Mr Motivator Loves Trampolines

November 30th, 2011

Mr Motivator conjures up images of lurid 90s lycra, excessive morning cheeriness and vigorous side stepping. However, the Motivational guru otherwise known as Derrick Evans, has turned his attentions to trampolines and in particular encouraging children to exercise more.

BounceKids follows all the same principals that Climbing Frames UK try to promote daily. In our (and Mr Motivator’s) eyes active children are healthier children and healthier children are happy children. The great thing about the BounceKids initiative is its use of trampolines and its integration into the school curriculum. Targeting children whilst they are at primary school age is a brilliant idea as it teaches positive habits which hopefully they will carry into adulthood. The secret to BounceKids’ success is the fun factor, if it’s fun then the exercise element becomes an added bonus. Kids love to bounce, and adults love to bounce too. In fact we challenge you not to smile whilst you’re on a trampoline.

The initiative has been so successful that Mr Motivator has taken it to Dubai – where according to the Health Authority 10% of children in Abu Dhabi are clinically obese. Fingers crossed in time the world will be covered in bounce advocates encouraging fun and movement with the use of trampolines.

We have a fantastic range of 8ft, 10ft, 12ft and 14ft trampolines which will enable children to remain active at home.

Bouncekids in Action! from bouncekids! on Vimeo.

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Climbing Frames For Small Gardens

November 7th, 2011

At Climbing Frames UK we try our best to cater to all gardens and all families. Of course it is not only those with a big back garden who want to buy our climbing frames. We often get asked which swing set is best suited to a small garden.

There are many considerations to think about when purchasing a climbing frame and one of the most important is the size of your garden. There are three climbing frames in particular that are suited to small gardens.

The Andorra Junior Climbing Frame is the smallest swingset. It is 3.14m wide and 2.72m deep and includes a vinyl chalk board, wavy slide, rock wall and 2 belt swings.

The Andorra

The Belfort is a fantastic climbing frame. Along with everything you would expect from a swingset such as swings, trapeze, slide and deck it also has a 2 child picnic table attached, perfect for messy play or outdoor eating. The Belfort is 3.89m wide and 3.15m deep.

The Belfort

The final climbing frame we would suggest for any of those with a small garden would be the Meadowvale II. This is a great value set and has all the elements a climbing frame should have. It has a 2.2m high railed wavy slide, rock wall, 1.2m high deck and trapeze bar. There is even room below the deck for a sand or ball pit area. The Meadowvale measures 3.91m wide and 3.21m deep.

The Meadowvale

It is also important to bear in mind that once the climbing frame is in place there should be a 1.8m perimeter left around it. This is to allow enough space for children to swing and play freely.

These swingsets are ideal for those with small gardens so never rule a climbing frame out.

 

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Competition Winner.

November 7th, 2011

We are extremely excited to announce the winner of the Selwood Cottage competition. The Climbing Frames UK Facebook page has gone wild since we launched this fantastic competition to win the wooden playhouse. We would like to say a huge thank you to all our new Facebook friends for liking the page and sharing it with all their friends. If you didn’t win this time keep your eyes peeled as we plan to launch an incredible Xmas competition very soon.

The Selwood Cottage competition winner is: Laura Halls Tobe

We have asked for their contact details and shall be in touch to arrange delivery shortly.

Thank you again to all those who entered. The competition got such an amazing response that the maufacturer of the cottage has decided to launch a competition of their own over on their Facebook page. So if you weren’t lucky this time you have a second chance. To go to their Facebook page click here and like the Selwood products page to enter. The winner will be announced next Monday so get in there quick.

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30 Deals of November: Week 2

November 4th, 2011

This is one of the biggest and longest climbing frame promotions we have ever done at climbing frames UK. We know that you are an organised bunch and like to be ahead of the swing set game. So each Friday we shall be announcing the following week’s deals on the blog. It is important to us that you get the right frame, so being able to see what’s coming up will mean you can make an informed choice and hopefully buy the climbing frame that is perfect for you and your family.

Here is an exclusive look at next week’s deals:

Monday 7th: Columbia
Tuesday 8th: Kettler double swingset
Wednesday 9th: Panorama
Thursday 10th: Admiral swingset
Friday 11th: Highlander

To view these climbing frames in more detail click here

 

 

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Climbing Frames UK Celebrates Halloween

October 28th, 2011

 

Here at Climbing Frames UK we will use any excuse to celebrate. The best thing about working with outdoor play equipment, climbing frames, trampolines and other really cool stuff is that it is basically required that we have fun.

The Selwood cottage is up for grabs at the moment and all of our Facebook friends have the opportunity to win it. So we decided in the honour of Old Hallow’s Eve we would recruit the help of a five year-old Witch and seven year-old Vampire to help us decorate the playhouse.

Here are some before and after photos.

We would love to see you cover your climbing frames in cobwebs or transform your trampoline.

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Climbing Frames – one way to tackle child obesity

September 23rd, 2011

Dealing with a very sensitive subject like child obesity is tricky. One way to approach the subject without hurting feelings would be to encourage more outdoor play without the mention of weight loss or diet.  

Chips

One American restaurant has now given chips a PG certificate

Highlander Climbing Frame

More outdoor play could help reduce child obesity

A lot has been said in the press over recent months about child obesity. It is a sensitive subject that most of us don’t really want to broach. However in the US, First Lady Michelle Obama has made it her personal mission to reduce what has been called an ‘epidemic’. Today 1 in 3 children in America are classed as obese, and her Let’s move! campaign is a step towards curing this. This is a very similar approach to our own change 4 life initiative, launched back in 2008, which encourages healthy eating and an increase in activity.

However, one restaurant in America has taken the initiative one step further by putting a PG rating on chips. Darden restaurants, who own several chains across the US, have banned children form ordering the popular food without parental permission. Do you think this is the right approach? Should we adopt the same tactics here in England?

Here at Climbing Frames UK our job is to encourage as much outdoor play as possible. It is common sense that having children sat in front of the television or computer for hours on end is doing nothing for their health. Child obesity is a touchy subject and no parent ever wants to put their child on a diet or restrict their food so an easier option is to encourage more play and more movement.

This weekend’s, ‘weekend special’, the Highlander Multi-Level Climbing Frame Swing Set, is just £899 and has a 3 position swing beam with 2 belt swings and a 2 child glider, rockwall, step ladder, spiral slide and multi-level playhouse, which allows for a variety of activities and movements. It’s the perfect way to encourage more exercise sensitively and with no bribery, begging or cajoling needed.


Go to http://www.climbingframesuk.com/http://www.climbingframesuk.com/highlander-multi-level-playcentre-6010.htm to purchase the highlander.

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Halle Berry enjoying a climbing frame with daughter Nahla

July 1st, 2011

Halle Berry at the playground helping Nahla on the climbing frame.

Halle Berry showed her hands on parenting skills as she took her delightful daughter Nahla to their local playground this week. The 44 year old actress and mum even took the time to demonstrate to 3yr old Nahla how to use the climbing frame before holding her up to help her cross the monkey bars (shown right).

It shows how climbing frames are not only great to help improve a child’s dexterity, confidence and social skills, they are also fantastic to help with bonding between parents and children. They clearly had a fantastic time playing on the playset swinging, sliding, climbing and even stayed for lunch.

Climbing Frames UK offer a fantastic selection of climbing frames, swings or playhouses so you can have your very own playground at home. Designed for home-build, our playsets come inclusive of all wood, hardware and accessories, and even an illustrated manual to help you through the build process – we even sell electric screwdrivers if you don’t have one!

With a great selection of sets available and starting from only a few hundred pounds we have something for everyone. Our premium sets come with large dimension lumber and quality components and accessories. If your children love slides then we have a whole selection including:

  • Straight slides with a wave in the middle for extra fun
  • Curved slides to provide a longer slide and exciting ride
  • Tube slides which are fully enclosed and provide an exhilarating descent
  • I the image on the right you can see Nahla enjoying climbing on the monkey bars or the playset. We also have a range of products that include monkey bars so your children can experience the same fun and excitement in your own garden, and what child wouldn’t dream to have a beautiful wooden swing set in their own back yard?

    Climbing Frames strive to take all the hassle, worry and difficulty out of shopping, purchasing and building a playset. Our easy to use website, great selection of market lead products backed up with our safety testing and secure payment processing means you’ll struggle to find an excuse not to get one!

    We even find many families coming back to us as mum and dad get a playset for the chldren first, then nannie and grandad want a climbing frame when the kids visit them, and brothers, sisters, aunts and uncles all realise the benefits of the fun, interaction and enjoyment a quality piece of play equipment can bring your family.

    You can view our full range of outdoor play equipment on our website including our wooden climbing frames, swing sets, playhouses, trampolines and outdoor toys.

    If you’ve already got a playset in your garden why not visit our facebook page and tag us in your image? Friends on our facebook page get the first alerts to new products, special offers and great competitions!

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    Pre-Order for delivery in July! Ready for the summer!

    May 26th, 2011

    Here at Climbing Frames UK we are thinking about the summer already!  So at the moment we have all our climbing frames available for pre-order for delivery in July! This gives you plenty of time to arrange the garden, save the money or plan a birthday present. We only ask for a deposit for the set and nearer the time we will send you a reminder to pay off the outstanding amount and then we can send out the set.  Our sets will be sent out in July just when the summer holidays start and once the set is up it will keep them entertained! We have lots of different sets available and these range in price also. If you do not want to pre-order you can buy it now! We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have or if you wish to place your order over the phone please contact us.

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    World Cup 2010 Penalty Shootout!

    June 3rd, 2010

    Climbing Frames UK not only supply the cheapest climbing frames, swingsets and trampolines, we also do the best online games!

    World Cup Penalty Shootout 2010 – Click on the following link to play “World Cup Shootout
    We have developed a little world cup penalty shootout game that we hope you’ll enjoy, and maybe even find a little addictive! As an added bonus to the fun we’re offering £100 prize for the winner (most goals). this is in the form of a discount of a new product from us, a refund against a purchased item or a gift voucher from Marks and Spencer or Toys R Us.

    Give the game a go, pass it to you friends and family and share the joy!

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    Outdoor toys direct to you door with Climbing Frames UK

    April 6th, 2010

    You can get wooden outdoor toys direct to your door with Climbing Frames UK. Specialising in Climbing frames, swing sets and play centres, Climbing Frames UK also have a some fantastic playhouses and trampolines.

    Selwood Products Windemere Playset from Climbing Frames UK
    The above playset, the Selwood Products Windemere, is available to be delivered direct to your home for FREE* (*applies to the majority of mainland UK, offshore locations, Ireland & Scottish Highlands surcharges apply)
    Climbing Frames UK Price Promise
    Climbings Frames UK is so confdent that they are unbeatable on price as well as quality, they guarantee the best prices in the UK on all products listed; from Climbing Frames, treehouses and forts to our quality playhouses, trampolines and sand pits!

    With our outdoor toys direct home delivery service you can pick the Climbing Frame or playset of your choice at the best price available in the UK rest assued that it will normally arrive within 7 days. Then you can open up the boxes to see your brand new playset neatly packaged inside.
    All items come with comprehensive picture based instructions to aid home build. Most sets take from 4-hours to a day to build, although some of the more impressive sets such as the Skyfort Playset or the Woodridge Playset can take a weekend, but you’ll not only be amazed of the quality but also the stunning look of the out door playsets.
    All of our wooden garden playsets are fantstic quality, look great in any garden, and will provide years of fun and enjoyment for the whole family. For further information on any of our playsystems please view the easy to use and detailed website at www.climbingframesuk.com, visit our MEGA London climbing frame display site in Brentwood, Essex or call our customer services team on 0870 241 2880 .

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