Check out the specification you prepare for the simple outdoor playground, it is do not have be big, you have to leave space for your family to barbecue, space for your garden and lounge with friends, anyway it is will depend you whole plan for the yard!

Find out items that could convert into playground equipment on your broom closet, scraps of wood, rope, used tires all have potential. Take out all your tools and get the rest of items from flee markets. It is easy to get accessories for swing, but slides and climbing rock need to buy.