Surlingham Play Area
Description: Surlingham Parish Council conducted a public consultation in April 2026 to gather views on the condition and future development of Surlingham Play Area. The consultation was promoted through multiple village channels and received responses from 21 households, plus two child friendly questionnaires via Surlingham School. Although participation was modest, the feedback provides clear and consistent direction for refurbishment priorities. The findings highlight concerns around safety, accessibility, equipment suitability, and the overall quality of the play environment.
Summary: Surlingham Parish Council is procuring works to refurbish Surlingham Play Area in the East of England. The requirement covers playground equipment, including swings, playground swings, climbing apparatus, slides, seesaws and tunnels. The project responds to a public consultation that identified concerns about safety, accessibility, equipment suitability and the overall quality of the play environment. The council is seeking a supplier able to improve the play area through suitable refurbishment works and equipment provision. The procurement is categorised as works, with the equipment scope centred on children’s outdoor play facilities. The consultation included responses from 21 households and child-friendly questionnaires completed through Surlingham School, providing the direction for the refurbishment priorities.