Skeltons Lane
London Borough of Waltham Forest
Commissioned and supported by the local authority and provided in concert with MOH Design, this project was designed to replace a long-lost adventure playground in Skeltons Lane public park.
The scheme was initially unpopular with local people, who were concerned that a new playground would attract vandalism and gangs. Council officers and the police argued that the playground in reality would increase the number of children in the area and decrease anti-social behaviour, which is exactly what happened.
The space can accommodate up to 400 children at any one time and has become a popular local picnic site. It truly is a great place to hang out on a sunny day and triumphed in the Local Government News Street Design Awards 2009 Children’s Play category.
Year
2009
Location
London Borough of Leyton
Build Time
6 & 1/2 weeks
Price
£49,000
Prices are relative to the year, approximate for guideline purposes and exclude VAT.