Why Play Area and Outdoor Space Professionals Should Attend GroundsFest
If you’re involved in the design, installation, or maintenance of outdoor play areas and public recreational spaces, GroundsFest is your chance to discover the tools, materials, and services that help bring safe, engaging environments to life.
Join us at Stoneleigh Park for a hands-on experience tailored to professionals working in schools, parks, housing developments, and urban public spaces.
Supporting Safe, Creative Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor play areas are vital community assets — but they also require careful planning, reliable products, and regular upkeep. At GroundsFest, you’ll find equipment providers, surface specialists, and installation experts all under one roof, ready to support your projects from concept through to ongoing maintenance.
It’s the perfect place to keep up with design trends, improve your knowledge, and discover new ways to build durable, accessible, and inclusive play spaces.
Explore Tools, Materials & Services for the Play Sector
You’ll have the chance to explore and test a wide range of relevant products, including:
- Certified play equipment for all ages and abilities
- Street furniture and outdoor classroom infrastructure
- Surfacing materials including synthetic options and natural turf
- Fencing, edging, and access control solutions
- Safety matting, shock pads, and maintenance tools
- Battery-powered handtools for low-noise zones
- Turf treatments, weed control, and seasonal upkeep machinery
- Compact loaders, mini skid steers, and installation tools
- Drainage and irrigation solutions for high-use areas
Whether you’re designing new play spaces or overseeing legacy sites, you’ll gain access to trusted suppliers and fresh ideas.
Learn From the Experts. Build with Confidence.
Education sessions and demos at GroundsFest cover everything from design compliance and safety standards to long-term maintenance planning. Whether you’re new to the sector or managing large-scale installations, there’s valuable insight waiting for you.
Who Should Attend
- Play Area Designers
- Local Authority Play Officers
- School & Education Facilities Managers
- Landscape Architects
- Public Realm Officers
- Housing Association Maintenance Teams
- Contractors & Installers
- Procurement Officers
- Parks and Recreation Managers
