Awesome little park with a big grass area! My 3yr old niece loves it, equipment looks rather clean and maintained well. 1 table and 1 bench, no toilets though!
Chippendale Reserve
Chippendale Crescent, Highbury, Palmerston North 4412
Access notes
The description names a large accessible swing among the equipment, but gives no detail on the play surface or path, and a review notes there are no toilets on site, so this is one confirmed feature without a wider accessible setup.
What's here
Chippendale Reserve is a neighbourhood playground in Highbury, Palmerston North, with a wide equipment mix packed into just over a hectare.
Equipment
Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryOpened within the last 5 years (as of the McNoe 2026 survey).
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes large accessible swing, slide, swings, log scramble, inground tramp, balance posts, spinner, half basketball court.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include infant swing.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include picnic tables, seating.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesReserve classification: RECREATION.
Source: opendata.pncc.govt.nzAmenitiesSite area: 1.44 hectares.
Source: opendata.pncc.govt.nzHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: Some tree shade for play equipment. No these for picnic table or seating. Trees in the surrounding area may provide shade for spectators.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowParking: on street parking.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
The week ahead
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