Small little park thats got good quality playground. Lovely grass for my dogs to run and play on and the little stream is good for the thirsty dogs. Just need a watertap for humans to drink from.
Burling Park
Masterton Stronvar Road, Lansdowne, Wellington 5810
Access notes
Bark surfacing covers the play area, a barrier for wheelchair users. There are no toilets on site, only at a nearby park, and only on street parking is described with no accessible bay confirmed.
What's here
Burling Park is a neighbourhood playground in the Lansdowne suburb of Masterton, refurbished and expanded in 2021 with a double flying fox and an upgraded swing set.
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Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryOpened within the last 5 years (as of the McNoe 2026 survey).
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteBurling Park playground in Lansdowne, Masterton was refurbished and expanded in 2021 to include a double flying fox, basket swing, and a modular active play system with climbing net, overhead traverse, stepping stones, balance walk, and slide. The existing swing set was also upgraded with adult swings, a half-bucket child seat, and an expression tandem swing for parent and baby.
Source: mstn.govt.nzOn siteEquipment includes swings (including infant swing), flying fox, multi-play structure (with slide), basket swing, climbing net.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include basket swing, infant swing, slide (suitable for young child with assistance).
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include picnic tables.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowThe nearest public toilets to Burling Park are located at Henley Lake, accessed through the Colombo Road entrance. The park and all Wairarapa district council parks are designated smoke and vape free.
Source: mstn.govt.nzHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: Minimal tree shade for the flying fox provided by adjacent trees. The other play equipment & seating has no shade.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowParking: on street parking.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
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Spot a problem?
Spotted broken gear, a hazard, or something that needs a fix? Let Masterton District know. They look after this park.