20 parks listed

Best Tennis Courts in The Hills District

The Hills District has public and club tennis courts across multiple suburbs. Fred Caterson Reserve in Castle Hill has the largest facility with 10 synthetic grass courts operated by Castle Hill Tennis Academy. Several other parks across Baulkham Hills, Kellyville, and Rouse Hill have confirmed tennis court access.

What to look for

Tennis courts in The Hills District range from club-run synthetic grass facilities to smaller public courts. Key factors are surface type, whether coaching is available, court lighting, and casual vs. bookings-only access.

Comparison table — Best Tennis Courts in The Hills District

Park	Suburb	Tennis courts	Night lights	Parking	Toilets	Other sports	Details
Fred Caterson Reserve	Castle Hill	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Binalong Park	Baulkham Hills	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Gallery Gardens	Baulkham Hills	✓	✓	✓	?	✓	View →
Cherrybrook Thomas Thompson Park	Cherrybrook	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Kenthurst Park	Kenthurst	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	View →
Horatio Park	Norwest	✓	✓	✓	✗	✓	View →
Timbergetters Reserve	Winston Hills	✓	✓	?	✓	✓	View →
Half Penny Reserve	Kellyville	✓	✓	✗	✗	✓	View →
Lewis Jones Reserve	Kellyville	✓	✓	?	?	✓	View →
Connie Lowe Reserve	Rouse Hill	?	✓	✓	✗	✓	View →
Alice Watkins Reserve	Baulkham Hills	?	✓	✓	?	✓	View →
Caloola Reserve	Baulkham Hills	?	✓	✓	?	✓	View →
Christopher Street Reserve	Baulkham Hills	?	✓	?	?	✓	View →
John Hourigan Reserve	Baulkham Hills	?	?	?	✗	✓	View →
She-Oak Reserve	Baulkham Hills	?	✓	✓	?	✓	View →
Sirius Reserve	Baulkham Hills	?	✓	?	✓	✓	View →
Crestwood Lions Park	Bella Vista	?	✓	✓	?	✓	View →
Francesco Crescent Reserve	Bella Vista	?	✓	✓	?	✓	View →
Castlewood Community Reserve	Castle Hill	?	✓	?	?	✓	View →
Centenary of Anzac Reserve	Castle Hill	?	✓	✓	?	✓	View →

Park profiles — Best Tennis Courts in The Hills District

Fred Caterson Reserve

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Fred Caterson Reserve is a 58-hectare sports and recreation reserve in Castle Hill. Its most notable feature is five soccer fields that convert into three cricket fields, and it also has ten tennis courts, a four-court basketball stadium, a BMX track, a junior playground and three walking trails through bushland.

Sports Fields and Courts at Fred Caterson Reserve

Fred Caterson Reserve has five soccer fields that can be converted into three cricket fields, with four-lane synthetic cricket practice nets beside Field 4. The reserve also contains a dedicated baseball field. Castle Hill Tennis Academy runs ten synthetic grass tennis courts inside the reserve, and The Hills Basketball Centre has four full-sized courts with tiered seating for more than 1,000 spectators. A BMX track and a remote control car track round out the facilities, which serve both competitive and recreational sport.

Walking Trails at Fred Caterson Reserve

Fred Caterson Reserve has three walking trails. The Castle Hill Trail is an easy 6.3 km route over fire trails and rocky bush tracks, passing through shaded gullies rich in birdlife. The Geebung Walk is an easy 3.4 km walk through parkland and bushland. The Knightsbridge Circuit is a moderate 4.9 km trail through bushland corridors between Castle Hill and Glenhaven, with ferny gullies and wildflowers along the way. Concrete pathways, bush tracks and an extensive cycleway network also suit walking, running and cycling.

Competitive sports teamsFamily picnicsWalking and cycling trailsTennis playersBasketball matchesJunior playground visitsDog walks (on-leash)Community sports events

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Binalong Park

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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Binalong Park is a sports and family park on Binalong Road in Old Toongabbie, near Baulkham Hills. Its most notable feature is four sports fields that switch between soccer and cricket with the seasons. It also has tennis, basketball and netball courts and a fenced playground for children aged 0–12.

Sports Fields and Courts at Binalong Park

Binalong Park has four sports fields, used for soccer in winter and cricket in summer, with the cricket pitches on fields 1 and 4 covered during winter. Two hard-surface tennis courts double as four pickleball courts, and pickleball players bring their own nets. The park also has basketball courts, netball courts and two cricket nets for practice. Tennis courts are available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily and must be booked at least 30 minutes ahead; the PIN access code activates 15 minutes before a booking and expires 15 minutes after it.

Playground at Binalong Park

Binalong Park has a fenced and shaded playground for children aged 0 to 12 years. Its equipment includes a slide, swings, balancing posts, a bridge and a seesaw, offering skill-based and sensory play. The fencing and shade keep the playground safe and comfortable for young children, even on warm days, and the sheltered area can be used in various weather conditions throughout the year.

Family picnicsChildren's playgroundTennis and netballCricket and soccerWeekend gatheringsDog walking (on-leash)Community sportsGroup events

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Gallery Gardens

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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Gallery Gardens is a community park in Baulkham Hills featuring a fully fenced off-leash dog area where dogs can run freely and socialize safely. The park is part of Balcombe Heights Reserve on Seven Hills Road and offers ample space for recreational activities.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Gallery Gardens

Gallery Gardens features a fully fenced off-leash dog area, making it an excellent destination for dog owners in Baulkham Hills. The off-leash area provides ample space for dogs to run freely and socialize with other dogs. Gallery Gardens off-leash area requires dog owners to supervise their dogs at all times and ensure they respond to voice commands. Dog owners must remove and dispose of all dog waste properly. Gallery Gardens permits a maximum of four dogs under one person's control. Gallery Gardens does not allow restricted breeds or dogs declared dangerous in the off-leash area. These guidelines ensure safety for all park visitors and dogs using the facility.

Playground and Family Facilities at Gallery Gardens

Gallery Gardens offers recreational facilities suitable for families with children. The park includes a children's playground providing space for young visitors to play and exercise. Gallery Gardens has picnic areas where families can gather and enjoy meals outdoors. Gallery Gardens provides BBQ facilities enabling visitors to cook and host group gatherings. The park includes picnic tables and park benches for seating and relaxation. Gallery Gardens has a drinking fountain providing fresh water access. These amenities make Gallery Gardens an ideal location for family outings and community gatherings.

Off-leash dog ownersFamily picnicsDog socializationTennis playersOutdoor fitnessChildren's playCommunity gatheringsCasual walking

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Cherrybrook Thomas Thompson Park

📍 Cherrybrook, NSW 2126

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Cherrybrook Thomas Thompson Park is a 6-acre community park at 69 Cedarwood Drive, Cherrybrook. Its standout feature is four carpet-surfaced tennis courts with lighting for evening play, alongside a combined cricket and senior soccer field, two junior soccer fields, a fenced toddler playground and walking paths.

Sports Fields and Tennis Courts at Cherrybrook Thomas Thompson Park

Cherrybrook Thomas Thompson Park has one combined cricket and senior soccer field for competitive players, plus two junior soccer fields for younger athletes. The park's four tennis courts have a carpet surface and lighting, so working families and sports clubs can play into the evening year-round. With several fields, the park can host different sports at once, which suits community tournaments and regular training.

Toddler Playground at Cherrybrook Thomas Thompson Park

Cherrybrook Thomas Thompson Park has a small fenced playground designed for toddlers and young children. Its play equipment includes slides and climbing structures suitable for various age groups. Because the playground is enclosed, parents can supervise small children with confidence in a contained space. Picnic areas, restrooms and drinking water on site make the playground a practical base for a family outing with young kids.

Family outingsSoccer trainingTennis playersWalking and joggingYoung childrenCommunity sportsLeashed dog walkingWeekend recreation

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Kenthurst Park

📍 Kenthurst, NSW 2156

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Kenthurst Park is a sports park on Roughley Road in Kenthurst with three playing fields, including turf and synthetic cricket pitches, four tennis courts and two-lane synthetic cricket nets. It also has a playground for children aged 5–12, BBQ and picnic areas, a kiosk and changerooms.

Sports Fields and Tennis Courts at Kenthurst Park

Kenthurst Park has three playing fields set up for cricket competitions and training. Field 1 and Field 3 each have a turf cricket pitch, while Field 2 has a synthetic cricket pitch. Synthetic cricket nets with two lanes sit beside the sports fields for practice, and changerooms are available for players. Kenthurst Park also has four tennis courts for public use.

Playground and Picnic Areas at Kenthurst Park

Kenthurst Park has a playground designed for children aged 5 to 12 years. BBQ facilities and picnic areas give families space for outdoor meals and gatherings, and an on-site kiosk offers refreshments. The public toilets at Kenthurst Park include cubicles with disabled access. The park is also a venue for community events, including the annual Kenthurst Fair, which brings street parades and market stalls to the area.

Cricket training and matchesTennis playersFamily picnicsChildren aged 5–12Community eventsSports field bookings

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Horatio Park

📍 Norwest, NSW 2153

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Horatio Park is a spacious park in Norwest whose standout feature is a large unfenced off-leash dog area, suited to high-energy dogs with reliable recall. It also has a designated small dog area, a children's playground and picnic tables, with tennis courts alongside.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Horatio Park

Horatio Park has a large, unfenced off-leash area with ample space for dogs to run and play fetch. A designated small dog area suits smaller dogs, and agility equipment supports training and exercise. Horatio Park has a water fountain for dogs, natural water access in designated areas and poo bags for waste. Because the area is unfenced, dogs need reliable recall, and owners must keep them clear of the adjacent playground and tennis courts.

Playground, Picnics and Tennis at Horatio Park

Horatio Park has playground equipment suited to young children, and adjacent tennis courts are available to visitors. Picnic tables and shaded seating under mature trees give families room for gatherings, and drinking water is available for people and pets. Paths and facilities are designed for wheelchair access. Horatio Park has no public toilets on site and is not lit at night.

Off-leash dogsHigh-energy dogsSmall dogsChildren's playgroundFamily picnicsDog trainingFree parkingDaytime visits

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Timbergetters Reserve

📍 Winston Hills, NSW 2153

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Timbergetters Reserve is a park on Junction Road in Winston Hills, with two synthetic tennis courts as its most notable feature. The floodlit courts can be hired for evening play. The reserve also has a shaded playground, BBQ facilities, picnic tables, undercover seating, toilets and a kitchenette.

Tennis Courts at Timbergetters Reserve

Timbergetters Reserve has two synthetic tennis courts for hire, and floodlights allow play in the evening. The courts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Bookings are made with the City of Parramatta at least 30 minutes ahead, and each confirmed booking comes with a PIN for access. The PIN opens the courts from 15 minutes before the reserved time until 15 minutes after it. Recreation Services handles court enquiries on 02 9806 5140 or bookings@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au.

Playground and Picnic Areas at Timbergetters Reserve

Timbergetters Reserve has a shaded playground for children and toddlers, with a climbing gym, a spider rope wall and a seesaw. The shade keeps the play area comfortable in warm weather. For family gatherings, the reserve provides BBQ facilities, picnic tables, park benches and undercover seating, plus a kitchenette and onsite toilets for public use. Ample grassy areas around the reserve leave room for recreation and relaxation.

Tennis playersFamily picnicsChildren's playWeekend BBQEvening sportsGroup gatheringsLeashed dogs

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Half Penny Reserve

📍 Kellyville, NSW 2155

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Half Penny Reserve is a family-friendly community park in Kellyville, NSW, featuring a modern playground with rock climbing wall, swings, and spinner equipment. The reserve offers picnic areas with shelters, table tennis, and a dog drinking fountain, making it an ideal spot for families and dog owners alike.

Playground and Recreation Equipment at Half Penny Reserve

Half Penny Reserve has a modern playground designed for children of varying ages. The playground features a play unit with a rock climbing wall and slide, a triple bay swing set including a toddler swing, a basket swing, and a spinner. Half Penny Reserve includes a shade sail over the playground area to protect children from sun exposure. The playground flooring is bark, so closed shoes are recommended for safety. Half Penny Reserve also offers a table tennis table and a kickabout space suitable for informal sports and recreational activities. These facilities make Half Penny Reserve suitable for young children and families seeking outdoor play opportunities.

Picnic and Seating Areas at Half Penny Reserve

Half Penny Reserve provides extensive seating and picnic facilities for visitors. The reserve features picnic settings with shelters, bench seating, and recliner benches positioned to offer district views. Half Penny Reserve has grassy areas ideal for relaxing and outdoor gatherings. The park includes a bubbler with an integrated dog drinking fountain, ensuring hydration for both visitors and their pets. While Half Penny Reserve does not have dedicated BBQ facilities, the picnic settings with shelters make it an excellent location for packed meals and family gatherings. Access paths are available throughout the reserve, facilitating easy movement between different amenities.

Young childrenFamily picnicsDogs on leadCasual table tennisRelaxation and seatingCommunity gatheringsAccessible recreation

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Lewis Jones Reserve

📍 Kellyville, NSW 2155

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Lewis Jones Reserve is a community park on Lewis Jones Drive, Kellyville, whose main draw is a modern children's playground. The reserve also has a covered picnic shelter, an outdoor table tennis table, a large kick-about space, seating and tree-shaded walking paths for casual strolls.

Playground and Kick-About Space at Lewis Jones Reserve

Lewis Jones Reserve has a modern playground designed for children of various ages, upgraded in 2018 with improved safety standards. Existing trees shade the playground area, and seating nearby lets parents rest while supervising children. As well as the play equipment, Lewis Jones Reserve has a large open kick-about space for informal sports and casual games, plus an outdoor table tennis table for recreational use.

Picnic Shelter and Paths at Lewis Jones Reserve

Lewis Jones Reserve has a picnic shelter with ample seating, giving families and small groups a covered place for an outdoor meal. Existing trees add natural shade around the shelter, and new plantings from the reserve's landscaping frame the dining area. Well-maintained pedestrian paths run through Lewis Jones Reserve past these shaded, landscaped areas, suiting leisurely strolls for visitors of various fitness levels.

Family picnicsChildren's playgroundCasual walksOutdoor recreationTable tennisShaded rest areasWeekend outingsCommunity gatherings

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Connie Lowe Reserve

📍 Rouse Hill, NSW 2155

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Connie Lowe Reserve is a family-friendly park in Rouse Hill, NSW featuring a fully fenced off-leash dog area with secure double-gated entry, modern water stations, and poo bag dispensers. The reserve also offers a children's playground with shade sails, nest swing, and stepping logs, plus picnic tables and BBQ facilities.

Off-Leash Dog Area at Connie Lowe Reserve

Connie Lowe Reserve has a large, fully fenced off-leash dog area with secure double-gated entry designed for dogs of all sizes. The off-leash area includes a modern water station for dog hydration and poo bag dispensers to maintain cleanliness. Dogs may be off-leash only within the fenced section; owners must supervise dogs over age 16 with voice command control. Connie Lowe Reserve enforces a maximum of four dogs per person in the off-leash area, and restricted or dangerous breeds are not permitted. A perimeter walkway surrounds the fenced dog area, allowing visitors to supervise their pets while enjoying a walk around the reserve.

Playground and Recreation Facilities

Connie Lowe Reserve features a children's playground equipped with shade sails, a large nest swing, stepping logs, and synthetic grass to accommodate various ages and abilities. Recent upgrades to Connie Lowe Reserve added a handball court and additional recreational amenities. The playground at Connie Lowe Reserve is designed with inclusive play in mind, offering safe surfaces and varied play equipment. Picnic tables are located throughout Connie Lowe Reserve, providing shaded seating for families. The reserve's accessible pathways allow wheelchair users and visitors with mobility needs to navigate the playground and recreational areas comfortably.

Off-leash dog exerciseFamily days outKids playgroundDog ownersPicnics and BBQsAccessible recreationCasual walking

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Alice Watkins Reserve

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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Alice Watkins Reserve is a community recreational park in Baulkham Hills, NSW, featuring playgrounds with climbing structures and slides, basketball courts, picnic areas, and BBQ facilities for family outings.

Playgrounds and Recreation at Alice Watkins Reserve

Alice Watkins Reserve has a well-equipped playground designed for children of various ages. The playground features a climbing play gym with a double slide, fire pole, and climbing ladder. Alice Watkins Reserve includes swing sets with toddler seats and rope climbing structures for active play. The park also has a basketball court available for public use, making Alice Watkins Reserve suitable for both young children and older kids seeking sport and recreation activities.

Picnic and BBQ Facilities at Alice Watkins Reserve

Alice Watkins Reserve has BBQ facilities available for visitors planning barbecues and outdoor meals. The reserve provides dedicated picnic areas equipped with park benches and picnic tables throughout the grounds. Alice Watkins Reserve makes it easy to host family gatherings, celebrations, or casual outdoor dining experiences. Visitors can book facilities through the City of Parramatta's Recreation Services at 02 9806 5140 or bookings@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for group events.

Family outingsKids' playgroundBasketballPicnicsBBQ gatheringsCommunity events

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Caloola Reserve

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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Caloola Reserve is a family-friendly public park in Baulkham Hills with a children's playground, picnic areas and BBQ facilities for group gatherings. Caloola Reserve also has open spaces for sports and recreation and walking paths for exercise, and it is open 24 hours a day.

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Christopher Street Reserve

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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Christopher Street Reserve is a community park in Baulkham Hills, NSW, featuring a playground with slides and a nest swing, a basketball hoop, and picnic facilities. The reserve is accessible 24/7 and welcomes families seeking casual recreational activities.

Playground and Recreation at Christopher Street Reserve

Christopher Street Reserve has a dedicated playground area designed for children. The playground features a play unit with two slides, with one slide incorporating a small climbing wall. Christopher Street Reserve includes a nest swing within the play area. The reserve also has a basketball hoop positioned on a concrete pad for recreational use. These facilities make Christopher Street Reserve suitable for families with children seeking outdoor play and casual sports activities in Baulkham Hills.

Dog Policy at Christopher Street Reserve

Christopher Street Reserve requires dogs to remain on-leash at all times. The Hills Shire Council designates that dogs must be leashed in all parks and public places except in designated off-leash areas, and Christopher Street Reserve is not listed as an off-leash dog park. Nearby alternatives for off-leash exercise include Balcombe Heights Reserve and Crestwood Reserve, both in Baulkham Hills. Owners seeking leashed dog walking will find Christopher Street Reserve accessible, as the reserve operates continuously throughout the week.

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John Hourigan Reserve

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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John Hourigan Reserve is a family park in Northmead, NSW, best known for its bark-chip playground for children. The reserve also has bushwalking trails, picnic areas, park benches and open space for casual games, and dogs are welcome on a leash. It is named after John Hourigan, a long-time Parramatta resident.

Playground at John Hourigan Reserve

John Hourigan Reserve has a playground with a bark-chip surface, which is there for safety. The playground at John Hourigan Reserve includes swings, a slide, a spinner and a climbing gym, so children have several ways to climb, swing and spin. The mix of equipment suits toddlers as well as older children, making the playground the reserve's main draw for families.

Bushwalking Trails and Open Space at John Hourigan Reserve

John Hourigan Reserve has bushwalking trails that wind through its natural surroundings and suit walking, jogging and quiet nature appreciation. Park benches are placed throughout John Hourigan Reserve, giving walkers places to sit and rest along the paths. Beyond the trails, John Hourigan Reserve has plenty of open space for leisurely strolls, picnics and casual games such as soccer or Frisbee.

Family playground visitsBushwalking enthusiastsPicnic outingsYoung childrenDog walking (on-leash)Casual outdoor recreationJogging and walking

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She-Oak Reserve

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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She-Oak Reserve is a family-friendly park in Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153, featuring a playground, picnic areas, and BBQ facilities. The reserve offers recreational opportunities including a basketball shooting hoop and sealed access roads with on-site parking.

Playground and Recreation at She-Oak Reserve

She-Oak Reserve has a playground suitable for children across multiple age groups. The playground at She-Oak Reserve provides an engaging and safe environment for young visitors. She-Oak Reserve features a basketball shooting hoop, offering additional recreational opportunities beyond traditional playground equipment. The reserve's playground design ensures families can enjoy outdoor activities in a dedicated space. She-Oak Reserve's recreational facilities make it an ideal destination for families seeking varied activities in a single location.

Picnic and BBQ Facilities at She-Oak Reserve

She-Oak Reserve has BBQ facilities located adjacent to the playground area. Picnic tables at She-Oak Reserve provide comfortable seating for outdoor meals and gatherings. She-Oak Reserve offers an ideal setting for family picnics and social gatherings with these combined amenities. The placement of BBQ facilities and picnic tables near the playground at She-Oak Reserve allows families to enjoy meals while supervising children. She-Oak Reserve is advisable to check with the local council regarding specific regulations or booking requirements for BBQ facility use.

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Sirius Reserve

📍 Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153

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Sirius Reserve is a community park in Baulkham Hills with paved, level walking trails suited to strollers, wheelchairs and leashed dogs. It also has a children's playground, BBQ and picnic areas, sports fields used for soccer, open green space and public restrooms.

Walking Trails at Sirius Reserve

Sirius Reserve has walking trails that are mostly paved and set on level terrain, giving a smooth, stable surface without steep inclines. The trails suit families with strollers, cyclists and visitors with mobility challenges, and leashed dogs can come along. Public restrooms and amenities throughout the park are also accessible, so the reserve suits leisurely, low-impact outdoor exercise for visitors of all abilities.

Picnics and Play at Sirius Reserve

Sirius Reserve has BBQ areas for preparing meals outdoors and picnic areas equipped for group activities and family events. A playground at Sirius Reserve offers various equipment options designed for young children. Open green spaces complement the playground and suit informal family activities and relaxation, so a picnic, a cook-up and children's play can all happen in one visit to Sirius Reserve.

Family picnicsKids playgroundAccessible walkingLeashed dogsWeekend BBQCasual sportsStroller-friendly pathsAccessible recreation

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Crestwood Lions Park

📍 Bella Vista, NSW 2153

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Crestwood Lions Park is a community park in Bella Vista with playgrounds for children of various ages, fitted with slides, swings and climbing structures. The park also has BBQ areas with picnic tables, walking paths and sporting facilities, so it suits family outings and group gatherings.

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Francesco Crescent Reserve

📍 Bella Vista, NSW 2153

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Francesco Crescent Reserve is a sports-focused community park in Bella Vista, NSW, featuring two multi-purpose sports fields for soccer and cricket, a synthetic cricket pitch with practice nets, a half basketball court, and a playground for children aged 8 to 12.

Sports Facilities at Francesco Crescent Reserve

Francesco Crescent Reserve has two multi-purpose sports fields serving different seasonal needs. Field 1 at Francesco Crescent Reserve accommodates soccer in winter and cricket in summer, while Field 2 at Francesco Crescent Reserve is designated for soccer in winter. Francesco Crescent Reserve features a synthetic cricket pitch positioned between the two fields, complemented by two-lane synthetic cricket practice nets. Francesco Crescent Reserve provides a half basketball court available for public use. Francesco Crescent Reserve has field lighting suitable for training sessions and shared change room amenities serving both sports fields. A kiosk at Francesco Crescent Reserve provides on-site refreshments for sports users and visitors.

Playground and Children's Activities at Francesco Crescent Reserve

Francesco Crescent Reserve features a playground designed specifically for children aged 8 to 12. The playground at Francesco Crescent Reserve is undergoing significant upgrades commencing November 2025, with completion expected by December 2025. The upgraded playground at Francesco Crescent Reserve will include a multi-play unit with tandem slide and rope play, an inclusive bird's nest swing, a tandem rocker, and combination rubber and mulch softfall areas. These enhancements at Francesco Crescent Reserve aim to provide inclusive play experiences for children with varying abilities, making the reserve more accessible for families with diverse needs.

Soccer and cricket teamsSports trainingBasketball playersChildren aged 8–12Family outingsSports bookings

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Castlewood Community Reserve

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Castlewood Community Reserve is a multi-purpose reserve at 29 Castlewood Drive, Castle Hill, built around a sports oval with a central turf cricket pitch. It also has a basketball half-court, outdoor gym equipment, a playground for children aged 12 to 16, and a picnic shelter with an electric BBQ.

Cricket Oval at Castlewood Community Reserve

Castlewood Community Reserve has a single sports oval with a central turf cricket pitch. Walking paths encircle the oval and suit jogging and recreational walking. A basketball half-court beside the oval gives space for casual shooting and pick-up games. Change rooms and a kiosk support teams using the ground, and clubs can book the field through The Hills Shire Council for competitions and training.

Outdoor Gym and Playground at Castlewood Community Reserve

Castlewood Community Reserve has outdoor gym equipment upgraded in December 2022. The stations include a stretch station, high and low bars, a body dip station, roman rings, a leg press, a push-up/sit-down station and jump boxes, set on wet-pour rubber and synthetic turf. The reserve's playground is designed for children aged 12 to 16, with multi-play decks, slides, climbing structures, swings and monkey bars.

Family picnics with BBQCricket and field sportsOutdoor fitness trainingChildren aged 12–16Walking and joggingCommunity eventsBasketballWeekend gatherings

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Centenary of Anzac Reserve

📍 Castle Hill, NSW 2154

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Centenary of Anzac Reserve is a 15.8-acre park in Castle Hill. Its most notable feature is a war memorial with a Stone of Remembrance and a Lone Pine tree, and the reserve also has a learn-to-ride track for children, a playground, two sports fields and walking trails.

War Memorial at Centenary of Anzac Reserve

Centenary of Anzac Reserve has a prominent war memorial at its heart, dedicated on 21 April 2013. The memorial includes a large white-painted Stone of Remembrance inscribed with "Lest we forget", a flagpole and several bronze plaques honouring various military services and conflicts. A Lone Pine tree, grown from a seed of the original Gallipoli Lone Pine, was planted during the dedication ceremony. The memorial pays tribute to those who served in the armed forces and is the gathering place for Anzac Day commemorations and community remembrance events.

Playground and Learn-to-Ride Track at Centenary of Anzac Reserve

Centenary of Anzac Reserve has a small shaded playground next to the community centre. The reserve's learn-to-ride track helps young cyclists and scooter riders practise road rules safely, with pedestrian crossings, stop signs and roundabouts built into the course. The track gives children an engaging and educational way to learn to ride. Picnic areas at Centenary of Anzac Reserve give families a place to rest between play and riding.

Family visitsKids learning to rideWalking and running trailsSports activitiesAnzac Day commemorationsCommunity gatheringsChildren's playPeaceful exercise

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Frequently asked questions

Where are the best tennis courts in The Hills District?

Fred Caterson Reserve in Castle Hill has the largest tennis facility — 10 synthetic grass courts operated by Castle Hill Tennis Academy, offering both casual hire and coaching programs. Several other parks across the district have smaller public court facilities.

Are there free public tennis courts in The Hills District?

Some parks across the Hills District have free-access public tennis courts. Fred Caterson Reserve's courts are operated by Castle Hill Tennis Academy and require booking. Check individual park listings and Hills Shire Council for confirmed free court locations.

Which Hills District tennis courts have coaching available?

Castle Hill Tennis Academy operates out of Fred Caterson Reserve and offers coaching programs. Check individual park listings and the Hills Shire Council website for other coaching programs across the district.

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