Caelan H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
I loved it back in the day, pretty busy now but still good. Love the big octopus, reminds me of my cat, she has extra legs
Playground
Brooklands Playground
30 Brooklands Park Drive, Brooklands, New Plymouth 4310
ParksPlaygrounds
Best suited to
Child5–9
Accessibility
Partial access+ Supportive swing seat (high-back, basket or nest)- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)
Access notes
The description names an accessibility swing fitted for children with mobility needs, but also states the equipment sits on bark, a hard blocker for wheelchair wheels, so the site cannot be called fully accessible despite the swing.
What's here
Brooklands Playground in New Plymouth is a medium sized, well shaded playground with a rocktopus and bowl rocker alongside the standard equipment, and an accessibility swing that makes it a genuine option for children with mobility needs.
Equipment
Access and Inclusion
Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryPlayground established: cannot tell.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes rotonet, multi-play structure (with slide), accessibility swing, spring toys, rocktopus, bowl rocker.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include https://otago.maps.arcgis.com/sharing/rest/content/items/a7897f6b67044f65b249ee99d3aea74a/data.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include public toilets, picnic tables, seating.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesCouncil reserve classification: OWN.
Source: opendata.npdc.govt.nzAccessAccessibility features: accessibility swing.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: Three large shade sails provide excellent shade for some play equipment. Tree shade for seating. No shade for picnic tables.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowCouncil operates a smokefree policy covering this playground.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
Forecast
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Spot a problem?
Spotted broken gear, a hazard, or something that needs a fix? Let New Plymouth District know. They look after this park.
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