Bespoke Castle for Hemington Primary School – nr Radstock – August 2022

How Did Rhino Play Help Hemington Primary?

Rhino Play offered a few options which would meet the criteria, after some alterations and discussions, we settled on an adapted, modified Ramparts play unit. The bespoke unit was redesigned to sit neatly on a sloping field and include a Clatterbridge instead of the standard slide. The layout was also altered from a linear layout to a ‘L’ shaped setup to best make use of the space available. This new layout also means that the school can add to the unit in phases as and when new budgets became available. The Ramparts play unit can now grow and change with the school requirements whilst breathing new life and interest into an already excellent unit. The Ramparts combines excellent theming with climbing, balancing, physical challenge, role play and social play in a bespoke setup that can develop and change as new sections are added. The bespoke Ramparts includes:

• Tower platform and Clatterbridge.
• Climbing ramp.
• Vertical net.
• Under platform den hiding area.
• Traverse walls along both sides.
• Arrow slits, flag and shield detailing.
• Side entrance opening.
• Cladding with castellation theming.

The unit was installed on free draining and well-maintained grass so didn’t require any additional safety surfacing. This unit challenges children in a safe and adventurous way that can be used during P.E. lessons and during break times.

What Are The Benefits Of Installing A New Play Tower?

A new castle, play tower or climbing frame can develop and improve a child’s physical and emotional wellbeing whilst helping to promote social interaction and creativity. Our Rhino Play playground equipment helps encourage children to develop the following skills:

• Balance and agility
• Climbing
• Problem-solving skills
• Hand-eye coordination
• Gross motor skills
• Social skills
• Physical fitness
• Confidence
• Creativity
• And many more!