Designing outdoor security for a heritage garden

Nestled within the grandeur of Windsor Great Park in Berkshire, you’ll find the Savill Garden. The picture-perfect 35-acre haven is a symphony of garden and woodland displays, teeming with vibrant hydrangeas in Summer Wood and the resplendent hues of Autumn Wood.

Commissioned by George V and brought to life by Eric Savill in 1932, this park charms approximately five million visitors annually. Today, Savill Garden stands as a beloved destination for nature enthusiasts, photography buffs and families alike. It’s more than just a park – it’s a source of inspiration and a tribute to nature’s beauty.

Challenge

Indoor entrance control is necessary for a ticketed children’s play area. External entrance control is essential for garden access. Garden entrance control aims to manage the influx of visitors in and out of the gardens, while also ensuring that only paying guests can enter, reducing instances of tailgating.

Solution

While working on this project for Savill Garden, it was decided that both our indoor and outdoor speed gates were required. For the outdoor security that leads to the garden, the EasyGate SPT-Outdoor Speed Gates were the perfect choice due to the IP53 rating, meaning they’re robust against different weather conditions, including rain, snow, humidity, and changes in temperature. With this, the client opted for stainless steel speed gates with 3 lanes outdoors and another lane inside the Savill Building that lead to a ticketed children’s play area.

In addition to being weather resistant, the outdoor speed gates chosen by the client feature specialist integrations for a bespoke finish. It has the all-in-one combined EasyScan access control reader allowing users to present a barcode scanner on smartphones, tablets, or printed tickets to seamlessly grant access to customers.

A requirement for the security solution to blend in with the surroundings in both the garden and the indoor area meant that they were selected in stainless steel. The classic look prevents them from standing out to cater to the natural look. On top of this, the client have their branding embedded onto the glass the make the bespoke design unique to their business.

Results

With the client’s choice of rounded top lids, the speed gates have a softened overall look to complement the beautiful gardens.

 

Project Facts

• Client
  Crown Estate
• Sector
  Leisure
• Location
  Windsor
• Product
  EasyGate SPT Outdoor Speed Gates