Is there parking at Highgate Reserve Playground?

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

Does Highgate Reserve Playground have a flying fox?

Highgate Reserve Playground is listed as having a flying fox or zip line. Equipment is sometimes removed, so check recent photos or visit notes.

Are there picnic tables at Highgate Reserve Playground?

Yes, picnic tables or seating are available at Highgate Reserve Playground.

Does Highgate Reserve Playground have swings?

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

Does Highgate Reserve Playground have a slide?

Yes, Highgate Reserve Playground includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Highgate Reserve Playground?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Highgate Reserve Playground.

Where is Highgate Reserve Playground?

Highgate Reserve Playground is in Rolleston, Selwyn District, New Zealand.

Playground

Highgate Reserve Playground

Dryden Avenue, Rolleston 7614

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Best suited to

Toddler-friendly0–4Child5–9

Why these ages?

Description explicitly matches equipment to ages — infant swing, basket swing and spring toys are called out as suiting toddlers, with the multi-play structure and solo spinner for primary-aged kids. Bark fall zone with picnic tables and seating on site. Quiet Dryden Avenue in the Highgate subdivision, off-street parking, no water or road hazards. One reviewer flag about a slide climb-up bar is an equipment nit rather than a categorical risk.

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

The playground sits on a bark fall zone. Off street parking is available but no accessible toilet or transfer feature is described, and there are no public toilets listed on site.

What's here

Baby swingsClimbing frameFlying foxParkingPicnic tablesSlideSpring rockerSwingsSign in to add

Highgate Reserve playground is a neighbourhood playground in Rolleston's Highgate subdivision, with a multi play structure, spring toys and a mix of swings that has served local families since the late 2000s.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: 2009.
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On siteEquipment includes swing (including infant swing), multi-play structure (with slide), spring toys, basket swing, solo spinner.
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On siteJunior-suitable items include basket swing, infant swing, slide (suitable for young child with assistance), spring toy.
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AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include picnic tables, seating.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
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AmenitiesAsset/reserve type: Gr2.
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: There are shade sail poles in this playground but none of the photographs available show that shade sails have been put up. Young trees may provide shade as they grow.
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Handy to knowParking: off street parking.
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Handy to knowCouncil operates a smokefree policy covering this playground.
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From the crew

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Andrew B.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Quiet spot with a well-maintained playground, including a couple of toddler-friendly items.
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Izzatil I.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Nearby playground that can be found with quite some different types of slides, swings and frames to play with. There are tables for picnic as well. Behind the playground, there is a huge park to jog, exercise or dogs' walk.
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Nick W.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Totally enjoyable afternoon spent with my son and a few mates
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Jordan H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Park is ok, some things for kids to do but not much. Good sized park to play some games in though.
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Jaydin G.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Visited this playground today with my wife and child. It was really clean and tidy and well set up for my child to play. Really recommended.
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Julie B.
from Google15 Apr 2026
DONT go up the slide it's dangerous. I know of two quite serious injuries to two girls in separate incidents whilst climbing up and banging their heads on an unseen bar at the top
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Div S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
We visit here for walking. Also has a wee playground for kids. Lot of dog owners come here too.
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Cameron A.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Best one ever it has a dinosaur you can ride
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Veresha P.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Small cute playground , well maintained and designed
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Mister T.
from Google15 Apr 2026
The grandchildren love this park!
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