Screens are Stealing Childhoods!
....but Outdoor Play Starts Here!​​​​​​​​​
Our Team
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Meet the people behind The Monkeybar Store
Real families. Real engineering. A shared mission to bring back everyday outdoor play.
Iain Greenshields – Founder
The inspiration for Monkeybar Store began when Iain, a parent of three energetic children and a chartered structural engineer, returned to the UK after working overseas, and found the outdoor-play market lacking. Existing monkey-bar frames were either basic, wooden, or too decorative to offer real adventure.
Combining his engineering expertise with a love of outdoor activity, Iain set out to design a premium UK-made steel frame that could stand up to years of play — equipment strong enough for adults and children alike, turning gardens into spaces for movement, challenge, and connection.
Today, Iain leads product development, safety standards, and the company’s long-term vision. Under his guidance, Monkeybar Store has become a trusted name for families and schools who want equipment built to last and designed to inspire.
For Iain, childhood isn’t about screens or schedules — it’s about climbing, swinging, laughing, and living outdoors.
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Denise Calder – Executive Partner
Denise works alongside Iain to shape and drive Monkeybar Store’s mission to bring back everyday outdoor play. Her vision and expertise in strategy, communication, and purpose-led leadership have been instrumental in transforming the brand into a movement that inspires families and schools across the UK.
With a background spanning senior roles in healthcare, science, executive leadership, and business transformation, Denise believes that real wellbeing begins with active, confident children. At Monkeybar Store, she focuses on weaving that purpose into every part of the brand — from the story we tell, to the relationships we build, to the communities we serve.
For Denise, Monkeybar Store isn’t just a business — it’s a shared belief that childhood should be lived outdoors.
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🎨 Design & Layout Guidance (for Web Team)
Element
Recommendation
Layout
Two-column responsive grid (portrait left, bio right). Stack vertically on mobile.
Visual tone
Natural lighting, warm colour grading (soft greens, earth tones, sky blues).
Typography
Use the same type hierarchy as homepage body copy. Headings in bold sans-serif, bios in readable serif or clean sans.
CTA (optional)
Button below bios: “Join the campaign — bring back everyday outdoor play.”
Background
Subtle texture (pale stone or off-white) to differentiate from white product pages.
Trusted by Families Across the UK
Freestanding, modular, and loved by families nationwide.
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"In just a short time, we've observed remarkable development in pupils' physical skills, confidence levels, and upper body strength across all users, regardless of their starting point"!
Dene House Primary School, County Durham
Join the Adventure
Our Monkey Bars are designed for strength, durability, and adventure, making them a lasting investment in active play and family bonding. Built to withstand the test of time, they offer unmatched quality and functionality for all ages.
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Ready to create your own backyard ninja warrior course? Explore our range and start your Monkey Bar journey today. Have questions? Get in touch—we’re happy to help!