As a parish councillor for Stadhampton, I’m delighted to share our overwhelmingly positive experience working with Setter Play on the design and installation of our new play area on the village green.

From our very first conversation, Aleks at Setter Play was fantastic to work with. He was incredibly responsive, full of creative ideas, and immediately grasped the vision we had for the space. This was not a straightforward project – we had to work within the same footprint as the previous play area and had ambitious goals around accessibility. Not to mention, there were some strong opinions within the village, but Aleks handled every interaction with such professionalism, warmth, and clarity that he quickly earned the respect of everyone involved. He navigated community engagement with a deft, considerate touch that made a real difference.

The final design far exceeded our expectations. We challenged Setter Play to dream big within some pretty tight constraints, and they absolutely delivered. The way they integrated inclusive, accessible features without compromising on fun, aesthetics, or flow was simply outstanding. The result is a play area that feels exciting and modern but still very much rooted in our village character.

The installation team was equally impressive. Professional, friendly, and clearly passionate about what they do, they made an effort to engage with curious children who wandered over daily to watch the progress. Despite working through some truly unpleasant winter conditions, they finished the project bang on schedule without ever compromising on quality.

But perhaps the most powerful endorsement comes from the community. Four months on, families are still flocking to Stadhampton just to use the new play area – it has quickly become a regional destination. Despite constant, enthusiastic use, the equipment remains in pristine condition, a testament to the quality of both the design and the build.

If you’re considering a similar project, I honestly cannot recommend Setter Play highly enough. Their creativity, professionalism, and warmth made what could have been a difficult process into a genuinely joyful collaboration. I would be more than happy to speak to anyone interested in hearing more about our experience.