Mud Bath to Fitness Trail

Ley Park Primary, Hertfordshire

The Problem
Ley Park Primary School had a small stand of trees in the grounds that were attractive enough from a distance but the ground beneath was constantly muddy with little grass growth. The area was usually unsuitable for play. In other words, it was a waste of valuable space.

The Solution
AEL came to the rescue with a three-part solution:

A fitness trail beneath the trees, making for an enhanced   physical education and recreation area.

Play matting to encourage grass growth, protect against the mud and provide safety surfacing.

A fence to secure the area.

AEL personnel undertook the complete project. 
The design, groundworks, manufacture of equipment at the AEL factory and site installation were all completed by qualified, directly employed AEL personnel.  This ensured a timely, high quality project and no hassle for the school. The rubber matting laid between the trees and under the trail apparatus protects the grass whilst blending beautifully with the environment.  The matting has the added benefit of being an approved safety surface with a critical fall height of up to three metres.

AEL trim trail and play equipment is made in the UK being manufactured at the AEL factory in Reading. Berkshire