The Moor Natural Play Area
A canal-side play trail with climbing branches and a buried oak water wheel that brings nature and history to life.
We designed a nature-inspired play area and seating space for Dacorum Borough Council near the Grand Union Canal, where children can climb, balance, jump, and crawl through a playful timber trail.
The trail section of the structure rises out of the ground in several places and continues until it joins a bespoke simulation of a buried water wheel made from oak timber. The water wheel doesn't move but makes a nice historic connection to the old mill. Leading from the wheel, the trail timber rises until it connects to a large vertical tree trunk that has a spiral of stepping branches around it.
This creates a challenging climb to the top and once at the top, children can see the whole structure which will look like alarge branch from the crown of a huge tree. The structure is accessible to all ages but will be particularlyappealing to younger children from the age of 3 onwards
Happy Customers
Read what our past clients have to say about us
We wanted a play area that would engage children and introduce them to the historical significance of our location. The design not only provides a fun and imaginative space for our little visitors but also serves as a subtle educational tool, interpreting the archaeology of the site in a way that is both engaging and meaningful.
Jacqueline Mooney
Flag Fen Archaeology Park
Megan Fleetwood
Wigginton Primary School & Nursery
The Dens are very well used and enjoyed by children of all ages encouraging them to participate in natural and creative play whilst developing their skills in climbing and balance.
Daniel du Gard
Chorleywood Parish Council