Fun is at the essence of playing at Weavers!
Fun was a theme that came across in many of our interviews. Weavers was a place that brought a lot of joy and fun to vulnerable children who for instance had caring responsibilities. Words would spread in the local community about the adventure playground.
Clip 1- Beverley Burnett: Discovering Weavers through word of mouth.
Some parents in the local community came across Weavers Adventure Playground through word of mouth. Young people who went to the playground encouraged others to come along.
Clip 2 – Alexander William: Storytelling to connect with children and young people.
Youth workers can use storytelling to build trust and engage young people at Weavers. Stories help to “come down to their [young people's] level” and “relaxes them”.
Clip 3 – Michelle Handley: The challenging swing structure and free play at Weavers.
The swing structure had a rope and was quite up the ground. It was for some children a real challenge, but there were other creative activities that young people could try and even get “mucky”.
Clip 4 – Zaffer Hassan: Injuries at Weavers
The injuries occurring whilst playing in the playground were understood to be part of playing and having fun.
Clip 5 – Steve Odlum: The Young Carnivaller’s Award
Steve Dalway's Mas Band used the hall in the building at Weavers to prepare for the Notting Hill Carnival. A series of activities for young people on Caribbean cultural heritage were set up to mark this occasion.
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