A giant penguin sculpture has been unveiled at Edinburgh Zoo as part of a new themed playpark.
The 4.9-metre-tall structure, which weighs around four tonnes, forms the centrepiece of a bespoke penguin-themed play area created by KOMPAN for the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS).
The new giant penguin playpark. (Image: RZSS)
Beccy Angus, head of discovery and learning at RZSS, said: “Inspired by our world-famous penguins, the new playpark at Penguins Rock creates a direct link between play and learning.
The playpark. (Image: RZSS)
Ms Angus added: “We wanted to build something that families would remember, talk about and return to.”
The playpark has been designed for children of all ages and abilities, with a focus on imaginative, inclusive and active play.
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Built from natural Robinia hardwood, the penguin structure is intended to encourage open-ended play and exploration.
Interactive features include an optic panel, tic-tac-toe panel, music panel, drawing wall and talk tubes.
Zoo staff said the features are designed to help children communicate, engage their senses and self-regulate in an inclusive environment.
The playpark was funded by the Nancie Massey Charitable Trust.
