Is there parking at Centaurus Park Playground?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Centaurus Park Playground.

Are there picnic tables at Centaurus Park Playground?

Yes, picnic tables or seating are available at Centaurus Park Playground.

Does Centaurus Park Playground have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Centaurus Park Playground.

Does Centaurus Park Playground have a slide?

Yes, Centaurus Park Playground includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Centaurus Park Playground?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Centaurus Park Playground.

Where is Centaurus Park Playground?

Centaurus Park Playground is in Christchurch, Christchurch City, New Zealand.

Playground

Centaurus Park Playground

St Martins, Christchurch 8022

4.5

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Best suited to

Child5–9Tween10+

Why these ages?

Fort and obstacle course challenge older kids while horse rocker and infant swing suit toddlers, but the park is described as unfenced on a modest gradient. Reviews call it a great challenge for kids who have outgrown regular playgrounds, with a few hazards described as part of the fun.

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)- Steep approach from carpark

Access notes

The play area sits on a bark chip surface and the site itself has a modest gradient, explicitly flagged as worth noting when arriving with a pram. Both are significant barriers for wheelchair users, and no accessible parking or toilet is described.

What's here

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Centaurus Park Playground in St Martins is built around a wooden fort with an obstacle course running alongside it, plus a supernova spinner, a slide, a junior multi-play structure, a horse rocker and swings with an infant seat, a notably well-stocked lineup for a medium-sized neighbourhood park in a quiet southern suburb.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: pre 2008.
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On siteEquipment includes slide, swing (with infant swing), horse rocker, junior multi-play structure (with slide), supernova, obstacle course, fort.
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On siteJunior-suitable items include junior multi-play structure (with slide), horse rocker.
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AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include seating.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
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AmenitiesSurface type per council register: 32074.
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AmenitiesSurface type per council register: WoodChip.
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AmenitiesSite area per council register: 244 m².
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: Minimal tree shade for multi-play structure. Not shade for seating. Some established trees may provide shade for spectators.
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From the crew

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Justin E.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Epic playground, lots of variety, maybe a few hazards but that’s part of the fun.
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Laura J.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Pretty cool park but not really that safe on the fort. Looked cool but nephews weren't able to enjoy the rundown fort.
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Douglas A.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Good dog park,plenty of space if you wish to avoid other dogs.
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Dannielle M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Love this park's unique equipment. It's a great challenge for children who have outgrown the regular playgrounds.
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Jaskiran S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Even as an adult, my partner and I loved jumping on tyres over there. It's fun exercise 😊 …
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Aleasha C.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Massive. Fenced which is awesome by a busy Rd and has a bbq area
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Gareth S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
The blue slide is a favourite
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Colleen E.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Just needs a loo
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Chris W.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great for kids
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Gareth S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Love this place
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