St Helier Parade Gardens Playground

Parade Gardens, St Helier, Jersey – A Landmark Playground for a Landmark Location

Redlynch Leisure was proud to deliver a large-scale playground redevelopment at Parade Gardens, located in the heart of St Helier, Jersey. As one of the island’s most prominent and heavily used play areas, the site demanded a creative, high-impact design that would appeal to a wide range of users and stand the test of time.

A Thoughtful Two-Zone Layout

To cater to a broad age range and provide age-appropriate challenges, the playground was divided into two distinct zones:

• Older Children’s Zone: Designed with excitement and adventure in mind, this area features a dynamic combination of equipment, including a climbing net, a five-way swing, a standing seesaw, embankment slide, and jumping disks. These elements encourage physical play, coordination, and social interaction among older users.
• Toddler Zone: At the heart of the toddler space is a fun-filled multiplay unit, supported by a hammock, springers, rope balance walks, bridges, and a range of swings. The design promotes sensory exploration and imaginative play, offering an engaging experience for younger children on every visit.

Landscape-Led Design Approach

The scheme was driven by a strong landscape-led philosophy. Natural contours, thoughtful planting, boulders, and a mix of surfacing materials were incorporated to ensure the design blended seamlessly with the park’s setting. The combination of wet pour rubber, artificial grass, and TigerMulch provided not only safety and durability but also visual and tactile variety underfoot.

A Collaborative Effort

The success of this project was underpinned by a close working relationship with a highly engaged and passionate client. Their hands-on involvement throughout the design and installation process ensured the final result truly reflected the community’s needs and aspirations.