HFN Natural Play

Natural play areas fire the imagination. A mound can be a castle one moment, a ship the next. A raised path a runway for a large child, a tightrope for a small one.

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HFN Landscapes are experienced in the interpretation of natural play areas, these being more inclusive of different ages, better at stimulating the imagination and less likely to provoke negative responses.

Our team can ensure that your natural play area fires the imagination. Utilising the varied nature of shapes and materials used as well as incorporating the "10 Key Principles" outlined below.

The Design for Play principles (Shackell and others, 2008)

The golden rule: A successful play space is a place in its own right, specially designed for its location, in such a way as to provide as much play value as possible.

  1. Successful play spaces: are ‘bespoke’ - designed to enhance their setting
  2. Are well located - in the best possible place for children
  3. Make use of natural elements - close to nature
  4. Provide a wide range of play experiences - where children can play in different ways
  5. Are accessible to both disabled and non-disabled children - where they can play together
  6. Meet community needs and are loved by the community
  7. Allow children and young people of different ages to play together
  8. Build-in opportunities to experience risk and challenge - where children can stretch and challenge themselves in every way
  9. Are sustainable and appropriately maintained - maintained for play value and environmental sustainability
  10. Allow for change and evolution- evolving as the children grow

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