Great little park with very 2000s style coloured equipment. Even has a good old locally installed tire swing. The swings aren’t even squeaky!! Great view of the airport runway. Only real downside is that it’s not gated, so it’s not suitable if you have a runner.
Wilberforce Street Play Area
Townsend Rd &, Wilberforce Street, Miramar, Wellington 6022
Access notes
Description states the playground has an artificial grass surface rather than bark, but parking is on street only and there is no mention of toilets or a dedicated accessible space.
What's here
Wilberforce Street Play Area is a compact neighbourhood playground at the corner of Townsend Road and Wilberforce Street in Miramar, Wellington, suited to toddlers and younger primary-school children. The artificial grass surface and straightforward equipment make it a reliable local stop for families in the eastern suburbs.
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Good to know
HistoryPlayground established: pre 2008.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes swings (including infant swing), see-saw, multi-play structure (with slide), spring toy.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include infant swing, slide (suitable for young child with assistance), spring toy.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: artificial.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include seating.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment. Seating has tree shade.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowParking: on street parking.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowCouncil operates a smokefree policy covering this playground.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowCouncil photo on file.
Source: opendata-wcc.opendata.arcgis.com
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