Does Jellie Park Playground have toilets?

Yes, public toilets are available at Jellie Park Playground.

Is there parking at Jellie Park Playground?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Jellie Park Playground.

Does Jellie Park Playground have water play?

Jellie Park Playground is listed as having water play or a splash feature, typically open in the warmer months. Check recent photos to confirm before you go.

Does Jellie Park Playground have a flying fox?

Jellie Park 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 Jellie Park Playground?

Yes, picnic tables or seating are available at Jellie Park Playground.

Does Jellie Park Playground have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Jellie Park Playground.

Does Jellie Park Playground have a slide?

Yes, Jellie Park Playground includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Jellie Park Playground?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Jellie Park Playground.

Playground

Jellie Park Playground

Name: Jellie Park Playground
Address: 295 Ilam Road, Burnside, Christchurch, 8053, NZ
Price range: Free
Rating: 4.5

295 Ilam Road, Burnside, Christchurch 8053

4.5

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Best suited to

Toddler zone0–4Child5–9Tween10+

NearbyWaterSkateparkAt a distance

Why these ages?

Infant swing suits toddlers but larger complex has adjacent skatepark, pool and lake — parents cannot let toddlers roam free. Ilam Road frontage is major arterial. Reviewer confirms best age 3-10 and older kids bike around lake/skate. Wide equipment mix (rocktopus, flying-fox glide, spinner, seesaw) plus skate ramps carry into tween.

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

The description explicitly states the play area is surfaced in bark and woodchip across its full footprint, a barrier for wheelchair users trying to reach the equipment. Off street parking is available but is not described as accessible specifically, and no step free path is mentioned.

What's here

Baby swingsClimbing frameFlying foxParkingPicnic tablesSeesawSlideSpring rockerSwingsToiletsWater playSign in to add

Jellie Park Playground in Burnside sits inside a larger recreation complex on Ilam Road, with two multi play structures (including a slide for younger children), a see saw and swings with an infant seat making up the core equipment.

Good to know

HistoryOpened within the last 5 years (as of the McNoe 2026 survey).
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On siteEquipment includes multi-play structures (with slides), see-saw, swings (with infant swing).
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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 picnic tables, seating.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
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AmenitiesSurface type per council register: 44795.
Source: opendata.canterburymaps.govt.nz
AmenitiesSurface type per council register: WoodChip.
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AmenitiesSite area per council register: 429 m².
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: No tree for play equipment. Tree shade for a seat and established trees in the surrounding area may provide some shade for spectators.
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From the crew

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Steve A.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Jellie Park Playground is a fantastic area for children aged from 3 - 10, it is located in a very large sports park outside a the Jellie Park swimming pool. There are public toilets 10 meters away. The playground includes rocktopus, slide, snowboard rider, roundabout, see - saw, horse, solo spinner, swings & track glyde and multi-play structure .There is also basketball half court, skateboarding area on the opposite side of the park for the older kids. If this comment is helpful please give thumbs up or a like.
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Millie H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
I found I was enjoying myself and my life that little bit more when I was using and abusing the swing. It took me for a ride I’ll never forget while I was soaring through the air. The rubber of the seat was pleasantly rough, and created a …
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Rodrigo C.
from Google15 Apr 2026
A fair playground. Unfortunately, not well kept and worn out. Edit: a maintenance van to fix one thing or another.
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Sharaya M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
My kids come here all the time and they ain't little lol they r 11 and 13 we bike from our house play on ghe skate ramps bike through the park around the lake fall waterfall lol through to this park at least 4 times a week
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Marina W.
from Google15 Apr 2026
The lawn is maintained and kept short. Good for my nephew who is allergic to grass. Strange but true.
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Anna S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Good place
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Hiral P.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Good 👍 …
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XuanGiao P.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Good place for kids
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Michael B.
from Google15 Apr 2026
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Aubrey W.
from Google15 Apr 2026
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