Pinner Memorial Park – Inclusive Playground Refurbishment
Project Overview
PVR was appointed by the London Borough of Harrow to deliver the complete refurbishment of the playground at Pinner Memorial Park, creating a modern, inclusive play environment that provides opportunities for children of all ages and abilities.
Delivered within a busy operational park, the project transformed the existing play area through the installation of new inclusive equipment, improved accessibility and enhanced safety, while maintaining safe public access to surrounding areas throughout construction.
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London Borough of Harrow
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Principal Contractor
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Play
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£350,000
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August 2025 to September 2025
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Full refurbishment of an inclusive playground within a live public park
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Pinner Memorial Park, Harrow, London
Scope of Works
Full removal and environmentally responsible disposal of existing play equipment, surfacing and associated structures.
Installation of new inclusive play equipment suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities.
Installation of wheelchair-accessible equipment, sensory play panels and low-level interactive features.
Construction of new impact-absorbing safety surfacing compliant with current standards.
Installation of new perimeter fencing and access gates.
Reconfiguration of pathways, thresholds and access points to provide step-free, DDA-informed access.
Improved layout to enhance visibility, accessibility and the overall user experience.
Highlights & Key Benefits
Created a fully inclusive play environment for children of all abilities.
Improved accessibility through step-free routes and wheelchair-accessible equipment.
Enhanced safety with modern impact-absorbing surfacing and secure perimeter fencing.
Delivered the refurbishment within a live public park while maintaining safe public access.
Improved sightlines and park usability through a redesigned, more accessible layout.
Project Delivery Challenges & Solutions
Phased construction, secure site segregation and controlled access maintained public safety within a busy operational park.
Close coordination with the London Borough of Harrow kept pedestrian routes open and minimised disruption throughout the works.
Community Engagement
Regular liaison with the London Borough of Harrow to coordinate programme activities and public access.
Careful planning ensured surrounding park facilities remained accessible while the new inclusive playground was delivered safely.
