The classic climbing frame. Found in play areas up and down the country, they’re much loved by children of all ages.

Whether you’re looking for a new addition to your school playground, or your local council is constructing a brand new play area, one of our climbing frames is guaranteed to be a hit. Browse our collection below, or get in touch with our playground equipment specialists for help choosing the perfect climbing frame for your project!

Climbing frames designed for kids of all ages

Over the past 27 years, we have designed a huge range of wooden climbing frames that are suitable for all ages and budgets. 

Combining physical challenges with distinctive design, our climbing frames are the perfect addition to any play space, and the ideal piece of equipment to help children have fun and burn off some of their seemingly limitless energy, whilst getting some much-needed fresh air.

Benefits of children’s climbing frames

Climbing frames don’t just let children play and have fun, but they also help them to develop a range of skills that are essential for every child’s development, including:

  • Gross motor skills – Using their arms and legs to move up climbing walls and swing across monkey bars, children can improve their balance, hand-eye coordination and agility.
  • Social and emotional coping skills – By encouraging cooperation, communication and turn-taking, climbing frames can help children develop essential social skills and emotional coping mechanisms. Facing challenges on the frame builds resilience and confidence, teaching kids to manage frustration and solve problems, which enhances their ability to handle an array of emotions.
  • Physical development – Climbing facilitates healthy body processes that can help promote overall wellness and a child’s physical development. Just some of the advantages of climbing include increased cardiovascular flow, improved flexibility, improved strength and enhanced coordination.
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking skills – Climbing frames that feature pirate ships or castles, for instance, encourage imaginative play. By embracing their creativity during playtime, children can build on their problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Design the perfect climbing frame with Setter Play

Need help choosing the perfect kids’ climbing frame for your playground? Want to find out more about a specific climbing frame in our collection?

We’re here for you! We’ve been helping schools, nurseries and councils across our home county of Bedfordshire and throughout the UK to create an exciting playground environment for more than two decades, so we’re confident that we can help you find the perfect new piece for your outdoor play space.

Give us a call today on 01462 817 538 or email us at [email protected] and we’ll get back to you with more information shortly!

Climbing Frame FAQs

On average, well-built wooden climbing frames last for around 15-20 years, but their exact longevity depends on several different factors, including:
  • Wood type – At Setter Play, all our wooden climbing frames are made from high-quality pine and pressure-treated for maximum longevity.
  • Pressure treatment – Pressure-treated timber lasts up to four times longer than untreated alternatives.
  • Maintenance – The better you take care of your wooden climbing frame, the longer it'll last.
Here at Setter Play, we design and manufacture high-quality wooden climbing frames that are built to last. Whether it's for your school playground or local park, decades of fun are always guaranteed when you choose one of our outdoor climbing frames!
If you want to make the most of your wooden outdoor climbing frame, there are several maintenance steps you need to follow to ensure maximum longevity, including:
  • Check and tighten – You should check all nuts, bolts, and screws regularly (at least twice a month during peak usage season) to make sure that they’re properly in place, and tighten them if needed. Take care not to overtighten, though, as this can cause the wood to crack.
  • Clean regularly – Cleaning is especially important if you want to keep your wooden climbing frame in good condition. Using a mild cleaning detergent, remove mould, mildew, and other debris like leaves to keep your climbing frame in the best condition and ensure it’s safe for children to use.
  • Inspect for wear and tear – Keep an eye out for splinters, rust, and any other signs of deterioration so that you can replace worn-down or damaged parts as soon as possible.
All our wooden play equipment at Setter Play comes with a 15-year structural guarantee to ensure maximum life expectancy, and that you can make the absolute most from your investment.
Climbing frames are a classic piece of play equipment and one that every playground needs. Whilst, yes, they’re super fun, they also offer a range of benefits for children that you might not realise. Not only do they help little ones with their physical development, but they also aid cognitive development – helping them expand their problem-solving, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills as they work their way around the frame. As well as this, climbing frames can also help kids build resilience and confidence, and learn how to manage their emotions by overcoming obstacles and mastering their climbing technique. You really can’t go wrong!
Absolutely! At Setter Play, we can create bespoke wooden climbing frames and other types of play equipment, allowing you to design your equipment in line with your size requirements and colour scheme or style preferences. Our expert design team will walk you through each step of the process, from your initial consultation right the way through to the day of installation and beyond – helping you design a climbing frame that looks great in your space, and that children can enjoy for decades to come. To discuss your bespoke playground equipment needs in further detail, get in touch with our expert team today!