Play areas in Surrey get inclusive makeover

Three play areas in Surrey will be upgraded and made more inclusive and accessible as part of a council’s annual play area replacement programme.

Reigate & Banstead Borough Council (RBBC) has revealed that play areas at Hogden Bottom in Kingswood, Beecholme Recreation Ground in Banstead, and South Park in Reigate will all receive new equipment and landscaping. RBBC has appointed play specialist, Kompan, to undertake the work, which will begin in the week commencing 5 January 2026.

The play area refurbishments are designed with equipment and layouts aiming to “include everyone” and to ensure that a range of ages and abilities can learn, interact, imagine and play together. In addition to accessible elements, the equipment will feature inclusive grips, varied heights and wide steps.