Battersea Park
Battersea Park is a 3.1-acre riverside park on Battersea St, Abbotsford, whose standout feature is an off-leash dog area at its western end. The park looks over the Parramatta River and also has a partially covered playground and barbecues with covered picnic tables.
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About Battersea Park
Off-Leash Dog Area at Battersea Park
Battersea Park has an off-leash dog area at the western end of the park, the Concord end, closest to Hunter Street. Owners can clean up with the doggy bag dispenser and bins, and a water tap with a bowl keeps dogs hydrated. The park also has a dog-friendly beach, so dogs can exercise on the grass and beside the water in the one visit.
Playground at Battersea Park
Battersea Park has a partially covered local playground with a sandy surface underfoot. Its equipment includes a bright blue climbing slope, slides, swings, a spinner and a rocker, giving children plenty to climb, slide and spin on. The playground sits near Abbotsford wharf and has views over the Parramatta River, so families can finish a play session with a stroll down to the waterfront.
BBQ and Picnic Area at Battersea Park
Battersea Park has barbecues with covered picnic tables, positioned by the water in the open grassed area. The undercover section of the picnic area gives shade on sunny days, and public toilets sit within the same barbecue and picnic facilities. Walking tracks and well-maintained trails run through the park, so a picnic can be paired with a riverside walk or run among native flora and fauna.
Facilities at Battersea Park
Visitor tips for Battersea Park
- ✓Visit in spring or autumn, the best seasons at Battersea Park.
- ✓On hot days, let children play in the covered part of the playground for shade.
Getting to Battersea Park
Battersea St, Abbotsford NSW 2046 (coordinates -33.846206, 151.125464). The park has a parking lot, including a wheelchair-accessible car park.
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- 📍Parramatta River
Frequently asked questions about Battersea Park
Can I take my dog off-leash at Battersea Park?
Yes, dogs can run off-leash at the Concord end of the park, near Hunter Street.
Does Battersea Park have a playground?
Yes, kids can use slides, swings, a spinner and a rocker in the playground.
Are there toilets at Battersea Park?
Yes, the park has public toilets and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Can I book a BBQ at Battersea Park?
Yes, the barbecue and picnic area can be booked through the City of Canada Bay's online booking system.
What are the opening hours for Battersea Park?
Battersea Park is open 24 hours daily.