Article published on 17 August 2026
Amesbury Town Council had an ambitious vision to transform Bonnymead Play Park into a landmark recreation destination. With a £500,000 investment and an open design brief, the Council wanted more than a conventional playground.
The aim was to create a high-quality public space. It would attract visitors and encourage longer stays. It would also provide inclusive, engaging, and challenging play for children of all ages and abilities.
A New Bespoke Play Park
The brief gave Proludic the freedom to develop a truly bespoke design, shaped by the site’s character and its mature copper beech tree. At the centre of the park is an 8-metre-high, 17.6-metre-long Kanopé multiplay tower.
Designed as a “beacon of play”, the structure is a bold landmark. It offers elevated climbing, a crawl tunnel, and four slides. One slide is a corkscrew slide.
Younger children benefit from dedicated toddler and junior areas designed to develop balance, coordination, confidence and fine motor skills. A generous swing zone includes traditional, cradle, and inclusive seats. Accessible features, like a wheelchair-accessible roundabout and see-saw, support shared play.
Beneath the copper beech canopy, the sensory zone creates a sheltered, calming setting to support children with a wide range of physical, sensory and neurodiverse needs. A locally themed storybook (J3439) and poems also connect the wider play experience with Amesbury’s heritage.
A spokesperson for Amesbury Town Council said it hopes the new play park will become a key attraction for local families and visitors alike, providing a safe, inclusive and exciting place for children to play for many years to come.
The 54-metre ACTI’Ninja trail offers a tough challenge for juniors and teens. It includes climbing walls, monkey bars, a fire pole, and a solar timing panel. These features encourage activity, competition, and repeat play.
Consultation shaped the final plan, reflected local priorities in the design, and built community ownership from the start.
Throughout construction, Proludic took a proactive approach to site safety and security. They responded quickly and effectively to two cases of unauthorised access. The team promptly reinstated damaged areas, strengthened site boundaries, and secured materials. These measures ensured the site remained safe and secure while minimising disruption to the programme.
The completed park now sits alongside Bonnymead Recreation Ground’s skate park, multi-use games area and riverside walks. Officially opened in July 2026, it gives Amesbury a unique, inclusive place. It supports active lives, community pride, and fun play for many years.
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