Tucked away in a quiet pocket of Bassendean, Palmerston Square Playground is a charming neighbourhood park that’s been transformed with beautiful wooden play equipment and loads of natural charm. Surrounded by a lovely green outlook and shaded by a mix of new plantings and established trees, it’s the kind of local Playground that invites you to linger while the kids explore.
The main play area is set on wood chips and has been thoughtfully designed with different zones for active and imaginative play. Kids can test their balance on low balancing logs, a wobbly balancing log and a timber balancing bridge, all great for building confidence and coordination. A wooden climbing frame forms the heart of the Playground, complete with a big red slide and monkey bars that will appeal to more adventurous children who like to climb, hang and scramble.
Scattered throughout the space are timber stepping logs for hopping and jumping, plus a swing set for that all‑important Playground staple.
Off to the side, a sandpit offers a change of pace with opportunities for digging, building and quieter creative play. The natural feel of the timber equipment and soft landscaping makes the whole area feel relaxed and welcoming.
One of the loveliest touches at Palmerston Square is the sense of magic woven into the setting. Hidden fairy doors are nestled amongst the trees, just waiting to be discovered. Younger children will love hunting for them, and they add a sweet imaginative layer to games of make-believe in the “fairy forest”.
Alongside the play equipment, a generous open grassed area overlooks the Playground. This is ideal for setting up a picnic rug, letting toddlers roam safely, or kicking a footy around with older kids. The combination of lawn, trees and timber play structures makes Palmerston Square a pleasant place to spend an hour after school or a relaxed weekend morning.
While it’s very much a local-style park, Palmerston Square Playground has plenty to offer if you enjoy natural, wooden play spaces and a peaceful, leafy setting. Pack a picnic, a ball and maybe a few toy trucks for the sandpit, and you’ll have a simple but satisfying outing for the kids.
Palmerston Square Playground
Address: Palmerston Square Playground, Palmerston Street, Bassendean, Town of Bassendean, WA
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Place Categories: Nature, Playgrounds, and Non Sand Based
