Is there parking at David Spring Park?

On-site or nearby parking is available at David Spring Park.

Does David Spring Park have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at David Spring Park.

Does David Spring Park have a slide?

Yes, David Spring Park includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at David Spring Park?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at David Spring Park.

Where is David Spring Park?

David Spring Park is in Highbury, Palmerston North City, New Zealand.

Playground

David Spring Park

Clarke Avenue, Highbury, Palmerston North 4412

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Best suited to

Child5–9

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

Description explicitly states the play equipment sits on a bark surface, with only on street parking and no toilets mentioned on site.

What's here

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David Spring Park is a small neighbourhood reserve on Clarke Avenue in Highbury, with a straightforward playground for toddlers through primary school age.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: 2013-2015.
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On siteEquipment includes swings, see-saw, multi-play structure (with slide), see-saws, spring toy, half basketball court.
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On siteJunior-suitable items include slide (suitable for young child with assistance), spring toy.
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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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AmenitiesReserve classification: RECREATION.
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AmenitiesSite area: 0.13 hectares.
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment or seating. Some tree that may provide shade for spectators.
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Handy to knowParking: on street parking.
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Spot a problem?

Spotted broken gear, a hazard, or something that needs a fix? Let Palmerston North City know. They look after this park.

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From the crew

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Lesley D.
from Google15 Apr 2026
David Spring park is so lovely. The council keeps it nicely mown and prunes the shrubs. We are so lucky and I'm happy to pay rates
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Linda G.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Good park heaps of ground .badket ball hoop. Then an ok play area .
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Tom C.
from Google15 Apr 2026
A nice clean park with a cool playground and a large area for dogs on a leash. Watch out for dog poop.
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Tracey H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
It's a great place to go.
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Alan H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
lovely grass
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