Roxeth Recreation Ground – Playground & Park Enhancements
Project Overview
PVR was appointed by the London Borough of Harrow to deliver a comprehensive programme of playground and park enhancements at Roxeth Recreation Ground, a Green Flag Award-winning park. The project created a modern, inclusive play environment while enhancing the surrounding landscape to improve accessibility, biodiversity and the overall visitor experience.
Delivered within a busy multi-use park, the works maintained public access to sports facilities, walking routes and recreational 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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July 2025 to October 2025
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Refurbishment of the playground and surrounding park infrastructure within a 7-hectare operational public park.
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Roxeth Recreation Ground, South Harrow, London
Scope of Works
Removal of obsolete play equipment and existing safety surfacing.
Retention and integration of suitable existing play features.
Installation of new inclusive play equipment for children under 7 and 7 to 13 years, including wheelchair-accessible elements.
Installation of new wetpour rubber crumb and bound mulch impact-absorbing surfacing.
Construction of grassed play mounds, stepping features and informal natural play areas.
Wildflower meadow planting and wider soft landscaping improvements.
Upgrades to paths, entrances, seating, bins and other park furniture.
Protection of mature trees and root protection areas in accordance with BS 5837.
Highlights & Key Benefits
Delivered a modern, inclusive playground suitable for children of all abilities.
Enhanced biodiversity through wildflower meadow planting and natural play features.
Improved accessibility with upgraded paths, entrances and inclusive equipment.
Maintained safe public access throughout construction within a busy operational park.
Supported the park's Green Flag standards through high-quality, durable infrastructure and landscape improvements.
Improved visibility and park layout to create a safer and more welcoming environment.
Project Delivery Challenges & Solutions
Phased construction and secure site segregation maintained public safety within a busy operational park.
BS 5837-compliant tree protection safeguarded mature trees and root protection areas.
Improved playground layout and landscape design enhanced visibility, passive surveillance and user experience.
Community Engagement
Regular liaison with the London Borough of Harrow to coordinate works and maintain public access.
Carefully phased delivery kept recreational facilities operational and minimised disruption to park users.
