Is there parking at Playground and walkway?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Playground and walkway.

Does Playground and walkway have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Playground and walkway.

Does Playground and walkway have a slide?

Yes, Playground and walkway includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Playground and walkway?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Playground and walkway.

Where is Playground and walkway?

Playground and walkway is in Whalers Gate, New Plymouth District, New Zealand.

Playground

Playground and walkway

62/44 Poplar Grove, Whalers Gate, New Plymouth 4310

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Best suited to

Child5–9

Accessibility

Not accessible

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

The playground sits on a bark surface, a barrier for wheelchair users, with only on street parking and no accessible toilet or transfer point described at this small play space.

What's here

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The playground and walkway on Poplar Grove in Whalers Gate, New Plymouth is a small, newly built play space for ages one to eight, doubling as a link through the local street network.

Good to know

HistoryOpened within the last 5 years (as of the McNoe 2026 survey).
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On siteEquipment includes swings (including infant swing), junior multi-play structure (with slide).
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On siteJunior-suitable items include infant swing, junior multi-play structure (with slide suitable for young child).
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AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
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AmenitiesCouncil reserve classification: OWN.
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment. Some vegetation may provide shade elsewhere in the park.
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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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From the crew

Visits

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Tony G.
from Google18 May 2026
Nice relaxing spot with the grandchildren
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Johns K.
from Google18 May 2026
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Aaron K.
from Google18 May 2026
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Donya K.
from Google18 May 2026
Lovely little playground and reserve!
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Scott R.
from Google18 May 2026
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Jamee T.
from Google18 May 2026
Great small playground, sorounded by some beautiful trees. I live in Karamea street, so its a nice walk to the playground. Suitable for getting the toddler/kid out of the house for some fresh air. Its never to crowded due to its location
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Glen W.
from Google18 May 2026
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