Dorrington Park Playground Upgrade - Final Concept Plan
The final concept plan shows a long-term vision for the Dorrington Park 'Enchanted Forest' playground upgrade.
| The Enchanted Gateway | The Forest Troll | The Enchanted Village |
| The bespoke gateway entrances set the scene into the enchanted world of Dorrington Park, inviting children to choose their own forest playground adventure. | A friendly troll welcomes visitors with a seed pod inspired by the surrounding leopard trees. | Multi-level climbing play unit The Sleepy Dragons Den Nature-inspired grassed mounds Tunnel for exploration |
| The Whispering Woods | Mushroom Hollow | Nature-based play elements |
| Witches House play unit Storybook carriage springer Beehive cubby play space Double bay swings | Giant mushroom cubby Giant toadstool play features Garden-themed play spaces Natural landscape | Giant caterpillar Giant lady beetle Giant tomatoes, pumpkins and watermelons Bluestone steppers Discovery trails |
Features in the final concept plan include:
- Three enchanted forest-themed play zones:
- The Enchanted Village with multi-level climbing play unit
- The Whispering Woods with Witches House
- Mushroom Hollow with giant toadstools and a mushroom cubby.
- Unique themed play experiences, including the Enchanted Gateway entrance, friendly Forest Troll, The Sleepy Dragons Den with a baby dragon and eggs, plus other storybook-inspired features.
- Discovery trails, cubby houses, grassed seating mounds and nature-based play elements that encourage imaginative play, exploration and adventure.
- New climbing, balancing, sensory and active play equipment designed to support children of different ages and abilities.
- Double bay swings and dedicated play areas for both younger and older children.
- Accessible pathways to make it easier to move through the playground for people with prams, scooters and mobility needs.
- Upgraded playground surfaces and a more open layout with improved sightlines for easier supervision.
- Additional shaded seating, picnic table, and chairs and gathering spaces for families and carers.
- Retention of mature trees and four new trees to keep the natural character that makes the Enchanted Forest playground so special.
All features shown in the final concept plan are subject to detailed design, site planning, environmental considerations and future budget availability.
This community engagement has now closed. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback.
