Bob A Day Park
Bob A Day Park is a small, tranquil park at 28R Ewing Avenue, Little Bay NSW 2036, in the Prince Henry Precinct. Its standout feature is a monument to the 'bob-a-day' men who worked on hospital grounds during the Great War, set among landscaped gardens and hedgerows.
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About Bob A Day Park
Bob-a-Day Monument at Bob A Day Park
Bob A Day Park contains a monument to the 'bob-a-day' men who worked on hospital grounds during the Great War. This memorial is the park's central feature and gives the park its historical character. Visitors to Bob A Day Park can view the sculpture in a setting of hedgerows and gardens, which creates a pleasant environment around it. The park sits within the Prince Henry Precinct in Little Bay, so the monument connects visitors to local wartime history. Bob A Day Park suits visitors who want to see a memorial while taking a quiet break outdoors.
Rules and Restrictions at Bob A Day Park
Bob A Day Park has alcohol restrictions in place for all visitors. Golf practice is prohibited at Bob A Day Park. Camping is prohibited at Bob A Day Park, and fires are prohibited there as well. Removal of flora and fauna is prohibited at Bob A Day Park, so visitors should leave plants and animals undisturbed. Anyone planning a visit should review these rules before arriving, particularly those covering alcohol, fires and camping.
Green Space and Amenities at Bob A Day Park
Bob A Day Park has open green space with natural shading from trees. Landscaped gardens at Bob A Day Park include park seating for visitors. Bob A Day Park has a litter bin, a park seat and a drinking fountain. Hedgerows border the park and create a tranquil feel throughout the grounds. Bob A Day Park offers compact, low-key amenities, so visitors can expect a small green space rather than a large recreation area.
Facilities at Bob A Day Park
Visitor tips for Bob A Day Park
- ✓Park on Ewing Avenue or Harvey Street, where parking bays are located beside the park.
- ✓Check current parking conditions before you arrive, as parking conditions can change.
- ✓Use the drinking fountain on site to refill water bottles during your visit.
- ✓Fires and camping are prohibited, so plan your visit around these rules.
- ✓Alcohol restrictions apply, so review them before bringing drinks to the park.
- ✓Allow time to view the 'bob-a-day' monument within its hedgerows and gardens.
Getting to Bob A Day Park
28R Ewing Avenue, Little Bay NSW 2036, on the corner of Ewing Avenue and Harvey Street. Parking bays are located on Ewing Avenue and Harvey Street.
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- 📍Aboriginal Health College (opposite the park)
- 📍Prince Henry Precinct, Little Bay
- 📍Prince Henry District, Little Bay
- 📍Intersection of Ewing Avenue and Harvey Street
Frequently asked questions about Bob A Day Park
What is Bob A Day Park in Little Bay like for a family day out?
Bob A Day Park is a small and tranquil park with open green space, natural shading and landscaped gardens. It has park seating, a litter bin and a drinking fountain. A monument to the 'bob-a-day' men who worked on hospital grounds during the Great War is the park's main feature.
Are there BBQs and picnic tables at Bob A Day Park?
Fires are prohibited at Bob A Day Park. The park has park seating within its landscaped gardens, along with a litter bin and a drinking fountain.
Is there parking at Bob A Day Park in Little Bay, and is it free?
Bob A Day Park has parking bays on Ewing Avenue and Harvey Street, beside the park at the corner of those streets. The park is located at 28R Ewing Avenue, Little Bay NSW 2036. Parking conditions can change, so check them before visiting.
Are there toilets and water fountains at Bob A Day Park?
Bob A Day Park has a drinking fountain on site. The park also has a litter bin and a park seat.
What makes Bob A Day Park in Little Bay different from other parks in the Eastern Suburbs?
Bob A Day Park is distinguished by its monument to the 'bob-a-day' men who worked on hospital grounds during the Great War. It sits within the Prince Henry Precinct in Little Bay. Hedgerows and gardens create a pleasant setting around the sculpture.
What sports or recreation facilities does Bob A Day Park have?
The park's recreation features are open green space, natural shading and landscaped gardens with park seating. It also includes a monument to the 'bob-a-day' men, which visitors can view within the gardens.