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Douglas Grant Memorial Park

Douglas Grant Memorial Park is a small pocket park on Chester Street in Annandale, named after Douglas Grant, an Aboriginal Australian who served in WWI. Its standout feature is a playground for children, and visitors can also cook on the BBQ, eat at the picnic table and shoot hoops on the basketball court.

Best for

Kids playgroundBasketballDog owners (playground rule)Picnic tableBBQ gatherings

About Douglas Grant Memorial Park

History of Douglas Grant Memorial Park

Douglas Grant Memorial Park takes its name from Douglas Grant, an Aboriginal Australian who served in WWI and advocated for veterans and Aboriginal people. The park honours both his military service and that advocacy in the inner-west Sydney suburb of Annandale. Douglas Grant Memorial Park opened in September 2015, and its name connects this small pocket park directly to the person it commemorates.

Facilities at Douglas Grant Memorial Park

๐Ÿ›Playground
๐Ÿ”ฅBBQ Facilities
๐ŸšปToiletsโœ—
๐Ÿ’งDrinking Waterโœ—
๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธParkingโœ—
๐Ÿฝ๏ธPicnic Tables
๐ŸƒWalking Pathsโœ—
๐Ÿ…Sports Fields
๐Ÿ•Dogsโœ—
โ€ข Playground โ€ข Picnic table โ€ข BBQ โ€ข Basketball court

Visitor tips for Douglas Grant Memorial Park

  • โœ“For a group gathering, ask the council about booking terms before you plan the day.

Getting to Douglas Grant Memorial Park

2 Chester Street, Annandale NSW 2038, at the corner of Chester and Taylor Streets.

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Frequently asked questions about Douglas Grant Memorial Park

What are the dog rules at Douglas Grant Memorial Park?

Dogs are not permitted within 10 metres of the playground.

Does Douglas Grant Memorial Park have a playground?

Yes, the park has a playground for children.

Can I have a BBQ or picnic at Douglas Grant Memorial Park?

Yes, the park has a BBQ and a picnic table for cooking and eating outdoors.

Is there a basketball court at Douglas Grant Memorial Park?

Yes, a basketball court is the park's sports facility.