Sometimes we mums just want peace of mind that if we dare take one eyeball off our precious loin fruit for 2.4 seconds they will still be there when we look back! So here are 23 awesome playgrounds around Ryde and nearby suburbs that offer the much-loved FENCE!
Bales Park Playground, Chatswood West
55 Stanley Street, Chatswood
Tucked away behind Chatswood, this peaceful park is a train lover’s delight with plenty of space to run around.
Features: Slides, swings, climbing equipment, shaded seating and grass areas.
Parking: Stanley Street, Ranelagh Crescent, and Sydney Street
Bernie Mullane Sports Complex Playground, Kellyville
10 Marella Avenue, Kellyville, within the Bernie Mullane Sports Complex
A modern playground within the large Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, featuring a fenced section designed for younger children.
Features: Slides, climbing structures, swings, sand play, shade areas and nearby sports fields.
Parking: Large FREE dedicated car park.
Brickpit Playground, Thornleigh
1A Dartford Rd, Thornleigh near the Thornleigh Driving Range, Mini-Golf, and Brickpit Sports Stadium.
This impressive playground sits within the Brickpit Park precinct and is fully fenced, making it a great option for families with younger kids.
Features: Climbing towers, slides, swings, balance equipment and large grass areas nearby.
Parking: Brickpit Park car park.
Edwards Park, Concord
Brewer Street, Concord
Small but mighty, this playground is a winner thanks to the scooter track, synthetic grass and handy toilet block.
Features: Slides, rock climbing, swings, ropes, fireman’s pole and truck play equipment.
Parking: Brewer Street.
Figtree Park Playground, Hunters Hill
40A Gladesville Road, Hunters Hill
Figtree Park is a lovely local playground set within leafy surrounds in Hunters Hill. The fenced playground makes it a relaxed spot for parents while kids explore the equipment and open grassy areas nearby.
Features: Slides, swings, climbing structures, balance equipment and shaded seating areas.
Parking: On-street parking along Gladesville Road and nearby residential streets.
Golden Grove Playground, West Pymble
Bicentennial Park – Prince of Wales Dr, West Pymble – past the Ku-Ring-Gai Fitness & Aquatic Centre on Lofberg Rd
This playground is huge and ideal for kids aged 1–9 years.
Features: Water play, sand, climbing spider, balancing logs, musical area, under-5 play structure, scooter/bike track, toilets and excellent tree shade.
Parking: Aquatic Centre car park.
Harry Shelley Memorial Park, Hunters Hill
Mount Street, Hunters Hill, near Hunters Hill Public School
A quiet neighbourhood playground making it ideal for toddlers and preschoolers.
Features: Slides, swings, climbing equipment, shade and picnic seating.
Parking: Street parking on Mount Street.
Heatley Reserve, East Ryde
Sager Place, East Ryde
Kids aged 0–5 years will enjoy this little playground and parents will enjoy the coffee shop nearby.
Features: Big see-saw, merry-go-round, slides, cubby house with steering wheel, soft fall ground and shade sail.
Parking: Sager Place shops parking
King George Park Playground, Rozelle
King George Street, Rozzelle
King George Park is a popular Inner West playground with a fully fenced play area set beside expansive harbour views. It’s a great destination playground with plenty of equipment and space for kids to burn energy.
Features: Large climbing structure, slides, swings, balance equipment and shaded seating.
Parking: On-street parking along Manning Street and surrounding streets.
Larry Bolitho Reserve, Carlingford
Post Office Street, Carlingford, near Bunnings
From the huge grass areas for kids to run around on to the synthetic grass flooring under the play equipment, this playground ticks plenty of boxes.
Features: Double slide, swings, climbing structures, wobbly bridge, spinner and more.
Parking: Young Street and Post Office Street.
Lions Park Playground, West Ryde
1141 Victoria Rd, West Ryde – Entry is via Shaftsbury Road
A small but handyplayground that is particularly good for toddlers.
Features: Sandpit, small slide, swings, soft-fall surface and shaded seating.
Parking: Dedicated car park
Livvi’s Place, Yamble Reserve
Yamble Reserve, Quarry Road, Ryde
This large inclusive playground is a favourite with locals and offers an impressive array of play equipment to suit all abilities.
Features: Flying foxes, music play, sand, water play, BBQs, toilets, grass areas, cabanas, shade sails and soft fall ground.
Parking: Dedicated parking off Quarry Road and Clermont Avenue.
McIlwaine Park, Rhodes
Corner of Concord Road and Mary Street in Brays Bay Reserve, Rhodes
This park has two areas for play, only one of which is fenced. It’s a great option if you have older kids who want to explore the adjacent playground too.
Features: Slides, swings, cubby house with bridge, rocker and more.
Parking: Dedicated car park off Concord Road.
Meadowbank Park
Constitution Road, Meadowbank
A fabulous regional playground – one of the best in Sydney! While it’s fenced, it’s pretty massive… just a heads up.
Features: Water play, sand, climbing spider, balancing logs, musical area, under-5 play structure, scooter/bike track, toilets and excellent tree shade.
Parking: Constitution Road.
Mindarie Park, Lane Cove North
Corner of Kullah Parade and Mindarie Street, Lane Cove North – off Mowbray Road
This all-inclusive playground is definitely worth a visit. With a $4 million upgrade, Mindarie Park offers loads of impressive features.
Features: Slides, climbing equipment, musical instruments, basketball court, scooter track, sandpit and more.
Parking: Dedicated parking off Kullah Parade and Mindarie Street.
Monash Park, Gladesville
Ryde Road, Gladesville
Although small, this park is not to be underestimated as it has lots of the features parents and kids look for in a park.
Features: Two in-ground trampolines, swings, cubby house with slide, rocking car, shade sail and picnic tables.
Parking: Street parking on Ryde Road.
North Epping Oval Playground
68 Norfolk Rd, North Epping
A well-loved local playground that is fully fenced and ideal for toddlers and preschoolers.
Features: Slides, swings, climbing equipment and shaded seating.
Parking: Street parking nearby.
Ollie Webb Reserve, Parramatta
37A Glebe Street, Parramatta
This all-inclusive playground in Parramatta is packed with engaging play equipment and colourful design.
Features: Water play, musical instruments, train and carriage play structure and much more.
Parking: Glebe, Bobart and King Street.
Rhodes Foreshore Playground
Shoreline Drive, Rhodes
This medium-sized park is best suited to kids aged 1–6 years. Consultation for an upgrade is underway, but it’s still worth a visit.
Features: Six-seater see-saw, double slide, tunnels, vortex swing, grass areas, shade sails, picnic tables and toilets.
Parking: Street parking on Shoreline Drive.
Richard Murden Reserve Playground, Haberfield
Hawthorne Parade Haberfield
Richard Murden Reserve offers a lovely fenced playground tucked within a quiet neighbourhood park. The space is well suited to younger children, with a range of play equipment and grassy areas nearby.
Features: Slides, swings, climbing structures and open space for running and play.
Parking: On-street parking along Hawthorne Parade and nearby residential streets.
Riverglade Reserve, Gladesville
Manning Road, near Tarban Street, Huntleys Cove
Hunters Hill Council chose the perfect spot at Riverglade to build this inclusive nature-themed playground.
Features: Flying fox, swings and slide. Beyond the playground, Riverglade Reserve is fabulous for scootering, cycling and off-leash dog walking.
Parking: Street parking on Manning Road, Gladesville
Santa Rosa Park Playground, Ryde
Quarry Road, North Ryde
A great local option with a fully fenced play area and plenty of space for kids to burn off energy.
Features: Slides, climbing equipment, swings, shade areas and open grass.
Parking: Footpath access from both Quarry Road and Bridge Road – both have a small car park
St Ives Showground Playground
450 Mona Vale Road, St Ives
Located within the popular St Ives Showground precinct, this playground includes a fenced play area for younger children.
Features: Slides, climbing structures, swings, picnic tables and a nearby café.
Parking: Large showground car park.
