Hand Made Places Ltd

Hand Made Places Ltd Hand Made Places are one of the UK's leading manufacturers of timber play equipment and furniture.

Hand Made Places are one of the UK's leading manufacturers of timber outdoor playground equipment and outdoor classrooms. Based in North Staffordshire, we manufacture a huge range of quality wooden products from traditional climbing structures and adventure trails to bespoke outdoor classrooms, sensory gardens and sculptures. Hand Made Places provide a complete bespoke playground design service to create playgrounds to suit any abilities, budgets and locations.

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, a time to reflect on how everyday environments can support children’s wellbei...
12/05/2026

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, a time to reflect on how everyday environments can support children’s wellbeing 🌈

School playgrounds are more than places to run and climb. With thoughtful design, they can also provide spaces to pause, chat, reflect and connect with others 👭

We’ve shared our thoughts in our latest blog, looking at how calm, confidence and connection can be supported through playground design.

👉 Read the blog here: https://www.handmadeplaces.co.uk/blog/articles/creating-spaces-for-calm-confidence-and-connection-in-school-playgrounds.html

🙌 Our new Hand Made Places brochure has arrived.Inside, you’ll find examples of how we create play environments that inv...
30/04/2026

🙌 Our new Hand Made Places brochure has arrived.

Inside, you’ll find examples of how we create play environments that invite children to move, explore, learn and spend time together. From active play to calmer, more reflective spaces 🌈

Every place we make is designed to support different ways of playing and learning, so children can use spaces in their own way and at their own pace 🛝

👀Ready to learn more?

View the brochure online:
https://indd.adobe.com/view/ce825f29-d008-4d9b-9cdb-6fd120e641de

If you’d like a printed copy, email [email protected] and we’ll send one out.

Outdoor play spaces are about much more than break time 👭👬👭As inspections continue to focus on wellbeing, inclusion and ...
28/04/2026

Outdoor play spaces are about much more than break time 👭👬👭

As inspections continue to focus on wellbeing, inclusion and personal development, outdoor environments play an important role in how schools support children every day.

In our latest blog, we share how thoughtfully designed play spaces can reflect a school’s values and support Ofsted priorities as we look ahead to 2026 📆

Read the full blog here 👉 https://www.handmadeplaces.co.uk/blog/articles/how-well-designed-play-spaces-support-ofsted-priorities-in-2026.html
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🌍 It’s Earth Day 💚 and we’ve been thinking about how the choices we make today shape play spaces for years to come.When ...
15/04/2026

🌍 It’s Earth Day 💚 and we’ve been thinking about how the choices we make today shape play spaces for years to come.

When schools and communities refresh their playgrounds, sustainability often means more than just materials. It’s about:

✨ Designing for long term use
✨ Choosing equipment that can age well
✨ Creating spaces children can grow into, not out of

We’ve pulled together some practical ideas in our latest blog, based on what we’ve learned designing outdoor play environments over time.

👉 https://www.handmadeplaces.co.uk/blog/articles/how-to-build-a-sustainable-playground.html

If you’re thinking about improving your outdoor space, now or in the future, we hope this gives you a helpful starting point 🌱

🌟 Every child deserves a play space where they feel included and supported — especially those with SEN.If you’re looking...
10/04/2026

🌟 Every child deserves a play space where they feel included and supported — especially those with SEN.

If you’re looking to make your play area more inclusive, our new blog breaks down how tailored equipment, sensory features, and thoughtful layout choices can transform a space into one that truly works for every child.

👉 Read the full blog here:
https://www.handmadeplaces.co.uk/blog/articles/supporting-sen-students-with-tailored-play-equipment-and-inclusive-spaces.html

If you know anyone planning a new playground or SEN-friendly space, feel free to share! 💙

🎵 Music + Play = A happier, healthier childhood! 🎵Did you know that adding musical instruments to playgrounds can boost ...
02/04/2026

🎵 Music + Play = A happier, healthier childhood! 🎵

Did you know that adding musical instruments to playgrounds can boost children’s:

💡 Creativity
🧠 Cognitive skills
🤝 Social interaction
💪 Motor development
😊 Emotional wellbeing

We’ve just published a brand-new article exploring the research backed benefits of outdoor musical instruments, and why they’re becoming one of the most popular additions to modern playgrounds.

Whether you’re a school, council, nursery or community group, musical play brings joy to children of all ages and abilities. 🌈

Read more here 👇
https://www.handmadeplaces.co.uk/blog/articles/transforming-playgrounds-with-musical-instruments.html

🍂 Autumn adventures await!There’s nothing quite like crisp air, colourful leaves, and the laughter of children exploring...
20/10/2025

🍂 Autumn adventures await!

There’s nothing quite like crisp air, colourful leaves, and the laughter of children exploring the outdoors.

All our playground equipment is built to inspire curiosity, creativity, and active play.

Let the season of change spark imagination >> https://www.handmadeplaces.co.uk/playground-equipment

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Rowhurst Industrial Estate
Chesterton
ST56BD

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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