Coastal Holiday Park Unveils Stunning New Play Area as Part of £25m Transformation

eibe Play was commissioned by Leisure Concepts — one of the UK's leading leisure project management companies — to design and install a brand-new, bespoke play area at Unity Beach Holiday Park in Brean, Somerset. The project formed a key part of the park's ambitious £25 million redevelopment for the 2026 summer season, which also included a new Lido, entertainment complex, and swimming pool facilities.

Working to a demanding project timeline and budget, and navigating a series of planning delays affecting the wider development, eibe Play collaborated closely with all stakeholders to deliver a high-quality, inclusive play space on time and to specification.

The park's coastal location presented an additional design consideration: all equipment needed to withstand the corrosive effects of a seaside environment. Power-coated play equipment with stainless steel fixings was specified throughout to ensure long-term durability and safety.

eibe Play designed and installed a fully inclusive, bespoke play area featuring a carefully curated selection of innovative equipment to appeal to children of all ages and abilities:

  • 'Praying Mantis' climbing unit with integrated slide — a striking centrepiece that encourages adventurous play
  • Wheelchair-accessible toddler unit — featuring a slide, climbing wall, and climbing net, ensuring the space is welcoming to all children
  • Zip line — a perennial favourite delivering thrills for older children
  • Flora traversing unit — promoting balance, coordination, and active movement
  • Themed spring rockers — imaginative, engaging play for younger visitors
  • Themed crawling tunnel — encouraging exploration and imaginative play
  • Artificial grass safety surface with padded underlay — installed to EN1177 safety certification standards, providing a safe, attractive, and low-maintenance finish

The play area was completed in the first week of July 2026, perfectly timed for the Grand Opening of the wider £25 million Unity Beach development. The finished space delivers an inclusive, exciting, and durable play environment that will delight visitors for years to come — and stands as a testament to what can be achieved through close collaboration, careful planning, and quality craftsmanship, even under challenging project conditions.