Inglis Park Playground, Randwick  – one word: AMAZING! Looking for a seriously epic playground day out? Inglis Park in Randwick is worth every minute of the 35–40 minute drive from Ryde. Designed for kids aged 2–12, this playground is a total winner, packed with features for all ages and set in a lovely green space with cafes and restaurants right across the road.

What You’ll Find:

• A huge, adventure-packed playground
• Plenty of open green space
• Heaps of seating and benches
• The Newmarket Dining precinct right nearby

Playground Features

For Younger Kids:

• Medium-sized plastic slide with rope to climb
• Soft-fall climbing wall with “half bubbles”
• Crawl-through tunnels at ground level
• Everyone’s favourite – flower speakers!
• Variety of swings, including a baby swing and the much-loved circle rope swing
• Merry-go-round for kids who love a bit of spin

For Older Kids:

• A huge metal slide, approx. 6m long, accessible from several points
• Stairs and rope corridor leading to two large rope walls
• A climb to the top reveals two twisted metal slides, fully enclosed with safety mesh
• A 360-degree walkable enclosed house-like structure, with stairs to vary the incline and timber beams for a challenge
• A seriously impressive climbing zone: rock wall, walking rope wall, square rope wall and more

Good to Know:

• Shade: While there’s no shade sail, the mature trees and playground structure offer plenty of natural shade
• Ground Cover: Mostly soft fall with just a small patch of bark
• Toilets: Nearby in the Newmarket Dining precinct
• Seating: Loads of benches and spots to chill while the kids play

Nearby Eats

Right across from the park is the Newmarket Dining precinct – perfect for grabbing a coffee, brunch, or lunch. Whether it’s a quick bite or a longer pit stop, it’s ideal for combining playtime with a family-friendly outing.

Getting There / Parking

Inglis Park is located a 164 Barker St, Randwick.

Parking isn’t amazing (street parking only), but don’t let that put you off – we found a spot just a 1-minute walk away.

🛣 Driving from Ryde? You can either:

• Head down Epping Rd, through the Harbour Tunnel, and exit at Randwick after the Eastern Distributor

• Or take Victoria Rd, head through the City, then take the Cross City Tunnel to the Eastern Distributor, exiting at Randwick