Is there parking at Henry St Playground?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Henry St Playground.

Is Henry St Playground shaded?

Henry St Playground has trees, shade sails, or other shelter that offers some shade. Coverage varies by time of day.

Does Henry St Playground have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Henry St Playground.

Does Henry St Playground have a slide?

Yes, Henry St Playground includes a slide.

Where is Henry St Playground?

Henry St Playground is in Te Anau, Southland District, New Zealand.

Playground

Henry St Playground

22 Henry Street, Te Anau 9600

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Best suited to

Toddler zone0–4

Why these ages?

2025 refurb took a natural-materials, sensory-play approach emphasising organic forms and textures, which typically means low-level toddler-appropriate pieces. Very quiet Te Anau residential street. Little info on specific equipment and not fenced, so keep score moderate. Older kids likely head to the destination playground at Lions Park instead.

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

Description states the fall zone is bark, a clear barrier for wheelchair users, with only on street parking on Henry Street and no accessible features mentioned.

What's here

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Henry Street Playground in Te Anau, Southland District, is one of two play spaces in the town that received major upgrades in 2025 as part of the Te Anau Basin Development Plan, taking a natural materials approach in contrast to the larger destination playground at nearby Lions Park.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: pre 2008.
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On siteEquipment includes multi-play structure (with slide), spring toy.
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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: 1 Small.
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: Tree shade for part of the multi-play structure. No shade for seating. Established trees may provide shade for other times during the day & for spectators.
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Handy to knowParking: on street parking.
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Handy to knowCouncil operates a smokefree policy covering this playground.
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