Playground Equipment Supply & Installation
Hand Made Places is one of the UK’s leading timber playground equipment companies. Based in North Staffordshire, we design, manufacture and install a wide range of bespoke active, imaginative and sensory 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.
We are committed to producing innovative, safe and durable playground equipment with a focus very much on fun. The installation of an exciting and engaging playground also has a positive impact on learning and development. From our 10,000 sq ft timber production facility, we develop and craft a wide range of climbing frames and play units, challenging trim trails, outdoor classrooms, playground furniture and bespoke playground products which users of all abilities can access and enjoy.
At the heart of our manufacturing process is a commitment to sustainability, producing long-lasting playground & park equipment using the latest technology to save energy, cut carbon emissions and manage waste. Our playground equipment range has been crafted to offer exceptional play value. All of our products are designed to captivate the imagination and nurture social and physical development, as well as encourage everyone to get outside and play.
Our Process
Fancy purchasing some Hand Made Places play equipment? We have a simple process to take you from planning to playing in five easy steps:


Our Services
Hand Made Places offer unique playground solutions, providing a range of valuable services which help and guide our clients through every aspect of their project.


Our Brochures
View our extensive range of brochures online.
Who are Hand Made Places?
Hand Made Places is one of the UK’s leading timber playground equipment suppliers. Based in North Staffordshire, we design, manufacture and install a wide range of active, imaginative and sensory play equipment.
From school playgrounds to community parks, holiday site play areas to shopping centre attractions, Hand Made Places creates inclusive outdoor play experiences to remember.
We are committed to producing innovative, safe and durable playground equipment with a focus very much on fun. The installation of an exciting and engaging playground also has a positive impact on learning and development.
From our 10,000 sq ft timber production facility, we develop and craft a wide range of climbing frames and play units, challenging trim trails, outdoor classrooms, playground furniture and playground products which users of all abilities can access and enjoy.
At the heart of our manufacturing process is a commitment to sustainability, producing long-lasting playground equipment using the latest technology to save energy, cut carbon emissions and manage waste.
Our playground equipment range has been crafted to offer exceptional play value. All of our products are designed to captivate the imagination and nurture social and physical development, as well as encourage everyone to get outside and play.
Our Guarantees
Our equipment comes with a 10 year Timber Guarantee, 20 year Extended Life Guarantee and 5 year Surfacing Guarantee as standard.Â


Work with us to design your playground
Fancy purchasing some commercial playground equipment? We have a simple process to take you from planning to playing in five easy steps:
Featured Case Studies


The Wandle Learning Trust was able to marry its vision with the values delivered by Hand Made Places to commission the successful transformation...


A unique outdoor learning environment has been created for the early years classes at Whitewater C of E Primary School...


Break times have never been so much fun at Northlands Primary School. Two amazing play areas have been designed, built and installed by Hand Made Places...


Ross-on-Wye’s skyline has formed the inspiration for new community facilities at a residential development. The iconic St Mary’s Church spire is reflected...


A new residential development – built above a live railway line – includes a playground and public plaza for the community to enjoy...
Our Brochures
View our extensive range of brochures online.