Dimensions (subject to customisations) |
Platforms: Lower: 1.7m (W) x 1.7m (D) x 1.5m or 1.8m (H) Upper: 1.7m (W) x 1.7m (D) x 2m (at highest point) (H) Monkey Bars: 3m (2 swings) or 3.8m (3 swings) (L) Wave Slide: 2.4m (L) Max Frame Height: 3.5m (for 1.5m high platform) |
Recommended Space Required (subject to customisations) |
9.3m x 7.1m |
Customisable |
Our Base Explorer is fully customisable and can be configured to suit your needs. Please contact us for more information. |
Origin |
Hand-built in Gloucestershire |
Material |
Built from Scandinavian, pressure-treated redwood. All frames and panelling are fixed in place using stainless steel fixings to ensure longevity. |
Sustainability |
All timber is FSC or PEFC endorsed |
Certifications |
All products are manufactured to EU safety standards |
Installation |
Due to the size of the climbing frame, we recommend using our professional installation service. Please refer to our Professional Installation tab. |
Warranty |
15 year guarantee on timber against rot and infestation. 2 year warranty on workmanship, fixtures and fittings. 1 year guarantee on all accessories. |
Discovery Base Explorer Climbing Frame
The most affordable customisable climbing frame in our Discovery range. The split tower offers a spacious den on the ground floor and comfortable upper deck, with multiple accessories, for countless hours of outdoor fun. Built using commercial grade timber, it can be fully customised to meet your needs. Contact us for a no-obligation quote and 3D design. Completely hassle-free installation available.
This climbing frame is perfect for residential gardens. For commercial projects (schools and public use playgrounds) please contact us for more information as commercial use climbing frames have different requirements for certain elements.
The Base Explorer is the most affordable and compact climbing frame in our Discovery range. It’s available in 1.5m or 1.8m platform height to give little ones plenty of headroom as they grow. The ground floor den and upstairs platform are spacious and can be comfortably used by 4-5 children at the same time, whilst still providing safe access to the monkey bars, slide and ramp.
This is not your average climbing frame; it’s much bigger than most climbing frames on the market. It’s also suitable for all ages and not just toddlers, unlike most cheaper alternatives, due to the generous platform height. Built with commercial grade timber - Scandinavian, pressure-treated Redwood, which is known for its good quality, this is a robust construction that will last for many years to come, reflected by our 15 year guarantee on the timber (against rot and infestations).
With a great choice of accessories, you can design the perfect playground for the whole family. Choose between a wave slide, super slide, tube slide (only available for 1.8m platform height), monkey bars/ swings, climbing wall, scramble net, fire pole and more.
Contact us today for an obligation-free 3D design and quote. Simply provide photos and dimensions of the site, tell us your requirements and let our design team work their miracles. Check the full ordering process below.
Our frames are made by hand by our team in Gloucestershire who have over 15 years’ experience. All timber is sustainably sourced from FSC or PEFC endorsed forests. If you choose our installation service, we always concrete our climbing frames in place so you can be assured the equipment is safe, sturdy and durable. Our playgrounds work best on flat, level ground but our skilled installers can work miracles on uneven landscape.
The Base Explorer in the photos includes:
- Tower with 1.5m platform height
- Monkey bars/swing arm
- Two swings of your choice (choose between rubber swing seats or rubber baby cradle seats or why not try a nest swing?)
- Wave Slide
- Scramble Net (armoured cable, commercial grade)
- Climbing Wall (Resin Stone Rockwall)
- Timber Ramp
- Internal Benches x 2
- Chalkboard
For this set the recommended space required is 9.3m x 7.1m but it can be reconfigured to suit your needs.
Please note that all prices exclude Installation. Check our Professional Installation & Safety Surfacing Options tabs for more information.
Our custom built outdoor climbing frames are built-to-order. You can configure them in any way you want. The images on this page are of other customers' configurations and we can replicate that for you if you like what you see. We will design a 3D version for you with a complete proposal and quote including delivery and installation timelines.
Fill out the form on this page so we can contact you to start the conversation!
Simply provide some dimensions of the site and any specific requirements and let our design team work their miracles.
We use commercial grade timber - Scandinavian, pressure treated Redwood - known for its good quality. The slow growth process of Scandinavian Redwood, makes it much less likely to split, warp or have other defects.
That's why we can offer the following guarantees:
✅ 15 years on all timber against rot and infestations
✅ 2 years on workmanship fixtures, and fittings
✅ 1 year on all accessories.
Our team have over 15 years' experience in manufacturing and installing climbing frames. We are confident that our climbing frames will last for many years to come.
Delivery is included with installation. Please see Installation tab for more information.
Delivery time: 9-10 weeks from the date of order. Delivery takes a little while longer because our Discovery Climbing Frames are handmade to order.
But trust us, they're worth the wait!
Returns: as our Discovery Climbing Frames are made to order, we do not offer returns. For further information, check our Delivery & Returns Policy.
We know how hard it is to install a big climbing frame on your own, so we have a dedicated in-house installation team who can help you. We offer a complete installation service throughout mainland UK. Our installers are fully trained, clean and tidy and they will always help you site your equipment where it’s best and ensure you are happy with everything before they leave.
Installation starts from £625. Please contact us for a quote.
Worried that you might be moving house in the future? We’ve got you covered. Our installation team can help you dismantle your climbing frame, take it to the new property and have it rebuilt.
Discovery Base Explorer Climbing Frame Ordering Process 🏠
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Step 1: Let's talk 📞
We start by discussing your requirements and customisation options including space, budget and must-haves. It’s helpful to know where the frame will be built, so we’ll ask you for photos of the site and basic dimensions. In some cases, we come out for a site visit.
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Step 2: We'll 3D design your frame 👨🏻💻
Our design team will prepare a 3D drawing (to scale) showing you exactly what the climbing frame would look like in your space. We also provide a detailed breakdown of all costs, so you know exactly what you are paying for but also how changes can affect the overall project value.
Our design service is entirely free and obligation-free. If you decide to leave us after this stage, we promise to have no hard feelings 💛
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Step 3: Build & Enjoy 🛝
Once you approve the design, our team in Gloucestershire will start building your personalised playground by hand. We offer completely hassle-free installation with our fully trained, in-house installation team.
We agree a date to come and commence the build. In most cases, assembly involves a 3-man team, and it takes around 2/3 days for a single frame set.
Enjoying your climbing frame 🥰
Our frames are built using commercial grade timber and high-quality accessories, as we believe that outdoor playgrounds should only be purchased once. We therefore build them to be safe, sturdy, and reliable, suitable for younger and older kids alike, so they can be enjoyed for many years to come.
🪚 Custom built just for you
Every climbing frame is individually manufactured and built just for you. This means you can customise the frame and create a completely unique experience for your family.
Choose from as a range of accessories to build the perfect climbing frame for years to come 🏡
No-obligation 3D design & proposal 🖥️
Send us photos of your space with some measurements and we'll put together a proposal for you including a 3D illustration of how your chosen climbing frame will look in your space.
Here's an example of a 3D design we did for another customer.
Long lasting: Guaranteed for 15 years 🧿
We use commercial grade timber - Scandinavian, pressure treated Redwood - known for its good quality. The slow growth process of Scandinavian Redwood, makes it much less likely to split, warp or have other defects.
That's why we can offer the following guarantees:
✅ 15 years on all timber against rot and infestations
✅ 2 years on workmanship fixtures, and fittings
✅ 1 year on all accessories.
Our team have over 15 years' experience in manufacturing and installing climbing frames. We are confident that our climbing frames will last for many years to come.
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Peace of mind and protection: 15-year guarantee 💎
✅ 15 years on all timber against rot and infestations
✅ 2 years on workmanship fixtures, and fittings
✅ 1 year on all accessories.
Our team have over 15 years' experience in manufacturing and installing climbing frames. We are confident that our climbing frames will last for many years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions asked by others. You can also check our dedicated FAQ's page for more common questions and answers.
You will get an automated confirmation email and text message with your payment receipt within a few minutes.
When your order has been shipped we will email you again with a tracking code.
We deliver all over the United Kingdom with free delivery on almost all products.
We are able to deliver this product to Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey with a surcharge of £125. Please contact us if you wish to place an order for delivery to these locations as our website's checkout process may not accept an address in these postcodes.
Please note we are unable to deliver to Scottish Offshore Islands.
10-14 Working Day Delivery.
Delivery is free to UK mainland.
We use two methods of delivery, either on one of our own dedicated vehicles or via a national pallet network. You will be notified by email at the point of dispatch which method is chosen, this will be decided based upon your postcode.
If delivery is by one of our dedicated vehicles you will receive an email notifying you of the day of delivery, followed by a SMS message on the morning of delivery with an hours delivery slot.
If your delivery is via the national pallet network you will receive a call directly from them to arrange the day of delivery.
Yes to both!
You automatically get any manufacturer's warranty included with your purchase which covers you for damaged or defective products. This can be between 1 to 13 years depending on the manufacturer. See individual product details for more specific information.
Yes! We offer PayPal's "Pay in 3" option to spread the cost of your purchase over 3 payments, completely interest free.
Simply choose PayPal at checkout as your payment method and then "Pay in 3" when logged in via PayPal.
You can reach out to our customer service team via our Contact Us page, via live chat, or you can call us on 0333 090 1796. We are available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.