Why choose a wooden climbing frame?

Why choose a wooden climbing frame?

Cedar lumber is Gorilla Climbing Frames preferred choice. Its natural beauty and outstanding physical properties make it ideal for outdoor projects. Which is why our climbing frames are built from premium cedar wood. Gorilla climbing frame sets include a fort play tower with ladder access. As standard, we include three swings and either one or…

How safe is safe?  Do you test your Gorilla Climbing Frames?

How safe is safe? Do you test your Gorilla Climbing Frames?

Choosing a wooden climbing frame for your family is exciting! Slides, swings, climbing walls – they are all there for you to consider. But what about safety? Is this something you had considered? At Gorilla Climbing Frames UK, safety is paramount. Our frames and package sets are all thoroughly tested to ensure years of safe fun…

Gorilla supports Grassroots Football with kit sponsorship

Gorilla supports Grassroots Football with kit sponsorship

Our Gorilla Climbing Frames key audience is children aged 3 years to 10 years. And of course we want children to be healthy and active and enjoy playing outside with their friends. This is something we are hugely invested in, and is exactly why we promote our outdoor play equipment for children. Of course then…

Climbing Frames & Mud Kitchen Play

Climbing Frames & Mud Kitchen Play

Mud kitchens for EYFS promotes development in all seven areas of learning. Using an outdoor kitchen is a fun & messy learning activity that helps little ones develop imagination and engage in sensory play. Mud kitchens encourage children to talk about what they’re doing during play. The excitement of being outside and being involved in messy…

Climbing Frames & Child Development

Climbing Frames & Child Development

EYFS (Early Years) play is important for children’s development. Playing outdoors allows children to develop self-confidence, independence and self-esteem. They also become aware of limits, boundaries and challenge in their play. Children that play outdoors, for example on climbing frames, are more likely to try new activities. Outdoor activities are linked to physical exploration and movement,…

Securing Your Climbing Frame with Anchor Stakes

Securing Your Climbing Frame with Anchor Stakes

All of our wooden climbing frame sets come with anchor stakes as standard. And no additional costs are levied. The anchors are found within the packaging and hardware that comes with all climbing frames. Why do climbing frames need anchor stakes? The Gorilla Playsets climbing frames are made from Cunninghamia Lancelotta – cedar wood. Cedar is a…

Climbing Frame Safety

Climbing Frame Safety

Climbing Frames spark imagination and can be the catalyst of make believe games within child led play. Whilst encouraging this, the priority is always ensuring climbing frame safety remains paramount. At Gorilla climbing frames, we consider protecting little ones our priority and climbing frame safety is paramount. From proper supervision to routine maintenance, our guidelines…

Can my Climbing Frame be installed on grass?

Can my Climbing Frame be installed on grass?

In short, the answer is 100% yes! All of our wooden climbing frames have been specifically designed to be installed on to grass. The climbing frames all come with ground anchors, as standard, to provide security and stability to the frame. Most customers assemble their frame on to grass, in their garden. The impact absorption of…

New Climbing Frames have landed!

New Climbing Frames have landed!

Outdoor play presents unique physical and mental health benefits that are crucial for a child’s development. Because participating in activities such as climbing and sliding creates delightful and memorable experiences, it will nurture a child’s imagination. Gorilla climbing frames are made entirely of 100% Cedar Wood. It is stained, with a child, pet and plant…