Is there parking at Colman Reserve Playground?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Colman Reserve Playground.

Does Colman Reserve Playground have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Colman Reserve Playground.

Does Colman Reserve Playground have a slide?

Yes, Colman Reserve Playground includes a slide.

Where is Colman Reserve Playground?

Colman Reserve Playground is in Christchurch, Christchurch City, New Zealand.

Playground

Colman Reserve Playground

Sockburn, Christchurch 8042

4.4

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Best suited to

Toddler-friendly0–4Child5–9

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

The description states the play surface is a woodchip surfaced area of about 170 square metres, which blocks wheeled mobility devices. Only on street parking along surrounding residential roads is mentioned.

What's here

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Colman Reserve is a compact neighbourhood green in Sockburn built around a classic toddler focused playground on a small woodchip surfaced area.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: pre 2009.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
On siteEquipment includes see-saw, swings (including infant swing), slide.
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On siteJunior-suitable items include infant swing.
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AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include seating.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
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AmenitiesSurface type per council register: 24945.
Source: opendata.canterburymaps.govt.nz
AmenitiesSurface type per council register: WoodChip.
Source: opendata.canterburymaps.govt.nz
AmenitiesSite area per council register: 170 m².
Source: opendata.canterburymaps.govt.nz
Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment or seating. Some trees around the surrounding area may provide shade at other times during the day & for spectators.
Source: services1.arcgis.com

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From the crew

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Steve A.
from Google15 Apr 2026
This Playground is great for Children age between 4-7
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Jackie J.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Had a great time hiding rocks here
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Dave K.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Swing slide and seesaw
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Alejandro B.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Good games for children and size, you can do some other sport with children
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