Buggybuddys guide to toddler Playgrounds in Perth โ your ultimate directory to the best toddlerโfriendly parks and play spaces across Perth and WA. Kids love burning off energy at parks, and Perth is packed with amazing new Playgrounds featuring modern equipment, nature play, water play and allโabilities facilities. Best of all, theyโre all FREE!
Whatโs so great about toddler Playgrounds in Perth?
These parks are designed especially for little ones. Toddlers can safely practise their climbing and sliding, explore educational and sensory elements, and enjoy musical play, water play, mud kitchens and sand tables with friends. Many toddler Playgrounds are fully or partially fenced, helping keep speedy little runners away from roads and car parks.
Our listings also include handy details like nearby coffee shops, cafรฉs and familyโfriendly restaurants, so you can grab a takeaway or enjoy a meal before or after your play. Make a day of it and create some amazing memories with your little ones at Perthโs best toddler Playgrounds.
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FeaturedThe Village East Playground at Whiteman Park is a bright, modern play space where toddlers can confidently explore while older children still find plenty of challenges. Shade sails cover much of the main structure, making it a comfortable spot to play even on sunny days. Youโll find the Playground in The Village at Whiteman Park, right across from the Village Cafe and immediately beside the Mini Water Playground, which operates during the warmer months (generally 10amโ5pm โ always check the Whiteman Park website for current seasonal dates and conditions). With toilets, BBQs and plenty of seating close by, itโs easy Read moreโฆ
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Ahoy sailors! Set within the Sienna Wood estate in Hilbert, Shipwreck Park is a fantastic nautical-themed destination Playground designed with families and inclusivity in mind. Located around 36km south-east of Perth, this big, bright, fully fenced space is ideal for toddlers through to tweens, with plenty to keep everyone busy for hours. From the moment you arrive, itโs clear the park has been thoughtfully planned for families. Thereโs a generous car park, unisex toilets and a parent room close by, and the entire Playground is fully fenced with multiple entry and exit points, including a push-button gate thatโs perfect for Read moreโฆ
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Amberton Beach Toddler Playground in Eglinton is a gorgeous little coastal spot, purposeโbuilt for younger children and perfectly positioned to make the most of those Indian Ocean views. Set right next to Amberton Beach Bar & Kitchen on the beach side of the Amberton Estate, itโs an easy place to stop for a play before or after a meal or drink at the Beach Bar. The Playground has been designed with toddlers in mind and is mostly fenced, which is a big plus for parents with speedy little runners. While itโs not fully enclosed, the only open section is a Read moreโฆ
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Neil Hawkins Park in Joondalup is a beautiful, family-friendly park thatโs perfectly suited to younger children and families wanting a relaxed day outdoors. Nestled alongside Lake Joondalup, it offers a lovely mix of Playground fun, nature and open grassy spaces, making it easy to spend a few hours there without needing to go anywhere else. The Playground is set on soft sand, which is gentle on little knees and ideal for kids who love to dig and play. A standout feature is the fire truckโthemed play area, which is fantastic for imaginative play. Children can climb, explore and pretend theyโre Read moreโฆ
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Tucked away on Bromley Street in Beckenham, Bee Park is a sweet little neighbourhood Playground thatโs perfect for toddlers and young children. The entire space is designed around a bee and honeycomb theme, with hexagonal play zones and cute bee details that inquisitive kids will love. The main play area is set within a large hexagon and features a cheerful bee platform with a slide. Children can reach the platform via a wooden bridge or by tackling climbing ropes on either side, offering a bit of a challenge for confident toddlers and preschoolers while still feeling manageable for younger kids Read moreโฆ
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Katanning All Ages Playground is one of those rare, iconic country Playgrounds that kids โ and their parents โ remember for years afterwards. Originally built in the 1980s and lovingly refreshed with a $5 million upgrade, it still has that old-school โgiant Playgroundโ feel, but with modern safety and family facilities. If youโre heading to Albany or Denmark, itโs absolutely worth planning your break here rather than at a roadside servo. Original slide in the 1980s. Image courtesy of Katanning All Ages Playground Facebook Page The first thing youโll spot is the towering bright red spiral slide standing 10 metres Read moreโฆ
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Harbour Playground in Secret Harbour is an awardโwinning, fully fenced and inclusive play space set right on the Secret Harbour foreshore, alongside the Secret Harbour Surf Life Saving Club. Also known as Palermo Cove Reserve, this bright oceanโthemed park has been thoughtfully designed so families of all ages and abilities can play together, with accessible equipment, softโfall throughout and multiple quiet corners to retreat to. The standout feature of Harbour Playground is the huge underwater cave structure crowned by a giant octopus. Kids can climb the brightly coloured tentacles, scramble over the tunnel or tackle different climbing routes to reach Read moreโฆ
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Tucked on the corner of Royal and Lockwood Streets in Yokine, Royal Lockwood Reserve is a modern fenced Playground that blends nature play with traditional equipment, making it a handy little spot for local families, especially those with toddlers and young primary schoolers. Once you step through the gate, youโre greeted by a sweet nature play area to the right. Here youโll find balancing logs, stepping logs and a wooden teepee, all set on a thick bed of woodchips and surrounded by established shade trees that were retained when the Playground was built. Itโs a lovely spot for kids to Read moreโฆ
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Botany Park in Hammond Park is a brilliant, toddlerโfriendly Playground and community space that has become a real favourite for local families. Tucked along Macquarie Boulevard next to Botany Oval, the home of the Hammond Park Hurricanes, it combines a fully fenced play area, nature play, water and sand fun, a scooter and bike track, plus one of the best free outdoor gyms youโre likely to find. The Playground is fully fenced with multiple poolโstyle gate entries, which gives parents and carers peace of mind when visiting with little ones. Inside, youโll find a mix of traditional Playground equipment and Read moreโฆ
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Meadow Springs Quarry Adventure Park is one of those parks that looks fairly โnormalโ from the streetโฆ until you start walking. What begins as a leafy, family-friendly reserve quickly reveals its real personality: an adventure Playground built into the levels of an old quarry, with play spaces that tumble down the slope and keep confident climbers busy for ages. Up top, the park feels like a classic picnic-and-play setup, with wide lawns, plenty of trees, and a Playground that suits younger kids well. This is where youโll find the more traditional equipment and a separate toddler-friendly play space mentioned, making Read moreโฆ
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Perched on the hillside of City Beach Oval, this nature play space is a lovely mix of local history, imaginative play and wide-open green space. Set just off Fred Burton Way, the Playground sits alongside the large district sports oval, so itโs a great spot to combine a play, a kick of the footy and a family picnic in one outing. The first thing kids will spot is the pair of twin mirrored hill racing slides cut into the slope. Theyโre fast enough to feel exciting but still suitable for most ages, and wide and sturdy enough for parents to Read moreโฆ
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Lake Monger Reserve is a fantastic destination for a family walk in Perth with kids of all ages. There are a few parking spots around Lake Monger Reserve, 3 of which are on Lake Monger Drive. ย If you use the car park nearest St Vincents Avenue you’ll see a wishing well and the largest playground in the reserve. The larger playground is shaded and partly sand and soft fall based, it is also fully fenced and gated. ย The playground has disability friendly apparatus including ramps and swing. ย There’s also a slide, climbing walls, swings and rocker. ย The playground is Read moreโฆ
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Tucked within the leafy Frasers Landing estate in Coodanup, this bright red Playground really pops against the surrounding bush and water. As you drive along Lakewood Parkway the first thing youโll spot is the striking โbirdโs nestโ tower, which ties in beautifully with the estateโs riverside, nature-focused setting and resident birdlife. It feels like a hidden local gem rather than a big destination Playground, but thereโs still plenty here to keep kids happily exploring. The main feature is the tall birdโs nest structure. Confident climbers can choose their own adventure to the top, with a rock-climbing wall, net rope ladder Read moreโฆ
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Frye Park or Pirate Park in Kelmscott is a great park which features a large pirate ship but also has a fenced toddler playground and picnic tables in the same area. The toddler area and picnic tables are covered with shade sails in summer. The pirate ship has plenty to do with three slides, climbing challenges and treasure hunts. The pirate ship has seats underneath and the area is high enough that my Miss 3.5 could walk around with no problem. She liked the idea of having her snacks where the pirates have lunch. Up on top deck is quite Read moreโฆ
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Located on Pulchella Ramble is a perfect toddler friendly playground. It is fully fenced, which is perfect to stop the little ones escaping. There is a variety of play equipment for the little ones to crawl/walk over, rock on, slide down, swing on etc. As a mum of a 10 month old, my highlight was the bucket swing! There are shade sails above the playground as well as trees for plenty of shade. Located outside the gated area is two picnic tables and seating, as well as BBQs. The playground overlooks a large grassed area, perfect for kicking a ball Read moreโฆ
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South Beach Playground in South Fremantle is a brilliant spot for little pirates to run wild, with the bonus of being right on one of Perthโs most familyโfriendly beaches. Set on the foreshore of South Beach Reserve, the Playground combines a fun, boatโthemed play space with a huge grassed area, barbecues and easy access to the sand and cafe, making it an easy fullโmorning or fullโday outing for families. The main drawcard is the large pirateโstyle boat structure. Kids can clamber up to the โdeckโ, scale ladders and platforms, and take on the role of captain as they climb the Read moreโฆ
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Tucked along the western end of Wordsworth Avenue, Yokine Reserve Playground is a brilliant allโrounder for families, with something to suit toddlers through to tweens. The fully fenced, doubleโgated play space feels safe and contained, making it ideal for busy little explorers and a popular choice for birthday parties and weekend catchโups. The Playground combines traditional equipment with nature and sensory play. As you enter from the main car park, kids are usually drawn straight to the big, flat roundabout โ perfect for spinning while standing, sitting or running around the edge. Nearby, a smaller roundabout wrapped in rope netting Read moreโฆ
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Situated on the site of the old quarantine station, on the hill above the Bicton Baths with an awesome view of the river, Bicton Quarantine Park is a picturesque spot for a family barbecue or picnic. Bicton Quarantine Park features a playground with a fence and shade sails. The main playground structure here has two slides of different sizes, climbing ladders, monkey bars, a tunnel, a rope bridge, and a climbing wall. Separate, there is a spring rocker, and two swings, a toddler swing and a regular swing. There are a number of paths running through the park and down Read moreโฆ
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North CY OโConnor Beach Playground is a gorgeous little nautical-themed spot right on the North Coogee foreshore, perfect for a play before or after a run on the dog beach. Tucked beside the car park at the end of Rollinson Road and Robb Road, the Playground makes the most of its seaside setting with sweeping ocean views, grassy picnic spaces and direct access to CY OโConnor Beach. The star of the show is the SS Wyola steam tugโinspired play structure, a custom-built tugboat that celebrates the historic wreck just offshore. Kids can clamber aboard using rope ladders and nets and Read moreโฆ
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Edinboro Street Reserve in Mount Hawthorn is a tranquil, fully fenced neighbourhood park that has had a major Playground refresh, turning it into a fantastic natureโinspired space for local families. Tucked away on Edinboro Street, the reserve feels cosy and green, with big established trees providing natural shade around the edges and plenty of lawn for kids to run around or kick a ball. Dogs are welcome on lead, making it an easy spot for the whole family to enjoy a relaxed play and stroll. The revamped Playground sits on a mix of rubber and soft-fall mulch surfaces and has Read moreโฆ
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Previously known as Orange Grove Community Reserve, Boyle Lane All Abilities Playground is the NEWest playground that has received a $242,000 upgrade from the City of Gosnells in Orange Grove. Located at the intersection of Boyle Lane and Maddington Road, this fully fenced inclusive play space might be on the smaller scale, but it has all the sensory play elements and equipment for kids of all ages to enjoy and makes a good pit-stop to let the kids loose when you are around the area. The Boral Truck Rocker (kindly donated by Boral) was a huge hit among Read moreโฆ
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Tucked away on Hillside Crescent in Maylands, De Lacey Reserve is a lovely, green neighbourhood park that offers a good mix of play equipment and open space for families. Close to the Peninsula Estate and just a short drive from the cafรฉs of Eighth Avenue and Whatley Crescent, itโs an easy spot to combine with a coffee stop or treat. The standout feature for many kids will be the flying fox. Launched from a small timber tower, the ride zips over a generous sandpit, giving a soft landing if anyone lets go on the way. Younger or smaller children may Read moreโฆ
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Livviโs Place Playground at Whiteman Edge in Brabham is a brilliant all-abilities community space, created through a partnership between Stockland and the Touched By Olivia Foundation. As Western Australiaโs first Livviโs Place, it has been thoughtfully designed with input from local school children and with accessibility at its heart. The play equipment and layout cater for children with autism spectrum disorders as well as physical, visual, hearing and mobility impairments, while still feeling like an exciting, modern Playground for every child. The Playground stretches over a generous fully fenced area, which is a huge plus for families with little runners. Read moreโฆ
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Anchors away! Windjammer Park in the coastal suburb of Jindalee, around 45 minutes north of Perth, is a fantastic family playground that captures a true coastal vibe. As part of the City of Wannerooโs 19/20 Asset Renewal Program, the park was given a major refresh โ and the result is a vibrant, ocean-inspired play space that perfectly fits its seaside location. The playground features high-quality equipment from Tip Tip Tap, designed with a nautical twist that instantly sparks kidsโ imaginations. The standout piece is a large pirate ship play structure, complete with climbing walls, slides, and a fire pole โ Read moreโฆ
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Set in the heart of family-friendly Landsdale, Hardcastle Park is a welcoming neighbourhood Playground that offers a lovely mix of traditional and nature play. With a big open grass area, sand play, climbing equipment and a peaceful suburban setting, itโs an easy spot for local families to burn off energy, enjoy a casual catch up and let the kids play for ages. One of the first things you notice on arrival is the large grassed space that sweeps out beside the play equipment. Itโs ideal for laying out a picnic rug, kicking a footy or soccer ball, or letting the Read moreโฆ
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Honeycomb Park in Brabham is a buzzing community Playground that lives up to its name. Tucked within Peetโs Brabham Estate, not far from the Swan Valley and just around the corner from the much-loved Jungle Park, this 1.4 hectare green space is packed with play opportunities for kids of all ages, plus plenty to keep parents comfortable too. The first thing you notice is the huge yellow and black honeycomb tower rising out of the park. The bespoke honeycomb play structure is designed for confident climbers, roughly 4 years and up, with ladders and platforms leading kids up through Read moreโฆ
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McCallum Park is a large, but seemingly underused, park located near that difficult to negotiate junction between Shepperton Road and Canning Hwy. Itโs accessed from Taylor St (off Canning Hwy) and there are plenty of parking spaces (some shaded) on both Taylor St. and the adjacent Garland St. Toilets (LHS) and parking on Taylor St. There are male and female toilets on both Taylor and Garland Streets and these wereโฆ.wellโฆwhat you would expect in a park. Pretty basic, but clean and functioning. The park itself is huge โ plenty of space for an impromptu post-picnic footy or cricket match. BBQ, Read moreโฆ
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Dunnell Park is a great little neighbourhood Playground that really ticks the boxes for younger kids and families looking for a shaded, lowโmess place to play. Tucked within a residential area, it feels safe, contained and very family-friendly, making it a handy option for a quick play after school or a relaxed weekend visit. One of the standout features is the excellent shade. Large shade sails cover the main play structure, helping to keep equipment cool and protecting little ones from the harsh sun. The entire Playground sits on soft-fall rubber rather than sand, which is a big plus if Read moreโฆ
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Located in the leafy foothills of Armadale, Lions Park is a small but cleverly designed neighbourhood Playground with a fun roadโandโraceโtrack theme. Itโs an ideal spot for little ones who are learning to ride their scooter or balance bike, with smooth pathways and painted track markings creating plenty of opportunities for imaginative play. The main drawcard is the circuit of paths laid out like miniature roads. Blue and red directional arrows, stop and give way signs, and various safety signs turn a simple scoot or ride into a game of โdrivingโ. Kids can pretend theyโre on a racetrack or heading Read moreโฆ
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Tucked within the leafy Byford on the Scarp estate, Ridge Park Byford stretches over 1.7 hectares and feels wonderfully โbushyโ despite being in the suburbs. Mature trees, big open lawns and two separate Playground areas make this a great destination for families with kids of different ages, especially if youโve got both little toddlers and more adventurous big kids to keep happy. The lower Playground, accessed from Military Pass, is ideal for younger children. The centrepiece is an adorable train-themed play structure made up of several โcarriagesโ, each with its own style of imaginative play. Toddlers can โdriveโ the train Read moreโฆ
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Set on the banks of the picturesque Leschenault Inlet, Sykes Foreshore Reserve is a brilliant family-friendly spot in Bunbury, offering a fantastic combination of fenced Playground, fun splash pad and calm inlet beach. Itโs right next door to Discovery Parks โ Bunbury Foreshore, making it an easy stop if youโre holidaying in the area, or a great day trip destination for locals. The centrepiece of the reserve is a large boat-themed Playground which ties into the areaโs maritime history. In the late 1800s a ship was wrecked on this very shoreline, and at low tide you can still spot the Read moreโฆ
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The new Shelley Beach playground is a great playground to visit. Itโs right on the river, and around the enclosed playground is plenty of grass to kick a ball on, BBQs and gazebos and, of course, the beautiful river. My 10-year-old was impressed with the park, especially the X-park obstacle course. The course is set up with a starting point and different obstacles throughout, including climbing, balancing and swinging. Many of the older kids seemed to enjoy the challenge of this part of the playground. As we entered the playground, we saw a mini trampoline and a swing set with Read moreโฆ
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Leafy Somerly Park in the northern suburb of Clarkson features a bright playground suitable for kids of all ages, including traditional play equipment mixed with some sensory play. On arriving and walking down the path and under a tall gazebo to the playground, the first things to grab Miss 4โs attention was the musical play equipment. A board with different shapes to drum on and chiming pipes of different heights and pitch stand at one end along with two spring rockers and a spinning toy. From here, she began exploring the main play structure, starting with the rubber swinging platforms. Read moreโฆ
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Carrington Park in Nedlands is a sweet little neighbourhood Playground, perfect for a relaxed play while you grab a takeaway coffee or catch up with friends. Tucked between Weld Street and Carrington Street, it has a welcoming community feel, with a big grassy area, shady trees and the gentle hum of local dog walkers and families passing through. The Playground itself has been toddler-friendly equipment, making it an easy option for younger children. The main play structure features shorter slides and smaller steps that are ideal for little legs just finding their confidence. Thereโs also a fun crawling tunnel for Read moreโฆ
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Rushmore Green Toddler Playground in Bushmead is a lovely little spot designed especially for Perthโs smallest adventurers. Tucked within the Bushmead estate in the City of Swan, itโs ideal for babies, crawlers and young toddlers who arenโt quite ready to tackle nearby Giant Park further down the road. One of the standout features is that the entire Playground is fully fenced and gated. This gives parents and carers peace of mind, allowing little ones to roam and explore without easy access to roads or the surrounding water catchment area. Inside the fence, all of the equipment is low to the Read moreโฆ
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South Perth Esplanade Playground is set within the Sir James Mitchell Park and is a short walk from the Mends Street Jettyย making this an ideal playground to visit on public transport. The playground is sand based and covered with shade sails. South Perth Esplanade Playground overlooks the River Swan and is surrounded by mature trees, large grassy areas, a cycle path, picnic shelters and BBQs. ย Making this a great playground and park for birthday parties, picnics and playdates. There is a great selection of play equipment for toddlers including this fun bus. ย There are also lots of climbing nets, Read moreโฆ
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Watermans Bay Playground is a hidden treasure, set back off the main West Coast Drive over-looking the sea.ย You can easily miss the turning as itโs such a small off-road down to a car park for approximately 30 cars. Youโll first come to the BBQs and picnic table and carry on and youโll see the walk-way to the small bit of beach and rocks.ย Next youโll see the full fenced playground and a large area of grass suitable for ball games. The fenced playground is set in sand and consists of a play frame withย climbing nets and slide. There are Read moreโฆ
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Hinckley Park in Hocking is one of those Playground-and-park combos that can easily fill an entire morning, especially if your kids are the kind who like to keep moving. Set across a big neighbourhood reserve, itโs been designed as a true โdestination parkโ with multiple zones rather than just one main play structure. The standout is how much space there is to spread out, so it works just as well for a relaxed picnic as it does for a high-energy playdate. If you only remember one thing before you go, make it this: bring wheels. The childrenโs bike circuit is Read moreโฆ
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The Caterpillar Playground in Mandurah, also known as Milgar Street Reserve, is a muchโloved local favourite, and itโs easy to see why. Tucked just off Park Road with plenty of parking, this colourful, fully fenced Playground makes an ideal spot for families with younger children, especially if you have a โrunnerโ who likes to explore. Thereโs also pedestrian access from Reserve Drive, which is handy if youโre walking or cycling through the area. Do be aware that on weekends it can get busy, as the Playground sits right next to the BMX track and parking can fill quickly during events Read moreโฆ
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The Edge Playground in Baldivis is a gorgeous nature play space located within The Edge estate, and still feels like a bit of a hidden gem. Set along Beaufortia Crescent, the Playground combines natural timbers, native landscaping and creative design to create a really engaging space for kids to explore, climb and balance. Itโs part of a wider community development with parks, an oval and a primary school nearby, so it feels like a true neighbourhood hub rather than a standalone Playground. As you arrive, the first thing youโll spot is the impressive timber fort under the shade of a Read moreโฆ












































