishment – Keeping playgrounds safe, fresh, and engaging for years.
Everything is managed in-house by our expert team, ensuring consistent quality, safety, and attention to detail from concept to completion. At Everyday Play, we combine creativity, craftsmanship, and care to build inspiring outdoor spaces that provide long-term value and enjoyment for children.
Does Everyday Play make their own playground equipment?
Yes! Everyday Play designs and manufactures all of our playground equipment in-house at our UK-based workshop. By handling the process from concept to production ourselves, we ensure every piece meets our high standards of quality, safety, and durability before it is installed at your site.
Do the playgrounds meet safety requirements?
Yes! Safety is our top priority at Everyday Play. All playground equipment we design, manufacture, and install is fully compliant with BS EN 1176 (play equipment safety) and BS EN 1177 (impact-absorbing safety surfacing) standards.
We are proud members of RoSPA (The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) and accredited by CHAS, ensuring that every project meets the highest UK safety standards. Our in-house team manages the entire process – from design to installation – so you can be confident that every playground we create is safe, durable, and built to last.
We also offer ongoing inspection, reporting, and maintenance services to help keep your play area compliant and safe for years to come.
Can Everyday Play design my playground for me?
What sets us apart is that every part of our service, from design and manufacture to installation and maintenance, is done exclusively by our own employed craftsmen and in-house teams. This ensures consistent quality, safety, and seamless communication throughout your project. We have our own in-house playground designers that’ll help put together the perfect play area for your space, budget, and ideas!
Can you give us ideas for our playground or outdoor space?
Absolutely. We can provide creative ideas and guidance to help you make the most of your outdoor area, whether it’s for a school, nursery, or community space. From interactive play features to learning zones, we’ll help you design a space that children love.
Manufacturing and Quality
Is your playground equipment made in the UK?
Everyday Play’s Head Office is proudly located in Biddenden, Kent, where our friendly team manages design and client services.
Our main workshop, where all playground equipment is carefully crafted by our skilled craftsmen, is based further north in Northampton. This setup allows us to combine local customer care with high-quality manufacturing.
Does Everyday Play use specific timber?
Yes, Everyday Play ensures all of our equipment is made using play grade timber, perfect for school and nursery outdoor play areas.
Where is your UK playground warehouse?
Our Everyday Play workshop is located: The Works, Duck End Ln, Bedford MK45 3HP
Do you make bespoke playground equipment?
Our team create bespoke playground equipment from plans sent over from our in-house playground designers. Have a look at our case studies to see how our playground equipment gets taken from pen and paper and just an idea, through to completion and installation.
Health and Safety
Are safety requirements taken into account when making playground equipment?
Yes, all of our playground installations meet safety standards to ensure it’s safe for children to play on. Every consideration is taken into account, from finger trap sizes, critical fall heights and condition of the equipment. You can find out more about the safety standards and laws for play equipment here.
What accredications do Everyday Play hold?
In the UK, playground health and safety standards are not legally binding, but they remain crucial for ensuring a safe environment. By adhering to these guidelines, you demonstrate a commitment to best practices and safety compliance for your playground. Following these standards helps safeguard children, staff, visitors, and your facility or business. Additionally, being able to show compliance can be vital if any claims or incidents arise.
Does my playground equipment need special surfacing?
Depending on the equipment you are adding to your outdoor area, the recommended safety surfacing will vary. Our playground design team is knowledgeable about Critical Fall Height (CFH) requirements and the shock-absorbing safety surfacing needed, so this is always considered when designing and quoting for playground equipment. You can find our safety surfacing guide here.
Can artificial grass be used as safety surfacing under play equipment?
Standard artificial grass alone does not provide sufficient fall protection under playground equipment. However, when combined with a suitable shock-absorbing underlayer, such as rubber mats or foam padding, it can meet Critical Fall Height (CFH) requirements. This makes it a low-maintenance, visually appealing option for safe, durable playground surfaces.
What is Critical Fall Height (CFH)?
Critical Fall Height (CFH) is the maximum height from which a child can fall onto a safety surface without risking serious injury. Playground equipment must have surfacing that meets the appropriate CFH requirements, as specified in BS EN 1177 standards.
Is rubber mulch safe for playgrounds?
Yes. Bonded rubber mulch is designed to cushion falls, resist displacement, and last longer than loose bark. It is durable, low-maintenance, and suitable for a range of playground environments.
Can playground surfacing be installed over existing surfaces?
Many surfacing options, including wetpour, play carpet, and bonded rubber mulch, can be installed over tarmac, concrete, or compacted stone, provided the base is stable and in good condition.
Can playgrounds be wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Surfaces like wetpour, Conipave, or artificial grass with proper underlayers are smooth, stable, and meet accessibility standards, allowing children with mobility challenges to enjoy the playground safely.
What maintenance is needed for playground equipment?
Maintenance depends on the type of equipment and surfacing. Regular cleaning, visual inspections, and minor repairs are usually sufficient. Rubber and wetpour surfaces require occasional topping up or patching to maintain CFH compliance.
Funding
Can you advise anywhere to get funding for new play equipment?
Here at Everyday Play we have partnered with FundEd to offer you all of the current available funding. Find out more here.
Can we use our PE and Sport Premium Funding at Everyday Play?
Yes! Everyday Play can help your school make the most of its PE and Sport Premium funding. This vital funding is designed to enhance pupils’ physical education, activity, and wellbeing, supporting inclusive play, sports, and fitness opportunities for all children.
We specialise in using PE and Sport Premium to deliver long-lasting outdoor play and fitness solutions, including:
Outdoor gyms – Promote strength, coordination, and confidence.
Daily Mile tracks – Support cardiovascular fitness and build stamina.
MUGAs (Multi-Use Games Areas) – Encourage inclusive, high-energy team sports for all abilities.
Bespoke playground equipment – Create fun, engaging spaces that help children achieve their daily 60 minutes of physical activity.
Our team can guide you on using your funding effectively, ensuring you meet DfE reporting requirements while making sustainable, long-term improvements to your school’s PE and play facilities.
Call us on: 01622 688343
Email: info@everyday-play.co.uk
Make every penny count by investing in outdoor play and activity solutions that benefit your pupils year after year.
Do playground grants cover maintenance or just new equipment?
Most grants focus on new playground installations, but some may include funding for resurfacing, repairs, or enhancements. It’s important to check each grant’s specific eligibility requirements.
Can Everyday Play provide a quote before we have funding?
Yes! At Everyday Play, we can provide a detailed, no-obligation quote for your playground project even if you haven’t secured funding yet. This allows your school to plan your budget, explore funding options, and apply for grants with a clear understanding of costs. We can also advise on phased installations or cost-effective solutions to help make your playground vision a reality.
Do you work with PTAs?
Yes! We regularly collaborate with Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) to help raise funds, plan playground projects, and bring school playground visions to life. We can provide quotes, advice on funding options, and design ideas that support your fundraising efforts, making it easier for PTAs to create safe, engaging, and inspiring outdoor play areas for children.
Contact Us and Support
Do you offer aftercare after signing off a project?
Of course! We provide aftercare and maintenance services for all playgrounds, whether the equipment was installed by us or another supplier. Our team can carry out inspections, repairs, and surfacing upkeep to keep your playground safe, compliant, and enjoyable for years.
Give us a call on 01622 688343, email info@everyday-play.co.uk, or fill out our contact form to arrange your playground maintenance.
How can I contact Everyday Play?
Give our team a call on 01622 688343 or email
info@everyday-play.co.uk.
Alternatively you can fill out our contact form here.
