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Soft Play Areas

Safe, durable children’s play spaces

At AJT Landscaping, we design and install soft play areas that provide safe, engaging and long-lasting outdoor environments for children.

Based in Ash, Surrey, we work with homeowners, schools and organisations across Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey, creating bespoke children’s play areas built around safety, functionality and fun.

With over 14 years’ experience, our team specialises in designing and installing playground soft surfaces for gardens, nurseries, schools and community spaces. Every project is carefully planned and professionally installed to ensure a robust, compliant and visually appealing finish.

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Soft play areas designed for safety & enjoyment

A successful children’s play area starts with the right surface and solid groundwork. We take a design-led approach, considering how the space will be used, the age of the children and any play equipment involved. As an experienced landscaping company, we manage the full process. From design and ground preparation through to surface installation and finishing, ensuring each play area is safe, practical and built to last.

Our soft play area services

Playground Soft Surfaces

We install impact-absorbing playground surfaces designed to improve safety and durability in children’s play areas. Suitable for family gardens, nurseries, schools and community spaces, our surfaces are built to perform in all weather conditions while providing a safe and comfortable area for play.

Play Area Design & Layout

We design play areas to suit the available space, ensuring good flow, visibility and clearly defined safe zones. Whether creating a compact garden play area or a larger commercial playground, layouts are carefully planned to support safe and enjoyable play.

Ground Preparation & Drainage

Correct ground preparation is essential for a safe and durable play area. We carry out excavation and ground levelling, install solid sub-bases, and incorporate drainage solutions to prevent water pooling. Secure edging and transitions ensure the surface performs correctly and remains safe over time.

Play Equipment Installation

While our main focus is soft play surfacing, we can also install play equipment as part of the project. All equipment is positioned with appropriate safety clearances and integrated seamlessly with the surrounding surface.

Soft play areas for all environmentse

For homeowners, we create safe and practical garden play areas that blend into the garden while giving children a dedicated space to play, explore and enjoy the outdoors.

For commercial projects, we work with schools, nurseries and organisations to deliver professional soft play installations designed for durability, safety and regular use.

Our team understands the additional considerations involved in commercial settings and delivers reliable, long-lasting solutions.

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Why choose AJT Landscaping for soft play areas?

Specialists in children’s play areas

We design and install safe, well-planned play spaces tailored to each environment.

Expert ground preparation

Solid groundwork and drainage ensure long-term performance and safety.

Trusted local landscaping company

Serving Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey with a strong local reputation.

Professional design & installation

Careful attention to detail at every stage of the project.

More than just soft play areas

Our soft play areas service often forms part of a wider landscaping project. Check out some of our other landscaping services.

Garden Design

Handcrafted Play Equipment

Sensory Gardens

Turf & Artificial Turf

Soft Play Areas FAQs

What is a playground soft surface?

A playground soft surface is an impact-absorbing surface designed to reduce the risk of injury in children’s play areas. It provides a safer alternative to hard surfaces and is commonly used beneath play equipment in gardens, schools and commercial play spaces.

What types of soft play surfaces do you install?

We install a range of soft play surfaces, including rubber-based playground surfaces, artificial grass with safety underlay and selected natural play surfaces where appropriate. The best option depends on usage, safety requirements and the space available.

Can you create a children’s play area in a small garden?

Yes. We design children’s play areas to suit gardens of all sizes. Even compact spaces can be transformed with the right surface, layout and equipment placement.

Is ground preparation included in your soft play installations?

Yes. Proper ground preparation is a critical part of every soft play area. This includes excavation, levelling, installing a solid sub-base and ensuring adequate drainage to keep the surface safe and durable.

Do you install play equipment as part of the project?

Yes. While this service focuses on soft play surfacing, we can also install play equipment as part of the overall children’s play area, ensuring correct spacing and safety clearances.

Are your soft play areas suitable for commercial environments?

Yes. We design and install soft play areas for schools, nurseries and organisations, creating robust surfaces designed to withstand regular use while maintaining safety and performance.

How long does it take to install a soft play area?

Most soft play areas are completed within a few days, depending on the size of the space, the level of ground preparation required and the type of surface being installed.

How do I maintain a playground soft surface?

Maintenance depends on the surface type but generally includes keeping the area clean, removing debris and carrying out occasional checks to ensure the surface remains secure and level.

Where do you offer soft play area installations?

AJT Landscaping is based in Ash and installs children’s play areas and playground soft surfaces across Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey.

How do I get started with a soft play area project?

Simply book a free, no-obligation consultation with Alex. We’ll assess your space, recommend suitable soft play surfaces and design a safe, engaging children’s play area tailored to your needs.

Book your free soft play area consultation

If you’re planning a new children’s play area or upgrading an existing space, book a free, no-obligation consultation with Alex.

We’ll assess your space, discuss surface options and design a safe, practical solution tailored to your needs.

Contact AJT Landscaping today to start creating a safe and engaging soft play area.

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