ParkPlay in Herts

What is ParkPlay? 

ParkPlay is two hours of FREE fun every Saturday in local parks and open spaces. It’s delivered by the local community, for the local community. 

To register once and play free always click here.
People of all ages are welcome to join in the active and inclusive games. It's a safe, welcoming way to connect and have fun! 

Read our report HERE, which reflects on the insights, challenges, and lessons learned from coordinating ParkPlay in Hertfordshire over the past two years.

Where do we play in Herts?

Town	ParkPlay Location
Bishop's Stortford	Castle Park ParkPlay
Broxbourne	Grundy Park ParkPlay
Hemel Hempstead	Yewtree Primary School ParkPlay

Interested in becoming a ParkPlay PlayLeader?

PlayLeaders are the ones who make ParkPlay happen every week. You don't need to commit every week and can bring your family with you.

PlayLeaders:

• Set up ParkPlay before ParkPlayers arrive
• Lead games and keep the buzz going
• Build relationships with ParkPlayers
• Welcome ParkPlayers to ParkPlay
• Make sure everyone is included and involved
• Scan ParkPlay Passes and report any accidents.

ParkPlay will provide:

• Full support and training, including an enhanced DBS, first aid qualification, safeguarding, tech, safety and promotion.
• Access to the PlayLeader digital community with over 200 members.
• Guides, support on Saturdays, monthly newsletter of ideas and top tips.
• Resources, equipment, games and kit.

To take your first step towards becoming a PlayLeader in Herts email f.lahiffe2@herts.ac.uk to arrange an informal chat.

Talk to us about partnering to bring new ParkPlays to Hertfordshire.

We're interested in hearing from organisations and individuals who have ideas about where Hertfordshire's next ParkPlay location could be and how to make it happen. Getting ParkPlays off the ground takes local insight, passionate people and access to funding. If you can bring any of those ingredients to the table then we'd love to chat
Email parkplay@herts.ac.uk and we'll be in touch.

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It's fantastic to have a couple of hours on a Saturday just to let my hair down, embrace my inner child and get some fresh air. The PlayLeaders who guide the sessions are great, they make everyone feel really welcome and relaxed. My kids come along with me too and the smiles on their faces say it all really  - they absolutely love it!